BAPE® AND STRAY KIDS ANNOUNCE LANDMARK COLLABORATION
A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) is thrilled to unveil its most anticipated partnership of the year—teaming up with global K-pop powerhouse Stray Kids under JYP Entertainment! This groundbreaking collaboration infuses the unstoppable energy of K-pop into the world of fashion, showcasing a bold fusion of fandom, creativity, and global impact.
Stray Kids, celebrated for their record-breaking achievements and electrifying performances, have solidified their status as one of the world’s most influential boy groups. The limited BAPE® × STRAY KIDS collection, launching in October 2025, commemorates the release of Stray Kids’ fourth studio album, KARMA, alongside the triumphant encore of their World Tour <dominATE: celebrate> — establishing itself as the collaboration event of the year.
This special partnership merges BAPE®’s iconic streetwear legacy with Stray Kids’ creative fire. The collection highlights playful SKZOO avatars reimagined in BAPE®’s BABY MILO® universe, blending two beloved visual worlds into an unforgettable capsule. Each piece inspires fans to celebrate their individuality and express their passion for music, streetwear, and fearless expression.
“We’re excited to launch this landmark collaboration with Stray Kids, a group that exemplifies bold artistry and global impact. This collection marks the beginning of BAPE®’s next chapter as we expand our footprint in the Republic of Korea, one of the world’s most vibrant cultural hubs. With two new stores opening this December in Seoul, we’re laying the foundation for deeper engagement with our community and celebrating the powerful synergy between fashion and music.”, said Mahmoud El Salahy, CEO of BAPE®.
Collection Highlights
BAPE® reinvents its iconic Shark Hoodie, with each Stray Kids member selecting a favorite COLOR CAMO and three embroidered letters to reflect their individuality. SKZOO characters peek out playfully from the Shark’s teeth.
To complete the style, the college tee features matching camo prints selected by the members. The original SKZOO characters are illustrated in BAPE®’s signature graphic style, perched atop the Ape Head logo.
The BABY MILO® Tee is renowned for showcasing the beloved mascot BABY MILO® alongside world-famous artists and iconic cartoon IPs. Takes on a fresh twist in this collection, BABY MILO® is paired with each SKZOO characters in different poses. As a standout piece, BAPE® presents a specially designed family graphic featuring all eight SKZOO characters gathered around BABY MILO® at the center, perfectly capturing the cheerful vibe that fans will adore.
To celebrate the first collaboration with STRAY KIDS, BAPE® refresh the classic BAPE STA™, available exclusively at BAPE®. This special edition features bold COLOR CAMO designs inspired by all eight members of the group. Each pair includes lace clips showcasing SKZOO and BABY MILO®, allowing fans to personalize and create their own one-of-a-kind BAPE X STRAY KIDS BAPE STA™.
Accessories
Stray Kids were recently recognized with prestigious accolades, including “K-Pop Album of the Year” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2025, “Top Global K-Pop Artist” at the Billboard Music Awards 2024, and “Best K-Pop” at the MTV Video Music Awards 2023, fueling even more excitement surrounding this collaboration.
The BAPE® × STRAY KIDS collection will be available at EU.BAPE.COM starting October 29th, with exclusive launch events set to take place in Seoul and Shanghai. Additionally, the Shark Hoodie and BAPE STA™ will be released in December. Get ready— this is a global moment you won’t want to miss!