NIKE

The Nike Cortez was one of the first Nike shoes ever made and came out in 1972, the first year of Nike. Originally made for runners, the style transcends sports and has been featured in films such as Forrest Gump and Charlie's Angels. Forty eight years later, the sneaker remains a brand favorite. The name Cortez resulted from a response to the Adidas style ‘Aztec,' in historical reference to Cortes conquering the Aztecs.

• An original 1972 Nike Cortez.
• Blue nylon and suede upper, white Swoosh and varsity blue and white midsole.
• Features the first iteration fat belly Swoosh logo.
• Bright blue Spenco sockliner insoles.
• The first lowercase cursive Nike logo tongue tags, with no registered trademark, as it predates the Nike trademark.
• Includes a Nike Cortez advertisement and original shoebox.
• This piece is final sale and not eligible for return.