The BAPE x Dragon Ball Returned for Fall/Winter 2019
References: bape & highsnobiety
After the success of the inaugural BAPE x Dragon Ball Super: Broly collection, the two entities join forces for yet another range that is scheduled to drop on Saturday, December 28th on BAPE’s e-commerce store.
The pieces in the Fall/Winter 2019 drop include basic silhouettes – from t-shirts and crewnecks to hoodies. Each garment is co-branded and showcases a playful graphic that nods to the anime’s characters, as well as the streetwear company’s Baby Milo. The clothing is offered in subdued colors.
The BAPE x Dragon Ball Super: Broly collection for the Fall/Winter 2019 season is yet another example of how streetwear brands channel the aesthetic of cult-favorite anime series and films to delight their customer base.
Image Credit: BAPE
The pieces in the Fall/Winter 2019 drop include basic silhouettes – from t-shirts and crewnecks to hoodies. Each garment is co-branded and showcases a playful graphic that nods to the anime’s characters, as well as the streetwear company’s Baby Milo. The clothing is offered in subdued colors.
The BAPE x Dragon Ball Super: Broly collection for the Fall/Winter 2019 season is yet another example of how streetwear brands channel the aesthetic of cult-favorite anime series and films to delight their customer base.
Image Credit: BAPE
Trend Themes
1. Cult-favorite Anime-themed Streetwear - The rise of anime-inspired streetwear collaborations presents an opportunity for fashion brands to tap into a passionate and loyal fanbase.
2. Co-branded Apparel Collections - Collaborative clothing lines between established brands and popular franchises offer an innovative way to cross-promote and reach new audiences.
3. Playful Graphics in Fashion - The incorporation of playful anime-inspired graphics in streetwear designs showcases the potential for unique and eye-catching visual storytelling in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can leverage the popularity of anime-themed streetwear to attract younger consumers and boost sales.
2. Entertainment and Media - Collaborations between anime franchises and fashion brands provide new avenues for promoting and monetizing popular animated series and films.
3. Graphic Design and Illustration - The demand for visually engaging graphics in streetwear presents opportunities for graphic designers and illustrators to create compelling artwork in the fashion industry.
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