The Only Nike Memorial Day Shoe Deals Worth Shopping Before They Sell Out

Nike Cortez Leather Women’s Shoes

Only those who have been living under a rock don’t yet know that the Nike Cortez sneaker is a legend and a half. Having received placement in “Forrest Gump” and on the feet of Farah Fawcett, Dakota Johnson (who donned it on set last year in “Baroque Brown”), Emily Ratajkowski, and beyond, the heritage kick gets continually updated to match the mood of the cultural moment at hand. This particular version sticks to the basics: with a cocoa-colored Swoosh symbol out of leather, wedge insert–boosted midsole, and outsole bedecked by Nike’s iconic herringbone pattern.

Nike Cortez Leather Men’s Shoes

Nike P-6000 Women’s Shoes

Despite what it might look like, there’s nothing grandfatherly about the Nike P-6000. A ventilated mesh upper is made attractive with carefully placed leather panels (both real and synthetic); a rubber outsole is guaranteed to provide the pavement-gripping, responsive traction Nike’s lifestyle and technical footwear is known for; and, as far as the shoe’s roster of A-list wearers goes, it includes stars like Shay Mitchell, Suki Waterhouse, and Kylie Jenner, many of whom have found that the sneaker perfectly rounds out gym outfits.

Nike P-6000 Men’s Shoes

Nike Motiva Premium Women’s Walking Shoes

When WWD and FN’s commerce director Adam Mansuroglu tested out the Nike Motiva walking shoe last fall, he was thrilled by the plush comfort and ease of movement it supplied through an exaggerated rocker, shock-absorbing Comfortgroove tech on the outsole, and a higher heel-to-toe drop that blesses high arches. The shoe, whose Premium version takes things up a notch by way of irresistible pastels, simply works. Based on the joint efforts of a widened toe box, a firm heel cup, and a soft foam collar, it’s both roomy and capable of holding your foot in a stable position — whether you’re racking up miles on the treadmill or your local boardwalk.

Nike Motiva Men’s Walking Shoes

Nike Zoom Vomero 5 Women’s Shoes

Introduced in 2010 as a running sneaker, the Zoom Vomero 5 soon entered the sartorial lexicons of everyone (not just athletes) as a lifestyle sneaker capable of supporting wearers through errand runs, work trips, and even date nights if styled strategically. A richly layered upper gives a lot to look at, as plastic side caging provides a “tucked-in” feeling and Air Zoom cushioning grants lift.

Nike Zoom Vomero 5 Men’s Shoes

Nike Pegasus 41 Women’s Road Running Shoes

Considering that the Pegasus 41 only dropped last summer, we’re shocked by the fact that it’s already marked down at Nike for close to 30 percent off. Now’s your very best chance to indulge in the shoe’s reengineered mesh that decreases weight and increases breathability, as well as the ReactX foam midsole that just might make you feel like you’re flying. Peace of mind will come from the fact that it’s partially made with materials sourced from post-consumer and post-manufactured waste.

Nike Pegasus 41 Men’s Road Running Shoes

Nike Court Legacy Lift Women’s Shoes

Nike’s Court Legacy Lift shoe is endlessly wearable and able to match any outfit under the sun, including your best spring dresses. A platform midsole acts as a godsend for shorter girlies, while a padded heel and tongue keep feet secure and comfy all day long — no matter where your adventures take you.

Nike Court Legacy Men’s Shoes

Nike V2K Run Women’s Shoes

Everyone from Jennifer Lawrence and Mikey Madison to Dakota Johnson and Kaia Gerber love and frequently don their Nike V2K Run shoes. Why the hype? Metallic and plastic details on the upper are retro-futuristic to the max here, and a dual-density foam midsole makes the “walking on clouds” cliché ring true. In other words, the style is a cool-girl magnet that also scores major points in functionality.

Nike Shox R4 Women’s Shoes

The Nike Shox R4 originally debuted in 2000, so it’s really no wonder that it continues to reference (and revere) the early aughts aesthetic. This shoe’s most applause-worthy feature is the Nike Shox cushioning: made up of four separate pillars on the heel that evenly distribute weight and help runners excel. You don’t have to have the Strava app on your phone, though, to enjoy the benefits of the Shox R4’s high-traction waffle outsole and superior ventilation.

Nike Killshot 2 Men’s Shoes

The Killshot 2 has undeniable tenniscore influences, yet it’s also a city shoe through and through: meant to help you apply the TikTok-viral “wrong shoe” theory without sacrificing an ounce of street style in the process. The upper’s suede and leather work together to bestow vintage character on the shoe; a gum rubber sole, meanwhile, pays dividends in durability. The pictured “Stadium Green” colorway will make your favorite denim pop, and we also dare you to wear it with formal work attire.

Nike Air Max Plus Drift Men’s Shoes

Rolled out in the spring of 2024, the Air Max Plus Drift shoe is kept at peak freshness by Nike through regular colorway updates. One look at this style is enough to confirm its edgy grooviness, what with that gradient coloring and wavy lines. Practically speaking, its synthetic materials on the upper are interspersed with mesh that makes feet feel airy and cool even on the most humid days. A supportive arch pays homage to a whale’s tail, and it’s safe to say the sneaker has already made just as big of a splash in the past year.