BAPE® opens a new chapter in its presence in Italy, choosing 3A as its partner for wholesale distribution across the country. The first launch took place on 12 June at Maison Operative in Bari, an independent boutique that has become a reference point for the streetwear scene in Southern Italy. A debut that confirms the Japanese brand’s commitment to physical retail and to local communities, creating authentic connections between global brands and local players.

The project will continue in October with a second stop at Boysloft in Brescia, as part of a selective distribution strategy designed to strengthen BAPE®’s presence in Italy through a network of qualified retail partners. For 3A, this collaboration is a further step in developing international brands on the Italian market, with an approach built around quality of distribution, retail culture and long-term value.