Nike Cortez Release Dates
The Nike Cortez is an iconic sneaker that first debuted in 1972. Designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman, it quickly became a favorite among athletes and fashion enthusiasts alike. With its clean and timeless design, the Cortez remains a symbol of sport and style, making it a classic choice for sneaker enthusiasts around the world.
Introduced in 1972, the Nike Cortez was designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman and was initially unveiled as a running shoe for the Munich Olympics. The Cortez was Nike's first track shoe to feature a full-length midsole for improved comfort and stability, marking a significant step forward in athletic shoe design.
The shoe's sharp lines, bold swoosh, and striking colorways — especially the classic white, red, and blue — have made the Cortez a staple in the fashion world. It's been famously sported by Hollywood icons, notably by Farrah Fawcett in the television show Charlie's Angels and by Tom Hanks in the film Forrest Gump, giving it a cultural resonance that extends far beyond its athletic origins.
The Nike Cortez remains a testament to Nike's design prowess, demonstrating the brand's ability to create footwear that balances performance, style, and cultural relevance. It continues to be a timeless classic that crosses generational and cultural boundaries.
Nike Cortez Union Off Noir
$130 • DR1413-001
Nike Cortez Kendrick Lamar White Ale Brown
$100 • BV6319-101
Nike Cortez Basic Slip Kendrick Lamar Bianco
$100 • AV2950-100
Nike Cortez Kenny 5 Kendrick Lamar House Shoes
$100 • BV6319-100
Nike Cortez Kenny 3 Kendrick Lamar TDE the Championship
$100 • BV0833-016
Nike Cortez Kenny 2 Kendrick Lamar Kung Fu Kenny
$100 • AR5131-610
Nike Cortez Kenny 1 Kendrick Lamar DAMN.
$100 • AV8255-106
Nike Cortez TXT
$90 • HF0263-400
Nike Cortez Basic SL 'Black' (GS)
$65 • 904764-001
Nike Cortez Basic SL PS 'Black White'
$60 • 904767-001
Nike Cortez Basic Leather Shoes in White
$90 • DA4402-100
Nike Cortez TXT
$90 • HF0263-500
Nike Cortez TXT 'Black White'
$90 • HF0263-001
Nike Cortez '23 'Triple White' (W)
$110 • FB6877-100
Nike Cortez 'Cacao Wow' (W)
$90 • DN1791-104
Nike Cortez Basic SL PS 'White Black'
$60 • 904767-102
Nike Cortez Basic SL 'Triple White' (TD)
$50 • 904769-100
Nike Cortez Basic SL PSV 'Triple White'
$60 • 904767-100
Nike Cortez Basic SL 'White Black' (TD)
$50 • 904769-102
Nike Cortez Basic SL PS 'White Gym Red'
$60 • 904767-101
Nike Cortez Basic SL 'White' (GS)
$65 • 904764-102
Nike Cortez Basic SL GS 'Triple White'
$65 • 904764-100