These Bape Shoes are a Modern Update on the Camouflage Craze of the 90s
Charlotte Joyce Kidd — November 3, 2015 — Fashion
References: highsnobiety & caplex
This Bape shoes collection offers a range of camouflage-covered sneaker options, from rugged to feminine styles.
The camouflage sneaker series is a collaboration between Japanese streetwear company A Bathing Ape, otherwise known as Bape, and ASICS Tiger. The silhouettes that Bape has taken on are the Gel-Kayano Trainer and the GEL-Lyte V. The Gel-Kayano gets a brown and tan camouflage pattern, with splashes of pink on the sole at the heel and toe. The GEL-Lyte V, meanwhile, have a more intense, sleek black and white pattern, with the camo theme taking front and center.
Just in time for the holidays, these Bape shoes are a great gift for street style-savvy sneakerheads, since they feature a collaboration between two of the biggest names in modern apparel and sneakers.
The camouflage sneaker series is a collaboration between Japanese streetwear company A Bathing Ape, otherwise known as Bape, and ASICS Tiger. The silhouettes that Bape has taken on are the Gel-Kayano Trainer and the GEL-Lyte V. The Gel-Kayano gets a brown and tan camouflage pattern, with splashes of pink on the sole at the heel and toe. The GEL-Lyte V, meanwhile, have a more intense, sleek black and white pattern, with the camo theme taking front and center.
Just in time for the holidays, these Bape shoes are a great gift for street style-savvy sneakerheads, since they feature a collaboration between two of the biggest names in modern apparel and sneakers.
Trend Themes
1. Modern Camo Sneakers - As the 90s nostalgia trend continues to gain popularity, shoe companies can create modern updates to classic prints like camouflage, attracting consumers wanting retro-chic styles.
2. Collaborative Sneaker Collections - Collaborations between prominent clothing and sneaker brands like ASICS and Bape can lead to innovative and highly sought-after products that appeal to streetwear enthusiasts looking for exclusive gear.
3. Genderless Footwear Fashion - As fashion becomes more inclusive, unisex sneaker designs featuring camouflage prints like the Bape x ASICS collection can cater to consumers who don't want to be restricted by traditional gender roles in fashion.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can incorporate retro-chic elements into modern designs like the Bape x ASICS sneaker collection to keep up with trends and maintain consumer interest.
2. Sneaker - The sneaker industry can collaborate with other prominent brands and use nostalgic prints to create exclusive designs like the Bape x ASICS collection and attract loyal customers.
3. Streetwear - The streetwear industry can take inspiration from popular trends like 90s nostalgia and retro prints like camouflage and incorporate them into designs, like the Bape x ASICS collection, to appeal to fashion-forward consumers.
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