THE GOLDEN ERA OF NBA STYLE If the golden era of American sportswear is 1986-96, 1988 is a contender for the best sportswear year ever. Across all the major sports, a collection of now-legendary independent brands stocked leagues with iconic gear. The NBA’s shift into a global power was in full swing here. Fun Fact: The Isiah Thomas Starter Ad you always see in google searches? The original image is in the catalog TAKE. US. BACK. #nba #80sfashion #sportswear #sportsmarketing #vintagesportswear