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Kids' Cortez Basic SL Sneaker video
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Kids' Cortez Basic SL Sneaker

Nike

Big Kid, Little Kid, Toddler

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Details & care

An iconic '70s runner keeps the momentum going as a kid-sized sneaker sporting the sleek profile and grippy herringbone tread that made it famous.

  • Lace-up style
  • Removable insole
  • Synthetic upper/textile lining/rubber sole
  • Imported
  • Item #5366266
  • Core Product ID 3333355EJC

Size info

  • Runs small; order 1/2 size up.
  • Big Kid: 8-12 yrs.

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Reviews

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Most helpful positive review

July 4, 2018

Be careful with size

I love the design but had to reorder twice. I’m a Women’s 6.5 so I ordered a 6Y bec it said to order a size up. But when I got it, it was too big for me so I exchanged it for a 5Y which then was too small. So now I’m waiting for my 5.5Y but it will be worth it because I love the design!
Cyanna
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Most helpful critical review

Apr 15, 2018

feels like cheap knockoff

i love the color and the design but the quality is extremely poor. feels like cheap knockoff to me. i have small feet and was looking for comfy shoes for travel. i hope these don't fall apart. runs 1/2 size smaller
Tauriel
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July 4, 2018

Be careful with size

I love the design but had to reorder twice. I’m a Women’s 6.5 so I ordered a 6Y bec it said to order a size up. But when I got it, it was too big for me so I exchanged it for a 5Y which then was too small. So now I’m waiting for my 5.5Y but it will be worth it because I love the design!
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Mar 6, 2021

Great fitting

Great fitting super comfortable and pretty shoes, true to size according to the size chart, i wear 7.5 women’s and the 6.5 M was perfect!
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Aug 21, 2018Incentivized review

classic kicks

First, let me say that I absolutely love the style of this shoe! The rounded toe is unique and classic and quickly caught my eye when I spotted these in a few fashion editorials. Initially I purchased the White/Met Gold pair; but when I saw how much I loved them {and how comfortable they were}, I added the White/ Varsity Red-Royal-Black to my collection. These definitely run TTS. Typically I wear a Women's 5M; I ordered these in a 3.5M and they are perfect. Don't hesitate - this aesthetic will never go out of style, and you need a pair {or two!} in your life!
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Aug 22, 2018Incentivized review

AHHHHMAAAAZING STAPLE SHOE!

I purchased the Nike cortez in the classic white with black nike check! When I tell you these sneakers were my go-to pair in NY, they did not disappoint! Light weight shoe with comfort sole that I found was super comfy for walking and sight seeing. I will be purchasing in every color. Very versatile sneaker, that can be dressed up with a cute dress, or dressed down with tattered boyfriend jeans and basic top! I absolutely love these Nike cortez sneakers! I typically wear an 8-8.5 in women's and the boy's big kid size 6.5 fit perfect!
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Aug 20, 2018Incentivized review

These are the shoes you need, want ...

These are the shoes I had growing up in the late 70's ... I get so many compliments on them it is wild! They are white with a black swoosh and I absolutely LOVE them. I was able to find them in a large child's size ... I normally wear a 8M in women's but ordering a 6.5 children's is perfect for me. Highly recommend - I would buy them over again!
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May 20, 2022

Fits perfectly!! So comfy !!

I recently rewatched that Tom Hanks famous movie and really feeling like owning my pair of Cortez. I read other reviews that 6.5 here will fit a women size in 7. So I ordered one and it fits perfectly. Super comfy and light to wear. I’ll probably wear with socks in this one as the heel is a little bit slippery. A must have!
Hi Bailey
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