This one-off Rolls-Royce Phantom has over 1.6 lakh stitches of elegance
advertisementThe inspiration for the Phantom Dentelle came from a delicate piece of couture lace woven on a rare 'Leavers loom'. Echoing the lace's refined textures and three-dimensional floral patterns, Rolls-Royce designers brought the motif to life across the car's interior and exterior using embroidery, paint, and sculptural accents.160,000+ stitches of eleganceAt the heart of Phantom Dentelle lies its gallery, a full-width dashboard canvas unique to the Phantom, adorned with a floral artwork rendered in over 160,000 meticulously layered stitches. The embroidery incorporates eight distinct techniques in Rose Gold, Sunrise, and Oatmeal threads to mimic the soft sheen and texture of couture lace.
This lace-inspired artistry continues into the rear Waterfall section, featuring an additional 70,000 stitches. Speaker grilles finished in Rose Gold subtly harmonise with the embroidery, while the cabin is draped in Sunrise and Grace White leathers, accented by Piano White veneer and embroidered 'RR' monograms.Exterior detailing: From Pearl Motifs to Precious MetalsPhantom Dentelle's exterior features a two-tone finish of Crystal over Arctic White for the lower body and Crystal over Palais Nemasker Dawn on the upper, the latter being a bespoke hue reserved exclusively for the commissioning client. A double coachline in Sunrise culminates in a hand-painted floral motif echoing the lace theme inside.
Rolling on 22-inch fully polished disc wheels with Arctic White pinstripes, the car is crowned with a Rose Gold Spirit of Ecstasy and matching engraved treadplates, details that enhance its poised and polished aesthetic.The Phantom Dentelle is the latest masterpiece to emerge from Rolls-Royce's Private Office Dubai, an invitation-only space designed to provide elite clientele across the region with direct access to Bespoke designers and Client Experience Managers. This initiative brings the Rolls-Royce design atelier experience beyond Goodwood, offering an intimate setting for crafting truly unique motor cars.
Revealed during the brand's 130th anniversary year, each detail is a testament to over a century of craftsmanship, elevated through modern innovation.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
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