November 26, 2008

Isetan x Bape 75 | 15 Collection

Two well-known entities within Japanese fashion, Isetan and A Bathing Ape both celebrate respective milestone anniversaries this year. Department store Isetan's Shinjuku outlet, known as one of the most prominent retailers around turns 75 while Bape celebrates its 15th anniversary. Together the two have created a selection of t-shirts and ... more

November 24, 2008

A Bathing Ape 2008 Xmas Collection

A Bathing Ape ring in the Holidays with a collection of X-Mas releases showcasing the brands trademark cartoon style. Amongst the releases are crewnecks and hoodies featuring Baby Milo and Super Mario prints and a collection of Holiday plaid accessories including a scarf, tote bag and pin set. All the ... more

November 22, 2008

A Bathing Ape Bapesta 88 Store Colorways

Introduced early this year, the Bapesta88 gets its inspiration from the classic, old school basketball sneakers with the hi-top design and retro patterns. Love them or hate them, Bape has just released a handful of colorways representing each of the respective Bape store colors for their latest Bapesta88 sneakers. Available ... more

November 22, 2008

A Bathing Ape 15th Anniversary Hong Kong Book Signing

Over the weekend, Nigo made an appearance at Hong Kong's Bape Store to personally sign a handful of copies of his commemorative 15th anniversary book. Featuring an exclusive multi-colored camo cover exclusive to Bape Stores, the book itself features a look back over A Bathing Ape's history ranging from old ... more

November 18, 2008

WTAPS x Nigo’s Favorite Shop Tees

Bape's exclusive point of sale, Nigo's Favorite Shop are releasing their latest partnership with WTAPS. The three t-shirt set features some iconic references to Bape's obvious ape theme over black/red prints. The t-shirts should release to NFS members after November 27th. more

November 10, 2008

A Bathing Ape 2008 Fall/Winter Collection Newest Jackets

November releases from Bape include a comprehensive look at their outerwear selection. The brand offers both some conventional Bape styles such as varsitys and down camo jackets alongside a number of different vests. Other special items include a jacket done for Teriyaki Boyz and an un-Bape-like duffle jacket. Available now ... more

November 4, 2008

A Bathing Ape 2008 Winter Catalog

A Bathing Ape gives us a look into their 2008 winter catalog. The collection showcases some of the Japanese labels most recent contemporary looks while maintaining their signature streetwear swagger. Modeled by some familiar faces including: Kanye West and Big Sean of GOOD Music, Shay and Pharrell of N.E.R.D and ... more

November 4, 2008

Bape x Tempur

In what is definitely one of the most off-base and unexpected collaborations in recent memory, Bape has sought to create their own collection of Tempur pillows. Tempur is world renowned for its innovative use of NASA-engineered products which offers body-molding properties based on temperature and pressure. A long cylindrical pillow ... more

November 3, 2008

Sorel x Bape Caribou Boots

Sourcing the quality and winter-performance of Canadian boot makers Sorel, Bape has created a style of their own on the popular flagship Caribou model. The weatherproof boot is seen in a subtle tonal camo pattern and seen with its trademark removable liners. Look for these to release as part of ... more

November 3, 2008

A Bathing Ape x New Era Plaid Pack

A Bathing Ape drops a new pack of New Era caps featuring four distinct plaid prints. Focusing more on the caps textiles than label branding, the 59Fiftys follow a sophisticated direction which A Bathing Ape has been reflecting as of late. While the black and pink are Aoyama store exclusives, ... more