New Era x Casio G-Shock DW6900

To release this collaborative DW6900 digital wristwatch, Headwear manufacturer New Era teams up with famed watchmaker Casio. This exclusive release presents a simple yet effective design, coming from two brands synonymous with one-of-a-kind joint ventures with clientele ranging from little known clothing boutiques to iconic fashion labels. The Casio DW6900 sports its usual makeup with [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 29, 2011 Comments (0)

Baby Milo x medicom Toy “Chogokin” Bearbrick

To present a collaborative Bearbrick, A Bathing Ape has linked with notable toy and collectible manufacturer Medicom Toy. Due to such influential brands as the ones noted here, novelty items such as this have been gaining significant popularity in recent years. The unique figurine can be purchased now through BAPE.

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 29, 2011 Comments (0)

Dee & Ricky x Casio G-Shock GA-111DR Commercial

We hit you with a brief look into the second collaborative effort between fashion design duo Dee & Ricky and watchmaker Casio last month. Today we present a brief, amusing commercial showcasing the watch as the dynamic duo put the retro, toy-inspired G-Shock GA-111 DR through one of their rigorous tests. Be on the look [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 29, 2011 Comments (0)

fragment design x Medicom Toy Bearbrick Panda 50%

This latest collaboration between Japanese entities fragment design and Medicom Toy features two 50% editions in keychain form. Simple branding on the rear of the figurine consists of the fragment design logo in either blue or red, taking the form of a Panda-inspired Bearbrick. This item is being priced at ¥1,575 (approximately $20 USD) and [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 28, 2011 Comments (0)

i-D online | Kaws, The Stepping Stone Issue, July 2008

Just a refreshing reminder why KAWS has been one of the more influential graffiti artists of the past two decades, nothing new here. Released July 2008, the video above offers a look into the process and inspiration behind KAWS’s customization of i-D magazine‘s The Stepping Stone Issue. Touching on his background, earlier work and celebrity [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 26, 2011 Comments (0)

A Bathing Ape MELTON SKULL STA

A Bathing Ape unveils this new edition of its popular SKULL STA. Featuring a Melton wool upper and subtle accented slits on the toe box, an initial preview shows us the low-profile sneaker in a black/olive colorway with beige laces. The recognizable star insignia from A Bathing Ape adorns the side of the shoe, which [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 26, 2011 Comments (0)

fragment design Medicom Toy World Wide Tour 2 Bearbrick

As part of the Medicom Toy World Wide Tour 2, Japanese firm fragment design has unveiled this unique Bearbrick in 400% and 1000% editions. This distinctly crafted figure comes with its very own sheep-inspired garb, covering the entirety of the inner Bearbrick, which is styled in the likeness of a wolf. Undoubtedly one of the [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 24, 2011 Comments (0)

Stussy x Medicom World Wide Tour 2 Bearbrick 100% & 400%

This Bearbrick from Stussy is another addition to the roster of figurines included in the Medicom Toy World Wide Tour 2. Colorful stylized fish cover the exterior of the toy which gradiates from white to a light yellow, available in 100% and 400% editions. An insignia on the center of the figure depicts a black [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 24, 2011 Comments (0)

Karimoku x Medicom Toy World Wide Tour 2 Bearbrick 1000%

Widely recognized woodworking shop Karimoku has contributed this Bearbrick to the Medicom Toy World Wide Tour 2. Not the first time Karimoku has handcrafted Bearbricks for Medicom, this 1000% edition is entirely composed of granular wood and can be found on display alongside a selection of other figurines at Parco Museum Shibuya, beginning on December [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 24, 2011 Comments (0)

A Bathing Ape 1ST CAMO SHARK PARKA

This time with full 1st Camo A Bathing Ape proudly re-releases another rendition of their controversial Shark Parka. All the original design cues have remained intact such as the shield print on the arm, the letterman jacket-style “WGM” lettering and oversized tiger graphic on the hood, touted by fans as the “Ultimate Camo Shark” when [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 22, 2011 Comments (0)