AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® UNVEILS
HIGH-IMPACT FW26 COLLABORATION
WITH KOREAN STREETWEAR INNOVATORS
NOMANUAL
A gritty, urban exploration of desert dust, muted tones, and utilitarian grit
– fusing Japanese streetwear legacy with Seoul’s cutting-edge contemporary edge.
AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® is proud to announce its monumental Fall/Winter 2026 collaboration with renowned Korean contemporary brand NOMANUAL. Fusing AAPE’s iconic street heritage with NOMANUAL’s distinct architectural minimalism and subcultural attitude, the collection delivers a rugged, earth-toned capsule built for the modern urban nomad.
THE COLLECTION: DUST, DEPTH, AND UTILITY
Rooted in a stark desert-military aesthetic, the AAPE × NOMANUAL FW26 collection steps away from traditional loud neon palettes, leaning instead into desaturated stone greys, washed charcoals, deep midnight blacks, and distressed earth camo. The lineup is engineered for raw functionality and uncompromising style.
Key outerwear pieces include structured multi-pocket technical jackets, heavy-duty zip-up hoodies featuring dual-branded hardware, and insulated down outerwear treated with weathered, dust-washed finishes.
DESIGN PHILOSOPHY & VISUAL NARRATIVE
The campaign visuals, captured against stark, atmospheric desert dunes, reflect an ethos of endurance
and modern escapism. Oversized flags bearing the iconic AAPE Moon Face fused with NOMANUAL's
subtle industrial typography anchor the collection's rebellious narrative.
“The campaign visuals, captured against stark, atmospheric desert dunes, reflect an ethos of endurance and modern escapism. Oversized flags bearing the iconic AAPE Moon Face fused with NOMANUAL's subtle industrial typography anchor the collection's rebellious narrative. “ AAPE.
EXCLUSIVE PROMOTION
FREE AAPE X NOMANUAL COINS BAG upon any single purchase of a designated amount on selected items. In-store only, while supplies last.
AVAILABILITY
The AAPE × NOMANUAL FW26 Collection will be available officially starting October 2026 at selective AAPE stores and online via AAPE.COM by batches.
ABOUT AAPE BY *A BATHING APE®
A BATHING APE®’s creative vision has never ceased to push the boundaries of street fashion. Debuting in Spring/Summer 2012, AAPE BY A BATHING APE® (reads A-A-P-E) was established as a dynamic, high-energy diffusion line tailored for the next generation of streetwear enthusiasts.
Focused on clean, lightweight, and versatile designs, AAPE delivers everyday fashion essentials that balance modern comfort with high-impact street aesthetics. At the core of the brand’s visual identity is the AAPE Moonface logo—a streamlined, rounded reinterpretation of A BATHING APE®’s legendary ape head, engineered to leave an unmistakable impression at first glance.
ABOUT NOMANUAL
NOMANUAL is a Seoul-based launched in 2017. Driven by an endless pursuit of design exploration. We strive to create innovative outcomes. Our vision is to bring together diverse products, each with its own unique character, to form a cohesive narrative.
