
The BAPE 1ST CAMO COLLEGE TEE MENS in Black/Green is a quintessential A BATHING APE piece, combining the brand’s legendary 1ST CAMO pattern with its instantly recognizable College logo. Crafted from 100% cotton jersey, the tee features BAPE’s classic Ape Head surrounded by arched A BATHING APE branding, rendered in a bold rubber print across the chest. The black foundation and traditional green camouflage make this an essential piece of authentic Japanese streetwear.
Key Features
·100% cotton jersey: BAPE uses comfortable cotton jersey construction that provides a soft yet substantial feel suitable for everyday wear.
·Iconic 1ST CAMO: Features BAPE’s legendary original camouflage pattern, one of the most recognizable motifs in the brand’s history.
·Classic College graphic: The front combines the Ape Head logo with BAPE’s collegiate-style arched branding for an unmistakable streetwear look.
·Premium rubber print: BAPE confirms that the front College and Ape Head artwork uses a rubber-print application, giving the graphic a bold, defined finish.
·Black/Green colorway: The black cotton base provides a clean backdrop for the traditional green 1ST CAMO graphic.
·Classic short sleeves: Timeless crewneck construction makes the tee easy to wear by itself or underneath hoodies and jackets.
·100% Authentic: Offered as a genuine A BATHING APE product for added confidence when purchasing.
Design & Aesthetic
·Colorway: Black / Green
·The centerpiece is BAPE’s classic green 1ST CAMO Ape Head, surrounded by bold collegiate-inspired branding.
·White detailing creates additional contrast against the black foundation, helping the camouflage graphic stand out. A Black/Green version released in 2020 used this combination of green camouflage Ape Head artwork and white detailing.
·Unlike some of BAPE’s more elaborate designs, the College Tee keeps the layout simple and immediately recognizable, making it one of the easiest BAPE graphics to incorporate into an everyday rotation.
·The combination of Black, Green Camo, and White pairs naturally with both neutral sneakers and louder BAPE STA or Jordan colorways.
Material & Construction
·100% cotton
·Comfortable cotton jersey fabric
·Rubber-printed College graphic
·1ST CAMO Ape Head detailing
·Ribbed crew neckline
·Short sleeves
Fit
·Regular fit: BAPE describes the 1ST CAMO College Tee as having a regular-fit silhouette that works as either a standalone piece or layering essential.
·Official BAPE measurements for this silhouette run from S through 3XL, with lengths ranging from approximately 68 cm to 83 cm.
·Customers who prefer a roomier, oversized streetwear look may consider sizing up.
BAPE Heritage
The 1ST CAMO pattern is one of the foundational graphics of A BATHING APE, connecting modern BAPE releases back to the brand’s early Japanese streetwear heritage. Pairing that camouflage with the classic College logo creates a design that is immediately recognizable to longtime BAPE collectors while remaining accessible for anyone building a streetwear wardrobe. BAPE continues to revisit 1ST CAMO in current collections, including its Spring/Summer 2026 range.
Use Case
·Perfect for everyday streetwear, sneaker fits, concerts, travel, casual outings, and BAPE collections
·Pairs effortlessly with denim, cargos, shorts, sweatpants, or BAPE bottoms
·Looks especially strong with BAPE STA, Jordan, Nike, ASICS, New Balance, or adidas sneakers