Yuga Labs, the mastermind behind the sensational Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs, is joining forces with Japan’s iconic streetwear titan, A BATHING APE (BAPE).
While the specifics remain under wraps, a taste of “lazy opulence and irreverence” has been promised for aficionados of both brands. Initial visuals hint at an Ape Head logo tee amalgamated with BAYC influences.
Intriguingly, the tee showcases a Bored Ape adorned with a shirt bearing BAPE’s signature camo, albeit with a twist. The BAYC skull emblem replaces BAPE’s typical distorted Ape Head, hinting at possibly another exclusive apparel piece.
Access to these sought-after items will mainly be reserved for BAYC and BAPETAVERSE collectible owners, reflecting BAPE’s stride into Web3. Yet, a wider release is anticipated across select BAPE outlets and their online platform.
“With fashion’s ever-evolving dance with Web3, the synergy between the domains is undeniable. We’re ecstatic about our alliance with Yuga Labs,” expressed Thomas Hui, BAPE’s COO.
Although BAYC’s digital assets have seen a dip, Yuga Labs demonstrates its prowess by forging significant collaborations, the latest being with BAPE. Eager eyes await the collection’s reveal on November 5 at BAYC’s Hong Kong-based ApeFest event.
