Hornets will wear purple "Classic" unis for 5 games this season

The Charlotte Hornets unveiled a new purple Classic Edition uniform Tuesday. Like the teal and white versions from the last two seasons, the uniform echoes the design worn by the original Charlotte Hornets. The 2019-20 season marks the 25th anniversary of the debut of the purple uniforms during the 1994-95 season.

“After having had teal and white Classic Edition uniforms the last two seasons, it is only right that we complete the set with the purple one this year,” said Hornets President & Vice Chairman Fred Whitfield. “With this season being the 25th anniversary of the purple uniform’s introduction in 1994, this is the perfect time to bring back a Classic Edition version.”

The Hornets are scheduled to wear the purple Classic Edition uniforms for five home games this season – Saturday, November 9, against the New Orleans Pelicans; Friday, December 27, against the Oklahoma City Thunder; Saturday, February 22, against the Brooklyn Nets; Saturday, March 7, against the Houston Rockets; and Saturday, March 28, against the Los Angeles Clippers.

The purple Classic Edition jersey includes the familiar crossover v-neck and multi-colored pinstripes in light blue, royal blue, green and teal. The shorts feature the classic Hornets logo on the waist and the same white, purple and teal trim as the original. 

The purple Classic Edition jersey is expected to be available at retail after the start of the regular season.