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A Bathing Ape, also known as BAPE, is a Japanese streetwear brand founded in 1993 by NIGO. It encompasses men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, as well as a variety of accessories and lifestyle items. In 2011, it was announced that Hong Kong-based fashion conglomerate I.T Group purchased the brand for $2.8 million USD, and by 2013 NIGO had stepped down from the brand’s creative helm.
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BAPE Prepares to Release an Upcoming 'The Predator' Collaboration
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BAPE Prepares to Release an Upcoming 'The Predator' Collaboration

Immediately following the film’s release.
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BAPE x adidas adizero Football Cleats Revealed By DeAndre Hopkins
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BAPE x adidas adizero Football Cleats Revealed By DeAndre Hopkins

A first look at the upcoming collaborative footwear.
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BAPE Set to Release Fierce Shark Cloud Stas
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BAPE Set to Release Fierce Shark Cloud Stas

In both black or white.
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BAPE x adidas's Rumored 2019 Release Also Includes Shark Hoodies, Helmet & More
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BAPE x adidas's Rumored 2019 Release Also Includes Shark Hoodies, Helmet & More

Potential ultraBOOSTs already got teased with news of cleats also coming.
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BAPE Releases Special Collaborative Mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival
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BAPE Releases Special Collaborative Mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival

With artist Nicholas Tse.
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Investigating the Past, Present & Future of mastermind JAPAN/WORLD With Masaaki Homma
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Investigating the Past, Present & Future of mastermind JAPAN/WORLD With Masaaki Homma

“I think I drew more than 1,000 skulls to create the design we use now.”
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BAPE & adidas Will Also Drop a Black Camo-Infused UltraBOOST
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BAPE & adidas Will Also Drop a Black Camo-Infused UltraBOOST

Another Super Bowl exclusive release.
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UPDATE: Wilson Tennis & A Bathing Ape Reveal New Collaboration
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UPDATE: Wilson Tennis & A Bathing Ape Reveal New Collaboration

Camo rackets on the way?
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7 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week
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7 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week

Featuring items from Nike ACG, Palace, BAPE, and PLACES+FACES.
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UPDATE: Here's the Full mastermind vs BAPE Collection
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UPDATE: Here's the Full mastermind vs BAPE Collection

Skulls versus sharks once again.
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BAPE's Multi Color Skate Deck Is a Must Have for Streetwear Lovers
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BAPE's Multi Color Skate Deck Is a Must Have for Streetwear Lovers

A definite collector’s piece.
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UPDATE: BAPE x adidas's Rumored 2019 UltraBOOST Gets New Design & Release Date
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UPDATE: BAPE x adidas's Rumored 2019 UltraBOOST Gets New Design & Release Date

Another camo-covered runner.
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