The Cortez sneakers are a classic style from the '70s, and when Nike re-released some of the original designs this year, they popped back onto our radar in a big way. Apparently, we aren't the only ones. Celebs like Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber, and Martha Hunt are also fans of the style and have been spotted wearing them on repeat. The interesting thing we noticed, though, is that they're all styling them with dresses. So if you want to know how to wear a dress with sneakers, there's no shortage of inspiration.
Martha Hunt mastered the perfect weekend look with a short dress and cropped jacket, pairing her outfit with clean white sneakers. For a more unexpected look, Kaia Gerber wore her Cortez sneakers with a mini sweaterdress and baker boy hat. If you want to try a longer hemline, look to Bella Hadid for inspiration. By pairing a little white slip dress with sneakers, she added a streetwear spin on an otherwise flirty look.
Go on to see how to wear a dress with sneakers, and then shop pieces inspired by the looks.
Take a lesson from Martha Hunt and rock your crisp white sneakers with a minidress and vintage denim.
We are loving the cropped denim look.
Show this statement dress off with vintage denim and simple sneakers.
A classic white sneaker every fashion girl needs.
Create a polished look with these hoops from Jennifer Fisher.
We love these reflective sunnies.
Kaia adds her sneakers to a cool festive sweaterdress that is perfect for a winter look.
Such a festive sweaterdress for winter.
Rep the colors of the flag with these cool sneakers.
These caps are everywhere this season.
Transition this tote from work to a night out.
Bella opts for a more romantic look by adding a flirty white slip to her Nike kicks.
We love how simple and feminine this dress is.
We love the gold Nike swoosh.
Shop more Nike Cortez sneakers:
Classic '70s Nike style.
The perfect stylish sneakers to run errands in.
The staple piece in the Cortez collection.
Add a retro feel to your shoe collection.
We love the pattern on these cool shoes.
With a sleek velvet texture.
Add a pop of color with these shoes from Nike.
Try out these colorful sneakers in the Cortez collection.Next, read about the six-piece minimalist clothing wardrobe.
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