John Kim 
Sneaker News first showed you a preview of the Nike Air Pippen II in the Eggplant colorway that helped define the 2009 sneaker culture. Now a household name, ‘Eggplant’ is becoming a household colorway as well now that it’s popped up on the Pippen II and other unexpected Nike models like the Air Max 24/7 and even the Shox R4. Here’s another look at the Nike Air Pippen II in the Varsity Purple finish; you can cop a pair in-store at the Foot Locker House of Hoops or try your luck by grabbing a pair on eBay.
