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Changing paces from its notorious 1ST CAMO print, A Bathing Ape makes use of its TIGERLEAFCAMO pattern for its latest REVERSIBLE FULL hoodie. Arriving as an installment to its Cut & Sew 2012 spring/summer collection, it features a full-zip front and a muted green base with hints of light brown throughout the all-over-print pattern. Minimal BAPE embroidery sees its way to the left sleeve. Retail is set at ¥27,090 JPY (approximately $349 USD). Copyright © 2008 This feed is for personal, non... Read Full Story

The SHARK COLOR CAMO FULL ZIP HOODIE is a bold offering for their winter collection, interspersed with classic purple camouflage we’ve come to expect from A Bathing Ape over the years. Relatively minimalistic at it the core of the piece, decadent design and pattern can be found on the hooded portion where there are hints of a shark’s face. Expect to see this offering rolled out in the next couple weeks at select retailers around the world. Copyright © 2008 This feed is for personal, non... Read Full Story

URSUS BAPE shows progression with a new product release via the DOWN JACKET for the imminent Spring/Summer 2012 season, gradually gaining reputation for its understated styles and more practical options compared to A Bathing Ape’s standout approach. The minimalist down-filled jacket boasts a two-pocket chest, two subtle vertical pockets, storm flap and contrast silver buttons, in a subdued navy colorway. The jacket is available now throughout BAPE STORES. Copyright © 2008 This feed is for... Read Full Story

We announced the impending collaboration between celebrated artist, KAWS, and the Atlanta-based purveyor of cutting edge fashions, Wish, about a week ago. We present to you the final details and release information today. KAWS designed a straightforward black T-shirt sporting the COMPANION character holding Wish’s insignia, in conjunction with the opening of his “Down Time” exhibit at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta on February 18. The exclusive joint release will retail at Wish this Friday... Read Full Story

A Bathing Ape presents the 1ST CAMO WORK SHIRT PARKA, available for the spring/summer season. This utilitarian heavy work shirt will surely be a fan favorite among the Japanese label’s cultists, highlighted by an blend of BAPE ’s iconic 1ST CAMO pattern and the warm-weather staple gingham print. Look for the piece to hit BAPE STORES globally this season. Copyright © 2008 This feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. The use of this feed on other websites breaches copyright. If this... Read Full Story

The signature 1ST CAMO continues to have a highly visible presence on A Bathing Ape’s recent product releases as the storied streetwear brand presents a new drum bag for the impending season. The bag features a tough Cordura body with essential components including a spacious interior, contrast handles, and a detachable sling strap, sitting alongside the brand’s latest accessories lineup. This bag can now be purchased through BAPE STORES globally, for those interested. Copyright © 2008 This... Read Full Story

The watches steadily grew in popularity until 1998 when over 24 million G-Shock watches had been sold around the world, first designed by Kikuo Ibe for Casio and released in 1997. In the latest campaign from the brand dubbed “DO YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS,” we get to see the evolution of the now iconic brand from Casio and its collaborations alongside storied streetwear label Stussy. By incorporating features from the early vintage G-Shock watches, such as its rugged durability, shock... Read Full Story

Featuring its iconic mascot, OriginalFake shows off a new T-shirt design , COMPANION. Never a stranger to big-print tees, “ANYTHING BUT HERE” – although devoid of explicit logo placement, is a prime example of the recognizability and familiarity of primary designer KAWS’s trademark art. Each with contrasting screen print, the T-shirt is available in black, white, heather grey and navy. Availability is now offered through online for a retail price of ¥7,000 JPY (approximately $91 USD... Read Full Story

Today we offer a detailed look into the A Bathing Ape x British Millerain Co. OILED CLOTH MOUNTAIN PARKA, A collaboration initially previewed here. Famous for its oiled cotton, British Millerain Co. offers its expertly-crafted waterproof fabric to the designers at BAPE , who in turn applied it to a utilitarian hooded mountain parka silhouette. Available in three distinct two-tone colorways, including red/beige, black/navy and navy/yellow, look for this joint at BAPE STORES globally... Read Full Story

Winter hasn’t left the consciousness of OriginalFake as they release the following Down Vest while spring is seemingly right around the corner. The reversible style features a solid colored taffeta fabric with a printed CIRCLES monogram on the reverse. Several colors are available for the vest which can be purchased now via OriginalFake. Copyright © 2008 This feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. The use of this feed on other websites breaches copyright. If this content is not in... Read Full Story