A BATHING APE

As one of Japan’s original streetwear brands, A Bathing Ape is celebrated for their bold designs and humorous prints, with some taking influence from the film franchise, Planet of the Apes. Like most of the Japanese streetwear icons, A Bathing Apes’ roots can be traced back to the ura-Harajuku scene of the early ‘90s; a time heavily influenced by a mixture of various American clothing’s and styles. Founded in 1993 by Nigo, the influence the brand had on the world is still noticeable today.