# Halloween-Themed Streetwear The New 'BAPE Halloween' Collection Boasts a Variety of Spooky Looks By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-halloween References: [modern-notoriety](https://www.modern-notoriety.com/a-bathing-ape-bape-halloween-collection-2021-release-date/) & [bape](https://bape.com/) Japanese fashion brand [A Bathing Ape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aape-by-a-bathing-ape-1) (BAPE) has announced the launch of its new 'BAPE Halloween' collection. As the name suggests, the capsule is packed with Halloween-themed looks that use loud, "spooky" graphics and glow-in-the-dark materials. For footwear, the 'BAPE Halloween' collection presents a 'BAPE STA' in a new orange, black and green colorway and a new version of the 'BAPE STA 93 Hi' delivered in purple and black with a bright green strap. Elsewhere, the capsule offers a range of hoodies and sweaters donning either [skeleton-themed graphics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-monsters-collection) or a reworked version of the iconic 'APE HEAD' logo. Meanwhile, pumpkin head t-shirts are offered in black and white. A standout piece is the purple pullover hoodie, which is adorned with a multicolored 'APE HEAD' logo and glow-in-the-dark spider webs on the hood. Image Credit: BAPE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Halloween-themed Streetwear:** The rise of themed streetwear collections presents opportunities for fashion brands to capitalize on holiday hype and create impulse buys that cater to niche consumers. - **Glow-in-the-dark Apparel:** The incorporation of glow-in-the-dark materials in fashion is a unique selling point that creates visual interest and adds an additional layer of novelty to products. - **Reimagined Iconic Logos:** Updating classic designs with a holiday twist presents an opportunity for brands to tap into nostalgia and create a fresh take on a well-known product and logo. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fusion of holiday and streetwear creates opportunities for brands to bring in new buyers and appeal to existing customers with limited-edition seasonal collections. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Holiday-themed product launches present opportunities for brands to engage in holiday marketing and advertising campaigns that tap into consumer excitement for seasonal events. - **Entertainment and Events:** Collaborations between brands and entertainment companies offer cross-promotion opportunities for mutually beneficial marketing campaigns and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Halloween Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-more-sleep.md) - [Chinese Motif-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-1.md) - [Culturally Inspired Fall-Ready Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-with-people.md) - [Anime-Inspired Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-kaikai-kiki.md) - [K-Pop Playful Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-stray-kids.md) - [Blue Camo Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-ovo-1.md) - [Heritage Streetwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-era.md) - [Fashion-Forward Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8-sta.md) - [Court-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-stadium-goods.md)