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The Vans Sk8-Hi Tapered Platform sneakers in Black/True White combine a slim high-top upper with a substantial platform sole. Black suede and canvas frame the white Sidestripe, laces and contrast stitching, keeping the familiar Sk8-Hi look clear above the taller sidewall.
This Tapered version uses a deconstructed upper for a more slender profile than the original Sk8-Hi. The 34 mm platform adds visible height, while vulcanized construction and the waffle-pattern outsole keep recognizable Vans details underfoot.
Details
- Style: VN0A5JMKBMX1
- Color: Black/True White
- Upper: suede and canvas
- Silhouette: tapered high-top with lace-up closure
- Platform height: 34 mm
- Construction: vulcanized
- Outsole: Vans waffle pattern
Design Features
A doubled sidewall gives the sole its stacked appearance. The black foxing stripe breaks up the white platform, while the stitched toe panels, side stripe and heel logo retain the shoe's classic visual details. The laces let you adjust the closure across the upper.
Size & Fit
Options show US men's and women's equivalents together. For example, M6.5W8 means US men's 6.5 and women's 8. The Tapered name refers to the model's slender profile; compare your measurements with Vans' size guidance before choosing a size.
Care
Follow the care label supplied with your pair. Check that any cleaner is suitable for both suede and canvas before use, and test it on a small, inconspicuous area first.
Lifestyle
Choose this pair for casual days when you want the familiar look of a black high-top with a more pronounced platform silhouette.
Style Notes
Cropped jeans leave the ankle and stacked sole visible. For a longer silhouette, pair them with straight or wide-leg pants; a white tee can pick up the contrast of the laces and Sidestripe.
The Vans Sk8-Hi Tapered Platform sneakers in Black/True White combine a slim high-top upper with a substantial platform sole. Black suede and canvas frame the white Sidestripe, laces and contrast stitching, keeping the familiar Sk8-Hi look clear above the taller sidewall.
This Tapered version uses a deconstructed upper for a more slender profile than the original Sk8-Hi. The 34 mm platform adds visible height, while vulcanized construction and the waffle-pattern outsole keep recognizable Vans details underfoot.
Details
- Style: VN0A5JMKBMX1
- Color: Black/True White
- Upper: suede and canvas
- Silhouette: tapered high-top with lace-up closure
- Platform height: 34 mm
- Construction: vulcanized
- Outsole: Vans waffle pattern
Design Features
A doubled sidewall gives the sole its stacked appearance. The black foxing stripe breaks up the white platform, while the stitched toe panels, side stripe and heel logo retain the shoe's classic visual details. The laces let you adjust the closure across the upper.
Size & Fit
Options show US men's and women's equivalents together. For example, M6.5W8 means US men's 6.5 and women's 8. The Tapered name refers to the model's slender profile; compare your measurements with Vans' size guidance before choosing a size.
Care
Follow the care label supplied with your pair. Check that any cleaner is suitable for both suede and canvas before use, and test it on a small, inconspicuous area first.
Lifestyle
Choose this pair for casual days when you want the familiar look of a black high-top with a more pronounced platform silhouette.
Style Notes
Cropped jeans leave the ankle and stacked sole visible. For a longer silhouette, pair them with straight or wide-leg pants; a white tee can pick up the contrast of the laces and Sidestripe.