Nike Cortez celebrates this year its 50th anniversary. Many collaborations and exclusive releases have been planned to celebrate this anniversary including this sacai x Nike Cortez.
Collaborator for many years with Nike, the Japanese designer Chitose Abe can in no way miss the call to join the celebrations.
First spotted back in January at the presentation of sacai’s Fall/Winter 2022 collection, the sacai x Nike Cortez features a white leather base with gray suede overlays paired with contrasting red and blue accents. So far, so normal!
The singular Chitose Abe touch comes next, bringing her share of boldness that the designer has always accustomed us to: two Swooshes, two heel reinforcements, two tongues and even a full-on second collar that rises slightly above its counterpart.
Co-branding on the tongue, and a midsole with a visible Zoom Air on the forefoot as well as a special packaging complete the design.
The sacai x Nike Cortez 4.0 is expected to be released later this year via SNKRS and select retailers for $160.