For over 30 years, A BATHING APE® has shaped global street culture through fearless design, uncompromising quality, and an unmistakable visual identity. From Harajuku to New York City, BAPE® continues to evolve its legacy while honoring the icons that built it. Today, we introduce the next chapter of the BAPE STA™ through a special partnership with Sneaker News.
Sneaker News joins BAPE® for its first-ever sneaker release, reimagining our iconic BAPE STA™ silhouette through a lens informed by two decades of documenting sneaker culture. This collaboration represents a meeting point between storytelling and product — combining our heritage with their deep roots in New York City.
Drawing inspiration from the visual language of 1990s outdoor gear and the nonstop rhythm of the concrete jungle, the design pushes the BAPE STA™ forward while respecting its DNA. At the center of the project is a first-of-its-kind triple-stacked STA logo — a bold evolution of one of our most recognizable signatures.
The story unfolds across two distinct colorways: Day and Night. The white “Day” edition reflects the energy and momentum of daylight hours, while the grey “Night” captures the grit and late grind of the city that never sleeps. Both pairs are finished with exclusive Sneaker News branding and Collector Club detailing, commemorating this milestone moment.
The Sneaker News x BAPE STA™ will debut globally on May 8th at selected BAPE STORE® locations and online at US.BAPE.COM.
