Individually, black jeans and white sneakers are designed for casual occasions and can easily be worn together without much effort. Skinny or straight leg black jeans look best when worn with white sneakers, however you can experiment with different styles by trying distressed denim or pinrolling your jeans to show off a hint of ankle. Low top sneakers typically work best when paired with black jeans, though you can add a pop of colour with options like Adidas Stan Smiths, or try different fabrics like mesh, canvas, or suede. For casual outfits, avoid structured or overly tailored pieces and opt for relaxed pieces like t-shirts or printed shirts, and denim, biker, and bomber jacket styles. 

It can be difficult to pull off white sneakers and black jeans in a semi-formal setting, as both are inherently casual pieces. However, you can still dress them up for semi-formal occasions like afternoon drinks or a cocktail event by treating your black jeans like chinos and selecting sleek minimalist low-top sneakers in white leather. Team slim-fitting black jeans and white sneakers with formal garments like an Oxford or dress shirt, a blazer, and a pocket square. 

The muted colour palette of white shoes and black jeans make them a solid building point for any outfit. The monochromatic duo strike the ideal balance between style and versatility. Though you’d be hard-pressed to pull off sneakers and jeans in business dressing or as formal wear, the right styling can make them suitable for casual to semi-formal dress codes. Here are some ways to wear black jeans with white shoes.

Add a pop of colour with double denim; try an indigo denim shirt worn over black selvedge denim jeans and a pair of low-top white sneakers. For a more casual look, wear a denim shirt unbuttoned over a white t-shirt with distressed black jeans and mesh white sneakers.

For a polished aesthetic, opt for a button down oxford shirt with slim leg black jeans and low-cut white leather sneakers. 

Go monochrome by pairing a black button down shirt with black jeans and white shoes. A plain black shirt worn with slim or straight leg black jeans and low-top white leather sneakers makes for a clean and refined aesthetic. Alternatively, add some edge to your look by opting for a printed black shirt, distressed denim, or hi-top suede or mesh sneakers. 

Opt for a refined, yet modern look by teaming your black jeans and white sneakers with a tailored jacket and a thin black or coloured – rust orange, olive green, or baby blue work well – roll neck sweater.

Ditch your chinos and don a pair of slim-fitting black jeans instead. Team with a black linen blazer, a white t-shirt, and white hi-top sneakers for a low-key transitional weather look. 

A leather jacket never goes out of style; swap out your chinos for black jeans and throw a leather motorcycle jacket over a plain white t-shirt for a timeless casual look. 

A slim-fit blue wash denim jacket is a quintessential piece in any man’s wardrobe. Pair with a white shirt, black jeans, and white sneakers for a classic casual outfit, or try experimenting by wearing it over a hoodie, button-down shirt, or Breton striped t-shirt.

Grey shirts work well with the contrasting tones of black and white; elevate your weekend edit by trying a grey t-shirt or button down chambray shirt with pinrolled black jeans and low-top suede or leather sneakers.