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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 Set to Release New Colorful BAPE STAs for Summer
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BAPE Set to Release New Colorful BAPE STAs for Summer

In three OG variations.
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BAPE Readies Colorful Camo Basketball Collection
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BAPE Readies Colorful Camo Basketball Collection

For the fans out there.
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BAPE to Release Special 20th Anniversary Snoopy Ginza Collection
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BAPE to Release Special 20th Anniversary Snoopy Ginza Collection

A Japan exclusive.
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James Bond on Streetwear’s Love Affair With Basketball & UNDEFEATED’s Foray Into the Asian Market
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James Bond on Streetwear’s Love Affair With Basketball & UNDEFEATED’s Foray Into the Asian Market

As the La Brea mainstay sets up its first store in Hong Kong.
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BAPE NY Is Serving up Ice Cream With a Special Spoon
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BAPE NY Is Serving up Ice Cream With a Special Spoon

Nothing beats a cold snack on a hot day.
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8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week
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8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week

An exclusive UNDFTD x BAPE collection highlights this summer week’s must-cops.
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BAPE & adidas Originals Link up on Camouflage adicolor Collection
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BAPE & adidas Originals Link up on Camouflage adicolor Collection

Featuring cobranded tracksuits and T-shirts.
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Medicom Toy Exhibition 2018 to Offer Exclusive BE@RBRICKS & Merch
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Medicom Toy Exhibition 2018 to Offer Exclusive BE@RBRICKS & Merch

Featuring collabs with ‘Star Wars,’ BAPE, and more.
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BAPE Set to Release a Pair of Classic 1ST CAMO BAPE STA Mids
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BAPE Set to Release a Pair of Classic 1ST CAMO BAPE STA Mids

A throwback from the streetwear imprint.
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BAPE Returns to Tradition With 1ST CAMO Kimono Long Shirts
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BAPE Returns to Tradition With 1ST CAMO Kimono Long Shirts

Sugoi.
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BAPE Taps 'Jurassic World' for Expansive Collaboration
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BAPE Taps 'Jurassic World' for Expansive Collaboration

Commemorating one of the summer’s biggest films.
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BAPE Jumps on the Shopping Bag Trend
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BAPE Jumps on the Shopping Bag Trend

“BAPEXCLUSIVE.”
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