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Sci-Fi Urban Mash-Ups

Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection Sparks a Geeky Collaboration

— September 6, 2011 — Fashion
Despite A Bathing Ape's recent entry into more mature styling, the brand hasn't lost its touch with basic tees, as is evident in the new Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection.

In a way, the Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection is a really interesting collaboration because it's so unexpected, but given A Bathine Ape's recent change in style and design, it's no surprise that the brand continues to explore different territories to bring new, exciting clothes to fans. This series features a variety of tees with the Baby Milo character in Star Wars get ups with scenes from the movie as the main backdrop. There will be six different designs in total, each of which have several colors to choose from.
Trend Themes
1. Sci-fi Fashion Mash-ups - With the unexpected but successful collaboration between Bape and Star Wars, other fashion brands should consider partnering up with pop culture franchises to take advantage of the growing sci-fi fanbase.
2. Geeky Streetwear - Bape's Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection demonstrates the demand for fashionable and geeky streetwear in the fashion industry, which could lead to a new subculture of fashion enthusiasts.
3. Pop-culture Merchandise - The Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection is another example of how merchandise featuring popular pop-culture franchises can be a lucrative market for both fashion and entertainment companies.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The unexpected collaboration between Bape and Star Wars shows how fashion brands can expand their market by partnering with pop culture franchises and catering to a new type of fashionable consumer.
2. Entertainment - Entertainment companies should take note of the successful Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection collaboration, as it shows the potential revenue from merchandise featuring popular franchises and how fashion can play a role in growing a franchise's fan base.
3. Pop-culture Merchandise - The recent Bape x Star Wars T-Shirt Collection demonstrates the high demand for merchandise featuring popular franchises and how companies can benefit from partnerships to create collectible and fashionable products.
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