{"product_id":"vans-lx-sk8-mid-reissue-83-triple-black-vn000cqqbka","title":"Vans LX Sk8-Mid Reissue 83 | Triple Black | VN000CQQBKA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Mid. The Archive. The Black.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVans LX Sk8-Mid Reissue 83\u003c\/strong\u003e (VN000CQQBKA) in Triple Black is a premium, archive-faithful reissue of one of Vans’ most versatile and most underrated silhouettes — a shoe that occupies the precise midpoint between the Old Skool’s low-top minimalism and the Sk8-Hi’s full high-top presence. The “83” designation marks this as a faithful recreation of the Sk8-Mid’s 1983 construction, with the LX designation elevating the materials to a premium suede-and-leather combination that the standard Sk8-Mid does not offer. The Triple Black colorway — black suede upper, black leather overlays, tonal black Sidestripe, black midsole, black outsole — is the most disciplined and most wearable expression of the Sk8-Mid’s design, a shoe that disappears into any outfit while adding the ankle support and silhouette presence that only a mid-top can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eColorway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triple Black — Black Suede Upper × Black Leather Overlays × Tonal Black Sidestripe × Black Midsole \u0026amp; Outsole — the most versatile and most wearable Sk8-Mid colorway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⬛ \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Suede \u0026amp; Leather Upper:\u003c\/strong\u003e LX-grade black suede upper with black leather overlays at the toe cap, heel counter, and Sidestripe panel — a premium material combination that elevates the Sk8-Mid’s construction beyond the standard canvas-and-suede of the regular release. The suede’s soft, textured surface contrasts subtly with the leather overlays’ smoother finish, creating a tonal texture variation that rewards close inspection without disrupting the Triple Black colorway’s clean, minimal aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚫ \u003cstrong\u003eTonal Black Sidestripe:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic Vans Jazz Stripe in tonal black — fully integrated into the Triple Black colorway, reading as a subtle texture and material contrast against the suede base rather than a color contrast. The tonal Sidestripe gives the shoe a more sophisticated, fashion-forward profile than the standard Black\/White colorway, making it easier to style across a wider range of outfits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eMid-Top Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sk8-Mid’s defining characteristic — a mid-top collar height that sits above the ankle bone for light ankle support and a more substantial silhouette presence than the Old Skool, without the full commitment of the Sk8-Hi’s high-top construction. The mid-top height is the sweet spot for wearers who want more than a low-top but find the Sk8-Hi too tall for their styling preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📅 \u003cstrong\u003e83 Archive Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The “83” designation marks this as a faithful recreation of the Sk8-Mid’s 1983 construction — archive-accurate proportions, construction details, and silhouette that honor the original without modernizing it. The 83 construction delivers a slightly slimmer, more refined profile than the current-season Sk8-Mid, with a last that reflects the shoe’s original 1983 fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eLX Premium Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The LX designation marks this as a premium-tier Vans release — upgraded materials, refined construction details, and a more considered overall execution than the standard Sk8-Mid. LX releases are positioned above the standard line and below the Vault by Vans tier, offering premium quality at an accessible price point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔲 \u003cstrong\u003eVulcanized Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vans’ signature vulcanized sole construction — bonding the black rubber outsole directly to the upper for a low-profile, board-feel connection that has defined Vans footwear since 1966\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong\u003eUnisex Sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in unisex sizing — the Sk8-Mid’s classic last fits both men and women, making this premium archive reissue accessible to all wearers regardless of gender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏷️ \u003cstrong\u003eStyle Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e VN000CQQBKA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSk8-Mid vs Sk8-Hi vs Old Skool\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Vans Sk8-Mid occupies the precise midpoint in Vans’ silhouette hierarchy. The \u003cstrong\u003eOld Skool\u003c\/strong\u003e is the low-top — minimal ankle coverage, the most versatile silhouette, the easiest to style. The \u003cstrong\u003eSk8-Hi\u003c\/strong\u003e is the high-top — full ankle coverage, the most substantial silhouette, the most statement-making. The \u003cstrong\u003eSk8-Mid\u003c\/strong\u003e is the balance point — mid-ankle coverage, more presence than the Old Skool, more versatility than the Sk8-Hi. All three share the same Jazz Stripe Sidestripe, the same waffle outsole, and the same vulcanized construction. Choose based on how much ankle coverage and silhouette presence you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll-day wear · Streetwear \u0026amp; lifestyle styling · Vans archive enthusiasts · Wearers who want mid-top ankle support without the full Sk8-Hi commitment · Unisex wearers who want a premium Triple Black mid-top in the most versatile colorway available\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in US sizes 4.5 – 9.5 (including half sizes). Unisex sizing — women typically size down 1.5 sizes from their standard women’s size. 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