1998, France win their first world title, and that very same year, an urban legend starts to spread around a newborn who would someday bring that title home again. Ahead of the prestigious 2022 World Cup, Oakley recognises who this champion is and creates a Signature Series collection to celebrate him.
OakleyHand-selected by Mbappé, the Oakley Deadbolt sunglass frame was picked to merge the worlds of sport, tech and style.
The Deadbolt's distinctive and contemporary black and gold colourway draws inspiration from the coveted Ballon D'Or award, with a Satin Black frame made from premium titanium material to balance lightweight comfort and sophistication off the pitch.
Oakley"Launching this collection is a dream come true, and the timing could not be better," said Mbappé. "When I first joined Team Oakley, we spoke about the ways in which we wanted to bring our shared desire to inspire the next generation to life over the course of our partnership. My hope is that this first collection will do just that by reminding young people everywhere that the world's best athletes and musicians and artists all started with a dream."
OakleyAs an ode to both Mbappé's birth year and the year his country won the World Cup as host nation, only 1998 units of this limited-edition Signature Series Deadbolt will be available for purchase.
Kylian Mbappé x Oakley Signature Series Deadbolt price & how to buy
The Kylian Mbappé Signature Series Deadbolt is now available on Oakley.com and in select Oakley retail stores worldwide. Here's a closer look at the limited edition sunglasses: