# Collapsible Olive Shades A Bathing Ape x Sunpocket Sunglasses are Portable and Stylishly Retro By Matt Ho | Published 2012-01-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-bathing-ape-x-sunpocket-sunglasses References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/01/a-bathing-ape-x-sunpocket-sunglasses/) & [zozo.jp](http://zozo.jp/shop/bapeland/goods.html?gid=1293073&did=&cid=8296) To keep the glare from snow out of the eyes, the A Bathing Ape x Sunpocket Sunglasses bring a stylish option that's extremely portable. The most convenient feature of the A Bathing Ape x Sunpocket Sunglasses is their [collapsible design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pocket-collection). The shades fold easily in half from the bridge so as to fit into any pocket. The design draws inspiration from vintage 80s-style shades, which gives them a simple, [retro look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-muzm-eyeshade). The frame has a matte olive-green color that's contrasted by a beautiful blue lens. Other details include the Bathing Ape and Sunpocket branding on the side of either arm. Upon purchase, the glasses also come with a case that has [Bape's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbuggy-1) trademark camouflage theme as well as the cartoon ape head. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collapsible Sunglasses:** The collapsible design of sunglasses presents opportunities for innovative and compact eyewear solutions. - **Retro-inspired Shades:** The popularity of vintage 80s-style shades opens doors for trendy eyewear designs with a nostalgic twist. - **Portable Fashion Accessories:** The demand for portable and stylish accessories creates a market for fashionable items that can easily be carried on-the-go. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can explore collapsible designs and retro-inspired styles to meet the needs of modern consumers. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of portable fashion accessories by creating stylish and compact products. - **Travel and Leisure:** The travel and leisure industry can incorporate collapsible sunglasses as essential items for travelers who prioritize convenience and style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Practical Stylish Foldable Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/editions-pliables.md) - [Collaborative Summertime Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jins-x-snow-peak.md) - [Futuristic Winter Sport Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid.md) - [Foldable Fashionable Eyewear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pocket-collection.md) - [Mod Band-Honoring Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akila-blackbird-x-the-beatles.md) - [Nature-Inspired Futuristic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantaris.md) - [Adaptive Reading Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/32n-sunglasses-by-deep-optics.md) - [Dynamically Redesigned Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-blacked-out-collection.md) - [Trendy Eco-Conscious Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bajio-sunglasses.md)