Black and white shoes need little introduction. They’re stylish, timeless, iconic, and work perfectly with almost every clothing combination imaginable.

Whether you’re talking swinging Mod-like bowling shoes, classy James Bond brogues, casual yet eye-grabbing sneakers—or any other kind of footwear style for that matter—black and white shoes will grab attention and make a perfect impression, every time.

But, as cool as black and white footwear is (you could even wear black and white Crocs to a cocktail party and pull it off), with so many choices out, making the right choice can prove an uphill struggle.

Making the right choice for your look or style preferences can be a bit of a minefield, but we’re here to guide you to footwear glory with our guide to the best black and white shoes on offer right now. Read on to find your ideal shoe.

Our Top Picks Best Luxury Casual Wear:

Genesis Vintage Runner on Axelarigato.com Best Sustainable Option:

Bradley Vegan on Clae.com Best Long-Lasting Splurge:

Harlestone Hand Stitched Derby on Crownnorthampton.com Best Conversation Starter:

Low 1 Black Ghost on Olivercabell.com Best Workplace Option:

Series 4 on Uniformstandard.com Best Everyday Pair:

Blazer Low ’77 Vintage on Nike.com Best Dress up Option:

Ferro Aldo Two Tone Oxford Shoes on Amazon Best Budget:

Puma Classic Suede on Amazon Best Casual :

Under Armour Basketball Shoes on Amazon Best Unique:

Adidas Originals Superstar II Shoe on Amazon Best Classy Runner on a Budget:

Lamincoa Black and White Tennis Sneakers on Amazon Best Understated:

Series 1 on Uniformstandard.com Best Designer Option:

PRAX 01 Sneaker on Prada.com Best for Skater / Surfer Vibes:

Hey Dude Wallaby shoes on Amazon Best Alternative:

Dr Martens 3989 Brogue on Amazon

In This Article

1. Our Picks
2. What to Look For
3. Black and White Shoes FAQs

1. Best Luxury Casualwear: Arigato Genesis Vintage Runner

The Genesis Vintage Runner is (as the name suggests), labeled a running shoe. While the jury’s out whether they’d help you run a half marathon, these retro sneakers boast a sporty retro look and a chunky soul that will turn heads on every occasion.