It is widely thought that the Nike Cortez was key to the success of Nike. The shoe was introduced to the general public at the peak of the 1972 Summer Olympics. Demand for the shoe grew exponentially after the public noticed that the Nike Cortez was being used by the 1972 U.S. Olympic athletes These Cortez are in EUC and were very well taken care of! They are very clean and come with shapers that have been in place! These iconic shoes made their mark in history and are worn well with most styles!! In the '80s and '90s, the Cortez became an essential part of Chicano streetwear. The shoe was a fashion statement, but it was also a symbol of resilience — proof that somebody could come from dire circumstances and demand respect!🫶