Brazilian Football Star Makes Stylish Entrance with Limited-Edition Sunglasses
Corinthians striker Memphis Depay turned heads as he arrived at São Paulo’s Neo Química Arena for a match against Bahia, sporting a pair of highly sought-after sunglasses. The eye-catching accessory, designed by South Korean brand GentleMonster, is a limited-edition model inspired by the iconic fighting game Tekken 8.
The sunglasses, known as Inferno CS1, pay homage to the game’s complex character, Kazuya Mishima. Gentle Monster describes the design as embodying "passion and fighting power," with its silver, goggle-like frame and striking red mirror lenses. The brand even adds, "The goggle-like silver frame has a tough, avant-garde feel and is paired with eye-catching red mirror lenses to embody passion and fighting power. The glasses come with limited packaging inspired by Kazuya’s character gloves and a fitness storage bag,".
This isn’t just a run-of-the-mill accessory; these sunglasses reflect Depay’s unique sense of style and come with a hefty price tag. Officially retailing for $3,150 (approximately R$13,000), the Inferno CS1 is currently sold out on the Gentle Monster website. Collectors seeking to own a pair often find them on platforms like eBay, where the price can soar even higher.
"Inferno CS1 is the sunglasses from the collaboration series Gentle Monster x TEKKEN 8 takes inspiration from the demonic character Kazuya from the fighting game ‘Tekken 8’, the horns in his form are transformed into unique design elements,” said the Gentle Monster.
Depay’s choice of eyewear underlines the growing influence of video games in popular culture and fashion. As gaming continues to increase in popularity globally, collaborations like this one between Gentle Monster and Tekken offer a glimpse into a future where digital worlds inspire real-world trends.
