BAPE Lands In Chi-Town

It’s been almost 10 years since I left NIGO’s former SoHo workshop, yet everywhere I go, I’m still recognized as “Mr. BAPE.” I’m not going to hold you, the love feels amazing because it proves that my time at the shop wasn’t in vain. The fact that I can touch so many people’s lives (pause) by simply being myself is truly a gift from the Creator.  Speaking of gifts, the iconic Japanese streetwear brand has blessed staunch BAPE heads all over Chicago with their very own flagship store!

Located at 113 E Oak Street, BAPE’s first Chicago store welcomes shoppers from Mondays to Saturdays between 10am - 7pm and Sundays between Noon - 5pm. Just like BAPE in New York, the Chicago shop will have its own camo.  The brand recruited none other than Chi-City’s don himself, Don C, as the current star of the Chicago camo campaign. Products from the line include signature pieces like hoodies, tees and trinkets in the blue and red colors of the Chicago flag and features the BAPE theater sign graphic as an ode to the theater’s infamous theater signage. 

As part of the BAPE Chicago store opening, the brand will also collaborate with local creatives to celebrate their contributions to the community. Check out some flashy flicks from the new shop below:

While you’re at it, click the pic below to purchase items from my OMO merch collection: