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colette is being somewhat occupied by Bape with a section dedicated to the Japanese brand.  Part of the event is this exclusive Bape Tartan hoodie in the colors of the French retailer’s colette blue.  Available now in both men’s and women’s sizes for about $266 USD.  via Hypebeast

A Bathing Ape opened it’s new shop within shop at Dover Street Market in London.  Bape founder, Nigo was on hand to sign copies of the Bape book celebrating their 15 years in business.   The pop-up shop recreates the original store front of the shop in Harajuku owned by Nigo and Jun Takahashi(Undercover) named NOWHERE.  via BBC/IceCream

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For those that religiously follow the releases of Bape’s latest goods, you will be pleased to know that this month you will be bombarded with several new items.  They are releasing different jackets styles from mild to wild, t-shirts, button up shirts, hats, beanies, a tie, glasses and even a pair of socks.  Also included is the “original styling” of the Big Sta shoe, which is step in the right direction for Bape.  Check out a couple of the preview pics after the jump!  For a more complete look, check out Hypebeast

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Here’s a preview of what A Bathing Ape has in store for 2009 with their Spring/Summer Collection.  Hard core Bape fans will be pleased to see the return of Bape Camo, a new Shark Hooded Varsity Jacket and a completely new sneaker (not a ripoff).  via Hypebeast

A Bathing Ape is helping you stay festive this holiday season with this “Christmas” Bapesta.  Done in a red, green, yellow plaid pattern in patent leather, the shoes are standout-ish in a subtle way.  The colored pattern also matches some of their other select Holiday goods. via HighSnobiety

Two of Japan’s bigger brand names - Bape and Wtaps, come together for a t-shirt release for Nigo’s Favorite Shop collection.  The mixture brings designs that you normally don’t find on Bape t-shirt, nice and simple.  via HighSnobiety