The Nike Cortez Reappears In “Midnight Navy”

Jovani Hernandez March 23rd, 2023 (updated)

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The Nike Cortez officially turned 50 in 2022, but the silhouette continues to emerge in new styles three months into the new year.

Recently, the old school running sneaker appeared in a “Midnight Navy,” “Sail,” and “Noise Aqua” color scheme. Smooth leather across the upper takes on a two-tone arrangement that sees a clean off white land on the profile swooshes. Achilles’ Heel panels also opt for a clean look, although their Nike branding features a light blue flair. Laces, nylon tongues, and sole units prefer a “Sail” look, nodding to the original Cortez from 1972. All together, the aforementioned components help expand the silhouette’s legacy into the next half century.

Enjoy official photos of the pair ahead, as you wait for a nike.com launch for $100 USD.

For more sneaker news, check out the Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Green” releasing on April 6.

WHERE TO BUY

Nike Cortez 23

SKU: DM4044-400

RETAIL PRICE: $85

RELEASE DATE: May 18, 2023

US 05/18/2023 Thursday

Retailer	Release type	Status
Nike SNKRS US	Standard	Check Site

Nike Cortez Midnight Navy Sail Noise Aqua Dm4044 400 3

Photos via Nike

Written by

Jovani Hernandez, Editor

Jovani Hernandez joined Sneaker News in December 2019. He’s covered breaking news about adidas Yeezy and interviewed Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky amongst his 5,800 posts. A sub-5-hour-marathoner, he now enjoys running sneakers the most, but fondly reminisces about Nike Basketball and Sportswear from 2007 to 2014.