# Calligraphed Skater Sneakers Vans and Supreme Teamed up to Create the 'Vans Sk8-Mid' Collection By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-sk8mid References: [sneakernews](http://sneakernews.com/2015/09/16/supreme-is-dropping-another-vans-collaboration-tomorrow/) & [complex](http://www.complex.com/sneakers/2015/09/supreme-vans-sk8-mid-eat-me) Vans and [Supreme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-x-nike-sb-dunk-low) have collaborated yet again on the 'Vans [Sk8-Mid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key),' a stylish skate shoe for Fall/Winter 2015. The two skate-brand giants are adapting the mid-top version of the Vans [Sk8-Hi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8hi-shoe) as its foundation, with a set of three new colorways. The Vans Sk8-Mid will be featured in black, beige or purple, with suede or canvas uppers. All of the versions will have the same white detailing wrapping around the heel of the shoe. Also, the phrase "eat me" will be shown in calligraphy on the shoe. The distinct "eat me" print is also available throughout Supreme's Fall/Winter collection and can be seen on the brand's shorts and hoodies. The versatile sneaker is no longer just for skating, and because of its refined silhouette and neutral colorways, the Vans Sk8-Mid is the perfect shoe for daily wear in the fall. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Skate Brand Collaborations:** Expanding on cross-brand collaborations, including unique design features, for different niche markets. - **Customized Sneaker Designs:** Offering custom designs for footwear to cater to individual preferences and unique styles. - **Versatile Sneaker Market:** Integrating footwear styles traditionally associated with certain activities, such as skating, into broader fashion trends. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Skateboarding Industry:** Innovating new customization options for existing footwear designs to make them unique for the sport. - **Fashion Industry:** Examining the expanding popularity of casual yet stylish footwear options to inform future apparel designs and marketing strategies. - **Sporting Goods Industry:** Collaborating with cross-brands to make unique, design-inspired products for different markets and activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Camo-Print Colorful Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-vans.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Patterned Monochormatic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-girl.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md)