I almost didn’t go for this event cos i was honestly quite pooped, and i had to pack for Tioman to leave the house at 2:45am. But glad i went, and proud of myself for leaving after two drinks.
Celebrating the shoe designed by Nike’s founder, Bill Bowerman, in 1972; the Nike Cortez was the first track shoe to be created by Nike. In the first year of its release, sales reached USD80,000 and it’s said to have propelled the company to being the successful brand it is today. [source]
To celebrate the Cortez’s 40th Annv., five countries have taken part in the project called “40/40”. Each country (My, Sg, Th, Indon, Ph) has invited 8 artists to create a one-off Cortez inspired by the spirit of the shoe. Below are the wonderful works from Malaysian artists:
Byย Lynda Chean of Pink Tattoosย
By Nini Ramlan
By Irman Hilmi
Byย Shieko Reto
As you’re reading this, Kevin and i are in Tioman RIGHT NOW
Carol and Jacklyn
I am so so so jealous of Jacklyn’s Peter Rabbit tattoo…………… -_-””
With Ami, one of my fave local bloggers
There was a set up for guests to colour in their personalized Cortezs. Winner would get the pair custom-made for them!
Patricia. I love her afternoon show on Capital.FM!
Vanessa and Pamela
Ben’s tattoo!
