adidas Originals and BAPE® have reunited for another groundbreaking partnership. This time, the two iconic brands have taken the 2000s-inspired Orketro silhouette and given it a bold and fresh makeover.
Designed in the heart of Tokyo, the BAPE® Orketro sneaker is a testament to the influence BAPE® has had on pop culture over the years. The collaborative look is a perfect blend of adidas Originals’ sporty aesthetic and BAPE®’s signature style, creating a sneaker that is both visually striking and undeniably cool.
One of the most eye-catching features of the BAPE® Orketro sneaker is the contrasting three stripes on the left shoe, which are juxtaposed with the iconic BAPE STA™ on the right shoe. This unique design choice not only adds a touch of asymmetry to the sneaker, but also pays homage to the rich history of both brands.
The upper of the BAPE® Orketro sneaker is a masterful mix of mesh and enamel leather, with the signature BAPE STA™ Y2K colorway taking center stage. The overlay also features a 1ST LINE CAMO update, adding a touch of BAPE®’s iconic camouflage pattern to the mix. Throughout the sneaker, co-branded “A Bathing Ape®” and adidas Originals details punctuate the look and finish it off in style.
Inspired by the bold color palettes of the Y2K era, the BAPE® Orketro sneaker comes in three distinct colorways. The first two are dynamic make-ups, one featuring a vibrant combination of yellow, blue, white and green, while the other features a tonal purple upper with crisp white accents. The third colorway, exclusive to BAPE®, showcases a sleek tonal black upper with a clean white midsole.
Each pair of BAPE® Orketro sneakers comes in a custom co-branded box, complete with a blue mesh bag that adds a touch of exclusivity to the package.
The BAPE® Orketro sneaker is set to release on November 23rd, 2024 and will be available at Confirmed, select retailers and on bape.com.
