A BATHING APE® × Van Gogh Museum Expands Collaboration with Art-Inspired BAPE STA™ and BE@RBRICK
A BATHING APE® unveils the second installment of its exclusive collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Inspired by the life and artistic legacy of Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890), the collection continues to celebrate the visionary spirit and enduring influence of one of the world’s most celebrated artists.
Since its founding in 1993, BAPE® has consistently pushed the boundaries of streetwear through innovative design and cultural influence, inspiring audiences around the globe. This collaboration draws from Van Gogh’s lifelong pursuit of artistic reinvention and his unwavering creative vision—values that strongly resonate with BAPE® ’s own commitment to innovation and self-expression.
Building on the first chapter of the collaboration, the second release continues to showcase two of Van Gogh’s most beloved masterpieces: Sunflowers (1889) and Almond Blossom (1890). Expanding the collection beyond apparel, this latest installment introduces special editions of BAPE® ’s iconic BAPE STA™ and BE@RBRICK 100% & 400% set, each presented in designs inspired by these celebrated works.
Widely recognized as one of Van Gogh’s most iconic paintings, Sunflowers is renowned for its vibrant yellow palette and expressive depiction of blooming flowers in various stages of the life cycle. Created in Arles, southern France, the work was painted as a gesture of welcome and appreciation for fellow artist Paul Gauguin ahead of their anticipated period of living and working together. The painting remains one of the artist’s most personal and enduring symbols.
In contrast, Almond Blossom was created to celebrate the birth of Vincent Willem, the son of Van Gogh’s brother Theo and his wife Jo. Set against a brilliant blue sky, the blossoming almond branches symbolize new life, hope, and renewal—qualities that continue to captivate audiences around the world.
The BAPE STA™ is offered in two distinct versions inspired by Sunflowers and Almond Blossom. Each style features the respective artwork across the outer upper, while the inner side incorporates the exclusive “OIL PAINTING CAMO” pattern. Co-branded BAPE® × Van Gogh Museum logos are applied to the heel, creating a unique design that seamlessly bridges contemporary streetwear and fine art.
The BE@RBRICK carries forward the design language introduced in the first release’s SHARK
FULL ZIP HOODIE. The right side features the artwork, while the left side showcases the “OIL PAINTING CAMO” pattern, translating Van Gogh’s distinctive color palette and brushwork into a three-dimensional form. Blending art, toy culture, and street fashion, the collectible is offered as a set including both 100% and 400% versions.
Every item in the collection is finished with exclusive co-branded logos and bespoke details commemorating the partnership between BAPE® and the Van Gogh Museum.
The collection is now available in limited quantities at authorized A BATHING APE® stores and BAPE.COM.
