For a long while, black sneakers for men were kind of an afterthought, useful only to opportunist guys who wanted to sneak some comfort into their work and school uniforms. How times have changed! Today, as men across the country lean towards quieter, sleeker dressing, a black sneaker has become a true must-have. First, because a black sneaker goes with everything, but unlike a white sneaker, doesn’t stand out. And two, because nobody actually wants to spend their spring and summer slapping the pavement in stiff, shiny loafers.
These days, every sneaker brand worth its weight in StockX authentication tags makes blacked-out versions of its best sellers, which means there are truly thousands of black sneakers on the market right now to choose from. Unfortunately, the plain old truth is that many of them are just not that good. In fact, I’d wager that only about 19 are truly worth your consideration (and more importantly, your money), because those 19 hit bang in the center of the worth-it sneaker Venn diagram: Quality materials, comfort, and sheer good looks. From French walking classics to military reworks, you’ll find them all below.
The Best Men’s Black Sneakers, According to GQ
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