Basically after seeing the discussion of Bape in the comments of Sticky’s streetwear album I figured I’d make one specifically for the brand and talk a little about it, because I have loads of free time and an obsession with the brand. A Bathing Ape Inspiration Album: I selected pictures for the album that represent the brand being worn in multiple contexts by both men and women as well as images that are key to the brand’s imagery. I found most of them I found through tumblr, as well as a few I took from Sticky’s streetwear branding post
Japanese Streetwear Inspiration album
Last week /u/solar_garden (previously known as /u/superhomme ) posted a very well done introduction to Japanese streetwear , which I encourage everyone to read.
Japanese Streetwear – A Basis
In order to anticipate the inevitable questioning of why someone would adopt this style, it is necessary to establish a basis of reasoning in which an explanation is provided.