The Nike Cortez Vintage Medium Curry is a reworking of a Nike classic with a light-brown color scheme, contrasting white on the heel and midsole, as well as an authentic rubber outsole. The shoe features a nylon upper in muted beige, reinforced with textured suede panels in Medium Curry brown. It has a smooth leather Swoosh along the sidewalls, while stitched heel and tongue labels carry the branding. The white midsole is set above a gum rubber herringbone outsole. Originally introduced in 1972, the Cortez was Nike’s first track shoe and remains a foundational model in its catalog. The standout feature is the EVA foam wedge midsole, which gives a subtle lift while maintaining the original shape. The gum sole's traction pattern provides reliable grip. It retailed at $100 when it was released on September 28, 2024.