On the heels of their previously popular collections and the joint pop up shop, A Bathing Ape and Sanrio recently unveiled a full line from their capsule collection.
This line features a variety of the Sanrio characters with A Bathing Ape’s Baby Milo character. Both companies have a very loyal fan base who collect their items.
In my opinion, these A Bathing Ape and Sanrio collaborations will likely keep selling strong for a while.
Implications - Consumers are looking for items that combine two different brands together. Products that feature a collaboration appeal to a wider audience than those which only feature one.
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Sanrio and A Bathing Ape Collaborate for a Collection
Trend Themes
1. Brand Collaborations - Opportunity for businesses to collaborate with other brands to create unique and appealing products.
2. Collectible Merchandise - Growing demand for limited edition and exclusive items that appeal to dedicated fan bases.
3. Cross-brand Fan Base Extension - Potential to attract new customers by combining the fan bases of two popular brands.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can explore collaborations with other brands to create unique clothing lines.
2. Toys and Collectibles - Opportunity for toy companies to collaborate with popular brands to create collectible merchandise.
3. Licensing and Intellectual Property - Companies specializing in licensing and intellectual property can facilitate collaborations between brands.