Maria Sharapova links up with Nike to release a special iteration of the Nike Cortez that suits her style. Dubbed the Maria Sharapova x Nike LA Cortez, this Cortez combines Sharapova’s favorite sneaker with her favorite city, which also happens to be the place she calls home. Sharapova wanted to create a shoe that captured “LA’s high style.” The color palette was inspired by LA’s laid-back vibes and the earthy hues of a West Coast sunrise. Playing off of Sharapova’s childhood interest in calligraphy, the shoe utilizes refined design lines for an off-court elegance. Thoughtful attention to craft and detail brings dimensional layering with premium suedes, leathers and soft gold accents.