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Nike's LeBron 20 GS Gets a New Vivid Purple Colorway

— September 25, 2022 — Lifestyle
Nike introduces another tonal iteration of the LeBron 20 GS sneaker model in a Vivid Purpose colorway to celebrate the Los Angeles Lakers. The shoe is designed in a bright purple color with details of metallic gold, cave purple, lilac, solar flare, and black.

The construction highlights a knitted material throughout the upper and features a double-stacked Swoosh logo on the lateral side of the shoe in gold and purple. The lace dubraes have a special 'XX' graphic and the insoles are detailed with branding accents. The shoes are detailed with a tonal graphic along the midsole and forefoot to round out the entire look. The Vivid Purple colorway is set to launch on October 7th.

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