Introduced in 1972 by Nike's co-founder, Bill Bowerman, the Cortez was initially crafted to meet the high-performance needs of runners, eventually gaining widespread recognition in the iconic film Forrest Gump. As time passed, this legendary silhouette has effortlessly transitioned into a contemporary lifestyle shoe. Paying homage to its rich heritage, the Nike Cortez Leather ‘Midnight Navy’ exhibits a timeless combination of blue and white hues on its premium leather upper, while maintaining its classic herringbone outsole that has become synonymous with the Cortez.