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Sneakers so legendary they've virtually eclipsed the tennis star they were named after. These black Stan Smith shoes might seem to sit at the other end of the spectrum to crisp white tennis sneaks, but they're every bit as wearable. And some might say, even slightly more refined. Whether you play favorites or you've got Stan Smiths in every shade, there are plenty here to tempt you. Originally released in the 1960s, the sneaker gained its Stan Smith moniker a little later, in 1978, paying homage to the famous American tennis player Stanley Roger Smith. It's since gone on to become one of the best-selling adidas shoes of all time. And its proved an inspiring canvas for some household names, from Disney to Stella McCartney to Pharrell Williams. All while maintaining its unmistakably sporty DNA.

You'll find black Stan Smith shoes for everyone from toddlers to adults, in all black or with pops of color and in winter-ready styles designed to keep out the chill. You might not buy Stan Smiths to play tennis in anymore. But whether you've got a workout or a casual workday, a dog walk or a low-key dinner, you can anchor any look with these understated Stans. Proof that you can wear sneakers anywhere. Or at least, you can if they look this good. So make your next shoe rack addition black Stan Smith shoes from adidas.