I bought these shoes in both navy and black and there is hardly a difference in the color.  I kept the navy anyway because I love them and if the black ever wears out I'll have the navy.  I am on my feet all day long and these are the only shoes I can wear the entire day.  Any other shoe I have to change mid-day.  There are not many good looking shoes that are also comfortable but Clark's are both.  Great shoe, I highly recommend them to anyone that has to be on their feet the entire day.