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Bape
StyleStreetwearY2KSkatewear
Known forSneakersHoodies & sweatshirtsT-shirts & graphic tees
A Bathing Ape (BAPE) is a Japanese streetwear label founded by Tomoaki "Nigo" Nagao in Ura-Harajuku, Tokyo, in 1993, and now owned by Hong Kong retail group I.T, which acquired a controlling stake in 2011 and bases the business in Hong Kong. Signature products include the Shark full-zip hoodie, 1ST CAMO and ABC camo apparel, Baby Milo character graphics and the BAPESTA sneaker. The brand operates BAPE STORE locations across Asia, Europe and North America, runs the AAPE diffusion line, and marked its 30th anniversary in 2023.
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How Bape fits
| Category | Runs | Shape | Length | Size advice | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | runs small | slim through chest and sleeves on classic cuts, boxier on recent releases | body and sleeves often shorter than expected | Take one size up for a normal fit and two for the oversized look Shark hoodies are usually worn in. | high |
| Shirts & overshirts | slightly small | regular to slightly boxy camp/overshirt cuts | shorter hem, works untucked | Go up one size if you plan to layer or want sleeve length to reach the wrist. | medium |
| Trousers & pants | slightly small | varies from tapered joggers to wider cargo and camo pants | often shorter inseams reflecting Japanese sizing | Check the waist measurement and size up one if you're between sizes or tall. | low |
| Jeans & denim | slightly small | mostly straight to slightly relaxed | inseams tend to run short for taller wearers | Expect a snug waist and consider going up one tag size. | low |
| Jackets | runs small | trim through the shoulders and biceps on most outerwear | regular to short | Size up one, and consider two if you'll layer a hoodie underneath. | medium |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | runs small | slim to regular, fairly narrow across the shoulders | short body, hits above the hip on many wearers | Size up one, or two if you prefer a longer, looser tee. | high |
Does Bape run big or small?
Bape runs small. Size up one (and two if you want the oversized streetwear look, especially on Shark hoodies). BAPE is widely described as running small because much of the range follows Japanese sizing, so most shoppers take at least one size up from their usual US/EU size.
How does Bape fit?
BAPE is widely described as running small because much of the range follows Japanese sizing, so most shoppers take at least one size up from their usual US/EU size. Overall shape: generally slim to regular through the chest and shoulders, with a boxier, more relaxed cut on newer and US-market drops.
How do Bape hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Bape hoodies & sweatshirts runs small. Take one size up for a normal fit and two for the oversized look Shark hoodies are usually worn in. Shape: slim through chest and sleeves on classic cuts, boxier on recent releases.
How do Bape shirts & overshirts fit?
Bape shirts & overshirts fits slightly small. Go up one size if you plan to layer or want sleeve length to reach the wrist. Shape: regular to slightly boxy camp/overshirt cuts.
How do Bape trousers & pants fit?
Bape trousers & pants fits slightly small. Check the waist measurement and size up one if you're between sizes or tall. Shape: varies from tapered joggers to wider cargo and camo pants.
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