A Fusion of Iconic Streetwear and Timeless Classics.
Costa Mesa, CALIF. (JUL 25, 2024) - Vans, the leading skateboarding brand, announces its latest collaboration with A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) the legendary Japanese streetwear icon. Together, Vans and BAPE® merge their timeless aesthetics originated from Southern California and Harajuku.
The latest Vans x BAPE® collection features the remastering of two of Vans’ iconic footwear styles – the Old SkoolTM and the Sk8-Mid. Each piece in the collection seamlessly blends BAPE®’s original graphics with Vans’ heritage. The Old SkoolTM includes BAPE®’s celebrated camouflage print in a variety of colors across the quarter panels, as well as a vulcanized rubber design of BAPE®’s signature Shark symbol on the forefoot. The Sk8-Mid features the green camouflage pattern across the canvas, while both silhouettes reimagine Vans’ classic SidestripeTM with the integration of BAPE®’s STA logo.
With shared roots of street culture and the pursuit of non-conformity, the collection honors streetwear trends from the ‘90s. The Vans x BAPE® collaboration will be available to shop exclusively in Europe through Vans Family beginning July 26 and BAPE® stores worldwide beginning July 27, 2024.
Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the leading skateboarding and original action sports footwear, apparel and accessories brand. Vans® authentic collections are sold in more than 100 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors, and international offices. Vans® has more than 2,000 retail locations globally including owned, concession and partnership doors. The Vans® brand inspires and empowers everyone to live “Off The Wall” embodying the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless drive to push culture across action sports, music, art and design.
Founded in 1993 in the heart of Shibuya, Tokyo, A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) has been a pioneering force in Japanese streetwear. Known for its signature camo patterns and iconic designs such as the APE HEAD, BAPE STA™, and SHARK HOODIE, BAPE® has become a global streetwear institution. The brand continues to expand its influence across various lifestyle domains, including art, cosmetics, furniture, and toys.
