Nigo's fashion brand BAPE is bringing back plenty of early 2000s style with the release of its latest signature skate shoes.
The brand recently introduced the new collection under the theme "The Street Athletics: BAPE FLIP STA," combining skateboarding and hip hop influences with the outdoor athletic fashion that was popular during the era.
According to BAPE, the latest colorways take inspiration from iconic outdoor athletic apparel from the 2000s.
The collection blends that classic look with the company's signature streetwear style, giving skaters a design that feels nostalgic while still fitting today's street fashion.
The new shoe continues one of BAPE's most recognizable sneaker lines with color combinations that pair well with loose denim, oversized tees, cargo pants, and other styles that have made a strong comeback in recent years.
Skateboarding has always had a close connection with streetwear, and BAPE continues to celebrate that relationship through collections like this one.
While many skate shoe brands focus on performance or technical details, this collection leans into style and the influence that skate and hip hop culture have shared for decades.
Core heads who have been following BAPE over the years will likely appreciate the throwback inspiration, especially those who remember the outdoor athletic fashion that helped shape streetwear during the early 2000s.
At the same time, younger sneaker collectors get a fresh option that fits today's fashion while paying respect to that era.
The new signature skate shoes became available beginning June 20, 2026. They can be purchased at BAPE STORE locations and through the brand's official online store while supplies last.
BAPE Posted:
"The Street Athletics: BAPE® FLIP STA
Rooted in the heavy influence of skate and hip-hop culture, the new FLIP STA colorways draw inspiration from the 2000s iconic outdoor athletic gear to bring raw nostalgia to the streets.
Available starting June 20, 2026, at BAPE STORE® and US.BAPE.COM."