Some shoes never go out of style. Black sneakers are one of them. A closet staple, black sneakers look good with pretty much everything, but sometimes that can be a double-edged sword. Considering they’re such a classic basic, coming up with black sneaker outfits that feel both original and fresh requires a little bit of inspiration, especially during the summer months when we tend to be more active, on vacation, etc., but we still want to look cute.
I searched the internet high and low to see what my favorite fashion influencers are pairing with black sneakers right now, and they did not disappoint! While Adidas Sambas remain the reigning sneaker of 2024, athletic styles for everyday wear are coming in hot on their heels. No matter the style, worn with breezy trousers, full skirts, and even a bodycon dress, black sneakers prove they’re one of the most versatile and functional shoe options out there.
So dust off the black high-tops you’ve had sitting in the back of your closet, and take a cue from one of the nine black sneaker outfits I’ve dutifully rounded up below.
A monochromatic cotton-poplin set and Mary Jane sneakers are incredibly of the moment but in the most understated way.
While the Martine Rose x Nike Shox Mule MR4s seen here are sold out everywhere (even if you can find them, they’ll set you back a pretty penny), they’ve given new meaning to what a simple jeans-and-sneakers outfit can look like.
While I don’t always subscribe to the old adage that your shoes need to match your bag, I do encourage matching your black-and-white canvas sneakers to your button-up.
Baggy jeans and a brushed red sweater with just a hint of white tee is the epitome of casual-cool when paired with black Adidas Sambas.
In a sea of New Balance 574s with ankle socks and bike shorts, black high-top Converse feel unexpected.
Sporty black Nikes paired with a bodycon dress, white knee socks, and an XL hip belt might not be a top-of-mind combination for most, but here, it's pure perfection.
You can never go wrong with a pair of black (okay, and white) sneakers, drawstring shorts, and a logo sweatshirt.
Taking a cue from Japanese street style, your black Sambas never looked better than when paired with a full skirt, oversize soccer jersey, and page-boy cap.
Colorful sneakers with a black base add interest to a pared-down cardigan-and-track-pant look.
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