Vans LX Sk8-Mid Reissue 83 | Triple Black | VN000CQQBKA

The Mid. The Archive. The Black.

The Vans LX Sk8-Mid Reissue 83 (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.

Product Highlights

• 🎨 Colorway: Triple Black — Black Suede Upper × Black Leather Overlays × Tonal Black Sidestripe × Black Midsole & Outsole — the most versatile and most wearable Sk8-Mid colorway
• ⬛ Premium Suede & Leather Upper: 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
• ⚫ Tonal Black Sidestripe: 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
• 📍 Mid-Top Construction: 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
• 📅 83 Archive Construction: 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
• 📦 LX Premium Designation: 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
• 🔲 Vulcanized Construction: 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
• 🤝 Unisex Sizing: 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
• 🏷️ Style Code: VN000CQQBKA

Sk8-Mid vs Sk8-Hi vs Old Skool

The Vans Sk8-Mid occupies the precise midpoint in Vans’ silhouette hierarchy. The Old Skool is the low-top — minimal ankle coverage, the most versatile silhouette, the easiest to style. The Sk8-Hi is the high-top — full ankle coverage, the most substantial silhouette, the most statement-making. The Sk8-Mid 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.

Best For

All-day wear · Streetwear & 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

Sizing Guide

Available 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. Contact us for sizing assistance.