A Bathing Ape Mens Tops & T-Shirts | Bape Tops | Selfridges

Looking for playful streetwear? Our collection of A Bathing Ape T-shirts and tops has a distinctly cool and characterful flavour. From long-sleeved jerseys to oversized vests, the Japanese brand brims with bold graphics and eye-catching block colours in easy-to-wear cuts. 

The brand’s moniker is infused with irony for its founder, Nigo. The name references the 1968 film The Planet of the Apes, but also taps into the Japanese expression, “a bathing ape in lukewarm water”. This phrase is colloquially used to describe a young person with a laissez-faire attitude and time on their hands. So it’s no surprise to see the collection lean into its laid-back aesthetic with relaxed fits and cosy cotton fabrics throughout. You’ll spot the iconic logo scattered across the range too, with chunky capitals surrounding a silhouette of the label’s primate head – often in a patterned finish to make it pop. 

On balmy days, pick a sleeveless style or a simple tee with the arresting A Bathing Ape shark graphic bearing its teeth on the front. When the temperature drops, layer up with a hoody featuring ribbing at the cuffs and hem to lock in heat. Pair your men’s A Bathing Ape top with joggers or wide-fit jeans to complete the street-ready effect.