Nike’s most important athletic sneaker first introduced in 1972 by track coach Bill Bowerman. The Cortez’s performance legacy has evolved into a streetwear icon, with a classic silhouette + clean colorways. Smooth leather upper with premium overlays, including patent leather detailing on the White Neutral colorway. Finished with a foam midsole for lightweight cushioning and a weatherproof rubber base with herringbone pattern for traction.