The Nike Classic Cortez Forrest Gump shoes were created to enable durable and comfortable long-distance running and training for you. It has become a part of the iconic Nike collection as a relaunch. The release featured white as the primary color with white, varsity red, and varsity royal in the colorway. This Nike Classic Cortez Forrest Gump features leather and synthetic leather to boost durability. Originally designed for the track by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman, the Cortez has held firm as one of the brand’s staple statement shoes for over 45 years. First debuted in 1972, this OG colorway made a comeback in 2016. The retro features the same premium white leather build as the original with a blue accent at the midsole and a red Swoosh on the side panels.