BAPE,
short for A Bathing Ape, is a Japanese streetwear brand founded in 1993 by Nigo, a DJ and cultural tastemaker from Tokyo's Harajuku district. The brand quickly gained recognition for its bold aesthetics signature camouflage patterns, vibrant colors, and it's iconic full-zip shark hoodies.

In the 2000s, BAPE became a global phenomenon, embraced by hip-hop stars like Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, and lil Wayne. It represented a unique blend of Japanese design, luxury sensibility, and street culture, and played a key role in shaping the streetwear movement of the decade.
Today, BAPE remains a symbol of originality, exclusivity, and rebellious style. It stands as a cultural icon, representing a generation that views fashion as a form of self-expression and creativity.