First Looks // Nike Cortez “Aloe Vera”

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Significantly overshadowed by the 40th anniversary of the Air Force 1, the Nike Cortez has seen a low-key celebration of the half-century mark. With the silhouette hardly sighted outside of special collaborations from the likes of sacai and Union LA, it’s taken almost the entire length of the calendar year to see some general release action; The recently-revealed “Georgetown”and “Running Rabbit”releases will now be joined by a new effort, this top-shelf Nike Cortez “Aloe Vera”

Unveiled today by way of official Nike.com imagery, the shots show a pair delivered in decadent duds. A premium sail leather upper (and tongue) works in unison with tonal suede overlays at the toe, heel, and eyestay, with buttery “Aloe Vera” Swoosh and heel overlay delivering that signature contrast look. The latter is finished with debossed “NIKE” brand marks that, when working with the overarching color scheme, add a big retrospective aura. All of this rest atop classic sail and gum sole units, complete with black midsole wedge.

Though a release date for this new Nike Cortez “Aloe Vera” has not yet been revealed, the appearance of official imagery for the pair would indicate that a release is happening soon. Until more details emerge, grab a first look at the pair here below, and as…