Fusing Forces in Striking Winter Drop
This season, global streetwear AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® partners with South Korean fashion label NOMANUAL® to unveil their first-ever collaborative collection. Fusing each brand’s core design philosophies, the partnership champions a rebellious spirit and unapologetic self-expression—crafted for the bold, independent voices of the street.
The collection strikes a dynamic balance between bold aesthetics and minimalist edge, offering a versatile lineup that includes down jackets, camo hoodies, distressed plaid shirts, layered long-sleeve tees, denim jeans, and statement accessories. AAPE’s signature tiger camo returns in refreshed colorways, complemented by vibrant yellow co-branded graphics that inject high-impact contrast into classic streetwear silhouettes.
Blending visual storytelling with refined craftsmanship, the collection reimagines both brands’ logos into a unified design. Washed and vintage-inspired pieces reflect the sensibilities of modern urbanites, featuring intricate details like faded textures and crackle effects for a rugged yet refined finish.
Highlights include a black down jacket with dual zippers embellished with NOMANUAL’s emblem—merging functionality with sleek design—and a plaid shirt with raw-edge distressing at the hem, cuffs, and seams, channeling a carefree, rebellious attitude. Accessories add a playful twist with graphics inspired by human evolution, showcased on co-branded bandanas and belts —essential accents to elevate any street-ready look.
Infused with raw energy and fresh perspective, the AAPE × NOMANUAL® collection redefines winter streetwear, offering a bold new vision for the season ahead.
ABOUT AAPE BY *A BATHING APE®
At A BATHING APE®, creative concepts never cease to emerge. In spring-summer 2012, a brand-new diffusion line AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® (abbreviated as AAPE, reads A-A-P-E) was conceived to consolidate a young and hip message. With an eye to the young menswear market, AAPE aims at creating a simple, light and fashionable wardrobe for the new generation of fashionistas. With comfortable cut heavily trended in every season, each item at AAPE is designed to become an everyday staple. The AAPE logo, featuring prominently a graphic round face of the ape, is a younger version of the original A BATHING APE® Moon Face. Its monochromatic design is immediately recognizable thanks to its strikingly simple yet unmistakably powerful rendition, heralding a brand that is bound to become the most sought-after among young fashion-forward fans.
ABOUT NOMANUAL®
NOMANUAL® is a South Korean streetwear brand founded in 2017. Driven by an endless pursuit of design exploration. The label is known for its unisex, casual, and minimalist style that blends modern urban aesthetics with relaxed, slightly oversized fits bringing together diverse products with each season's pieces and artwork forming a cohesive story.
