BAPE® x STRAY KIDS

BAPE® AND STRAY KIDS ANNOUNCE LANDMARK COLLABORATION

A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) is thrilled to unveil its most anticipated partnership of the year—teaming up with global K-pop powerhouse Stray Kids under JYP Entertainment! This groundbreaking collaboration infuses the unstoppable energy of K-pop into the world of fashion, showcasing a bold fusion of fandom, creativity, and global impact.

Stray Kids, celebrated for their record-breaking achievements and electrifying performances, have solidified their status as one of the world’s most influential boy groups. The limited BAPE® × STRAY KIDS collection, launching in October 2025, commemorates the release of Stray Kids’ fourth studio album, KARMA, alongside the triumphant encore of their World Tour <dominATE: celebrate> — establishing itself as the collaboration event of the year.

This special partnership merges BAPE®’s iconic streetwear legacy with Stray Kids’ creative fire. The collection highlights playful SKZOO avatars reimagined in BAPE®’s BABY MILO® universe, blending two beloved visual worlds into an unforgettable capsule. Each piece inspires fans to celebrate their individuality and express their passion for music, streetwear, and fearless expression.

“We’re excited to launch this landmark collaboration with Stray Kids, a group that exemplifies bold artistry and global impact. This collection marks the beginning of BAPE®’s next chapter as we expand our footprint in the Republic of Korea, one of the world’s most vibrant cultural hubs. With two new stores opening this December in Seoul, we’re laying the foundation for deeper engagement with our community and celebrating the powerful synergy between fashion and music.”, said Mahmoud El Salahy, CEO of BAPE®.

Collection Highlights

BAPE® reinvents its iconic Shark Hoodie, with each Stray Kids member selecting a favorite COLOR CAMO and three embroidered letters to reflect their individuality. SKZOO characters peek out playfully from the Shark’s teeth.

BAPE® × STRAY KIDS SHARK FULL ZIP HOODIE
RETAIL PRICE: HKD 2,899

To complete the style, the college tee features matching camo prints selected by the members. The original SKZOO characters are illustrated in BAPE®’s signature graphic style, perched atop the Ape Head logo.

BAPE® × STRAY KIDS COLLEGE TEE
RETAIL PRICE: HKD 799

The BABY MILO® Tee is renowned for showcasing the beloved mascot BABY MILO® alongside world-famous artists and iconic cartoon IPs. Takes on a fresh twist in this collection, BABY MILO® is paired with each SKZOO characters in different poses. As a standout piece, BAPE® presents a specially designed family graphic featuring all eight SKZOO characters gathered around BABY MILO® at the center, perfectly capturing the cheerful vibe that fans will adore.

BAPE® × STRAY KIDS BABY MILO® TEE
RETAIL PRICE: HKD 799

Stray Kids were recently recognized with prestigious accolades, including “K-Pop Album of the Year” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2025, “Top Global K-Pop Artist” at the Billboard Music Awards 2024, and “Best K-Pop” at the MTV Video Music Awards 2023, fueling even more excitement surrounding this collaboration. The BAPE® × STRAY KIDS collection will be available through Stray Kids' online fan shop and BAPE® global channels starting October 29th, with exclusive launch events set to take place in Seoul and Shanghai. Additionally, the Shark Hoodie and BAPE STA™ will be released in December. Get ready— this is a global moment you won’t want to miss!

ABOUT STRAY KIDS

Stray Kids is JYP Entertainment’s 8-member boy band formed in March 2018. 

Stray Kids were crowned winners of “Top K-Pop Album” at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards and “Best K-Pop” at the 2023 MTV VMAs with their full-length album ★★★★★ (5-STAR). The album sold over 4.61 million copies during the first week of its release which, at the time, became the highest 1st week number in K-Pop history. The group also won “Group of the Year” at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, “K-Pop Album of the Year” at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards, and “Top Global K-Pop Artist” at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards.

Stray Kids were featured on the soundtrack of Netflix’s animated series Arcane (Season 2) based on the game League of Legends with “Come Play”. In addition, their track “SLASH” was featured on the soundtrack of the film Deadpool & Wolverine (Deadpool & Wolverine Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). 

Not only did they debut seven consecutive albums as No.1 on the Billboard 200 Chart with their latest release KARMA, but they became the artist with the most RIAA Gold Album Certifications of any K-Pop artist in history with their Gold-Certified album HOP [2024]. Stray Kids won’t stop breaking through all geographical and cultural boundaries to resonate deeply with global listeners.