# Co-Branded Galactic Collectibles BAPE and Medicom Toy Joined to Release Two Star Wars Figures By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-11-15 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-medicom References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/11/bape-medicom-toy-star-wars-figures-r2d2-c3po) & [medicomtoy.co.jp](http://www.medicomtoy.co.jp/?grdg) Yet again, BAPE and Medicom Toy have joined forces. Previously, the streetwear label and collectible brand released a [co-branded Bearbrick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berbrick-x-tamagotchi), Baby Milo and more. This time, they've adapted two [iconic Star Wars robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-r2-d2): R2-D2 and C-3PO. For both of the limited-edition models, BAPE and Medicom Toy supply the figures with a playful cartoon-like look. This is especially true in the case of C-3PO, as the droid's typical human proportions are changed -- with his head enlarged and his body shrunk. In order to make A Bathing Ape's contribution especially clear, the two galactic figures hide Baby Milo inside. The face of the brand's monkey mascot can be seen when taking off the front of C-3PO's yellow mask and when lifting the top of R2-D2 off. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Co-branded Galactic Collectibles:** BAPE and Medicom Toy collaborate to release co-branded Star Wars figures featuring playful cartoon-like aesthetics and hidden Baby Milo. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Streetwear:** The streetwear industry can explore collaborations with toy brands to create limited-edition collectibles that appeal to both fashion and pop culture enthusiasts. - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can embrace co-branding partnerships to create unique and highly sought-after products that cater to niche audiences like Star Wars fans. - **Toy:** The toy industry can leverage collaborations with fashion labels to create visually appealing and trendy collectibles that resonate with collectors of all ages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible Streetwear Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-milo-2.md) - [Shiny Chrome Ape Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-milo-1.md) - [Streetwear-Fused Collaborative Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legacy-camo-shark.md) - [Streetwear Mecha Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-bandai.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Reimagined Signature Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-alpha-industries.md) - [Animated Character-Themed Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-boy-1.md) - [Denim-Themed Luxury Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-6.md) - [Monochromatic Mascot-Themed Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-3.md)