# Mailman-Inspired Streetwear BAPE and the United States Postal Service Drop a New Two-Piece Capsule By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-states-postal-service References: [modern-notoriety](https://www.modern-notoriety.com/usps-bape-collection-release-date/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=usps-bape-collection-release-date) & [bape](https://bape.com/) Japanese fashion label [A Bathing Ape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aape-by-a-bathing-ape-1) (BAPE) has partnered with the [United States Postal Service](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-lauren-and-usps) (USPS) to launch a two-piece clothing capsule titled the BAPE x USPS. The concise collection consists of a retro-inspired button-up shirt and a pair of USPS-themed [BAPE STA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-stadium-goods) sneakers. The new button-up draws inspiration from vintage USPS Letter Carrier uniforms and, therefore, arrives in a blue and white color scheme. In addition, it features a United States mail emblem on its left chest pocket and on its back. Meanwhile, the USPS BAPE STA comes in a red, white, and navy color scheme. What's more, the shoes' uppers feature a design taken directly from USPS Priority Mail envelopes and forms. Not only this, but the sneakers even utilize a fabric that is meant to replicate the texture and feel of mail envelopes. Image Credit: BAPE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Branded Collaborations:** Collaborations between brands with different audiences and styles can lead to unique and highly desirable products. - **Nostalgic Streetwear:** Retro-inspired designs based on vintage uniforms can be modernized and made relevant to new audiences. - **Design Inspiration From Unexpected Sources:** Everyday objects and symbols can provide interesting design inspiration for fashion and beyond. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can leverage collaborations between brands to create unique and memorable products. - **Shipping and Logistics:** Bringing the USPS brand into the spotlight through collaborations can reposition it as a cultural icon rather than just a practical service. - **Product Design:** Designers and creators can look for inspiration from everyday objects and symbols to create innovative products and designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Postal Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-lauren-and-usps.md) - [Reimagined Signature Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-alpha-industries.md) - [Fashion-Forward Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8-sta.md) - [Sophisticated Streetwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dover-street-market-ginza-capsule.md) - [Bowling-Inspired Retro Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/end-and-bape.md) - [Court-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-stadium-goods.md) - [K-Pop Playful Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-stray-kids.md) - [Refined Minimalist Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-sta.md) - [Culturally Inspired Fall-Ready Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-with-people.md)