5 retro sneakers that have been improved with a triple black twist

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Black to the future.

It's hard to beat an iconic pair of retro sneakers. The best ones can stand the test of time, remaining relevant long after they've stopped being the flavour of the month. Some shoes dip in and out of fashion but truly iconic footwear never goes away. Still, even the most timeless sneakers can sometimes benefit from a makeover. The triple black trend is huge at the moment so we teamed up with Life Style Sports to pick out the best examples of classic trainers that have benefited from a triple black overhaul.

5. Nike Cortez

The Cortez was Nike's original track runner back in 1972 but it's just as relevant today as it was almost a half century later. It's no longer used by pro athletes but it's now a stylish staple in the foot locker of sneaker fans everywhere. This classic heritage style is only accentuated by a sophisticated black finish.

4. Adidas Originals Stan Smith

The original all-whites were made for tennis legend Stan Smith back in 1971 but the triple black treatment turns them from a clean-cut tennis shoe into a much more versatile option. The black incarnation of these classic low tops can be paired with a multitude of outfits so it's easy to dress them up or down.

3. New Balance 420 Trainer

These 70s running shoes were a technological revolution when they first came out but these lightweight, streamlined kicks have been reinvented as streetwear. The triple black option boasts the same sort of comfort that made them famous in the first place. However, they've been reinvented with sleek new-sew overlays and a monochrome look that conveys an air of restrained elegance.

2. Nike Air Max 90

The Air Max 90s are the air-cushioned sneaker equivalent of aristocrats so it's no surprise they were among the designs chosen for a triple black overhaul. You still get that distinctive sole and chunky build but there's no doubt that black has a slimming effect. The all-black tone gives them a sleeker look with the same old school attitude.

1. Vans Old Skool

The Old Skool may have started out as a skater shoe but these ever popular shoes have developed a broad and ageless appeal. They can be casual, smart, rebellious and restrained all at once. 40 years later, this iconic sneaker is getting more love than ever and its famous contours look even slicker with an all-black makeover. Life Style Sports have a fantastic selection of triple black styles to choose from in-store and on their website. Check out the Life Style Sports Black List to see their fantastic triple black range.  Brought to you by Life Style Sports.