Bill Bowerman first designed the Nike Cortez in 1972. Since then, the silhouette has been reimagined in countless colorways, though nothing beats a classic retro look. The Cortez Basic Leather features a white leather upper with visible stitching and a low-cut collar to ensure flexible movement. The low top also sports a lightweight EVA wedge midsole for responsive cushioning, herringbone patterns on the outsole, and black accents on the oversized Swoosh, heel, and tongue tab.