AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® and Lay's announced their first-ever streetwear collaboration on November 4, 2026: a limited-edition capsule of two tees, a crewneck sweatshirt and a zip-up hoodie that mix the Lay's yellow bag design with AAPE's Moonface emblem and camo. AAPE's U.S. store says it launches Thursday, November 5, in limited quantities at select U.S. AAPE stores and online. AAPE hasn't published prices. Updated November 4, 2026.
This is a guide, not a review. We take the facts from AAPE's own announcement and its U.S. store's Instagram post, label what comes from other reports, and say what isn't announced. We don't sell these pieces, and Snack Trap House isn't affiliated with AAPE, A Bathing Ape, Lay's or PepsiCo.
The pieces, from AAPE's Instagram
AAPE's U.S. store posted photos of the collection on Instagram on November 4. The post is shown here through Instagram's own embed, so the images stay on Instagram and belong to AAPE. Swipe to see more pieces. The photo at the top of this page is also AAPE's, from that post, used with credit.
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At a glance
| Piece | What AAPE says |
|---|---|
| Front Bag Photo Print Tee | Premium cotton jersey in a relaxed boxy fit, with a front photo print of a Lay's chip bag, AAPE camo details and jelly print finishes |
| Back Logo Statement Tee | Boxy crewneck with a silicone front badge and chest embroidery, plus an oversized Lay's logo back print with camo sunshine rays |
| Crewneck Sweatshirt | Regular fit in French fleece, with a Lay's bag graphic on the front and "SOMEWHERE IN THE AAPE UNIVERSE" across the back shoulders. Grey and black |
| Full-Zip Hoodie | Regular fit in French fleece, with a silicone badge and embroidery on the chest and a Moonface sunburst back print. Grey and black |
Release date and where to buy
- U.S. launch: Thursday, November 5, 2026, in limited quantities at select U.S. AAPE stores and online via the link in the bio of AAPE's U.S. store Instagram account (@aapestoreus), according to its November 4 post. The profile links to us.aape.com.
- Which stores: the post says "select U.S. AAPE stores" and doesn't list them. Check AAPE's store pages.
- Prices and sizes: not listed in AAPE's announcement or in the Instagram post. AAPE's global site shows Hong Kong dollars by default.
- Collection page: AAPE's announcement links to aape.com/collections/aape-x-lays.
- Quantities: AAPE calls it limited edition and doesn't say how many pieces there are.
What's reported about China
Taiwan streetwear retailer KIKS reports, and AAPE hasn't confirmed, that the collection debuted at AAPE's Shanghai flagship store on October 16, 2026, and went on sale from October 23 at designated AAPE stores and online in China. KIKS lists prices from RMB 499 to RMB 1,099: the back-print tee at RMB 499, the front-print tee at RMB 559, the crewneck at RMB 959 (black) or RMB 1,059 (grey), and the zip hoodie at RMB 999 (black) or RMB 1,099 (grey). It says Taiwan dates aren't announced yet. Treat these as one retailer's report until AAPE confirms them. Source: KIKS.
What isn't known yet
- U.S. prices (the RMB prices above are not U.S. prices)
- Which U.S. stores carry it and how many pieces each gets
- Release dates outside the U.S. and China
- Whether the online store ships outside the U.S.
We'll update this page when AAPE or Lay's publishes more. Before you buy, check dates, sizes and prices on AAPE's own website or its store pages.
Sources: AAPE's AAPE x LAY'S announcement (November 4, 2026), the AAPE U.S. store's Instagram post for the U.S. launch, and the KIKS report for the China details.
If you like Lay's
We don't sell the collab, but we deliver imported Lay's flavors the same day across the Phoenix metro and ship worldwide. Lay's Kobe Steak (Taiwan) and Lay's Thailand Max Ghost Pepper Chips were in stock on November 4. Stock rotates, so check the product pages, and see more on our exotic snacks page.
For brand PR teams
Send releases, embargo dates and approved images to info@snacktraphouse.com. Our press and media kit explains how we cover drops and how to send product.
FAQ
What is the AAPE x Lay's collab?
AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® and Lay's announced it on November 4, 2026 as their first-ever streetwear collaboration: a limited-edition capsule of two tees, a crewneck sweatshirt and a zip-up hoodie that combine the Lay's yellow bag design with AAPE's Moonface emblem and camo.
When does the AAPE x Lay's collection release?
AAPE's U.S. store says it launches Thursday, November 5, 2026, in limited quantities at select U.S. AAPE stores and online via the link in its Instagram bio. One retailer reports a China launch on October 16, with sales from October 23.
How much is the AAPE x Lay's collection?
AAPE hasn't published prices in its announcement or in its U.S. store's Instagram post. A Taiwan retailer reports prices in China from RMB 499 to RMB 1,099. Those are not U.S. prices.
What pieces are in the AAPE x Lay's collection?
Four pieces: the Front Bag Photo Print Tee, the Back Logo Statement Tee, a Crewneck Sweatshirt and a Full-Zip Hoodie. The sweatshirt and hoodie come in grey and black.
Where can I buy the AAPE x Lay's collection?
In the U.S., AAPE says select U.S. AAPE stores and online via the link in its U.S. store's Instagram bio, which points to us.aape.com. AAPE's announcement also links to its collection page at aape.com/collections/aape-x-lays.
Is the AAPE x Lay's collab available in the U.S.?
AAPE's U.S. store says it launches in the U.S. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, in limited quantities. It hasn't published U.S. prices or a list of stores.
Is AAPE the same as BAPE?
AAPE BY *A BATHING APE® is a line from A Bathing Ape, and this collaboration is credited to AAPE.
Does Snack Trap House sell the AAPE x Lay's collab?
No. We sell imported snacks and sodas, and we aren't affiliated with AAPE, A Bathing Ape, Lay's or PepsiCo. We do stock imported Lay's flavors: check our exotic snacks page for what's in stock.
Is this a review?
No. It's a guide to what AAPE announced and what has been reported, and we haven't rated anything.