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Car and Driver
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
Rolls-Royce Phantom Dentelle Is Adorned with Delicate Embroidery
Rolls-Royce has revealed another bespoke one-off, the Phantom Dentelle, which was commissioned as a present for the buyer's father. The Dentelle has two-tone bodywork, pairing Arctic White with a unique Palais Nemasker Dawn hue and a thin coachline that includes a depiction of a leafy plant. The floral imagery appears again on the dashboard and between the rear seats, embroidered with intricate, multi-layered stitching. Did you forget Father's Day this year and feel guilty about it? Well, get ready to feel even worse, because the latest one-off Rolls-Royce was commissioned by a client from the Middle East as a gift to their father. The bespoke creation, called the Rolls-Royce Phantom Dentelle, draws specific inspiration from a couture lace piece that bore three-dimensional floral designs. Rolls-Royce The Phantom's upright, distinguished bodywork wears a two-tone paint job, with the lower section finished in Crystal over Arctic White and the upper body painted Crystal over Palais Nemasker Dawn, an exclusive hue. A delicate coachline runs from the grille to the taillights on each side and is mirrored by a white coachline along the hood and after the rear doors. Above the rear wheel, the main coachline, which is finished in the color Sunrise, is interrupted by an intricate, hand-painted depiction of a leafy branch. The 22-inch disc wheels feature a center cap with a body-colored ring, and the Pantheon grille hosts a Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament in rose gold. Rolls-Royce Open the doors and step over rose gold engraved sill plates, and you'll find a mix of leather upholstery in Sunrise and Grace White. But the real focus is on the dashboard, where what Rolls-Royce calls the "Gallery," the space ahead of the front passenger, displays an ornate embroidered image of flowers, with Rolls-Royce using a series of different stitch techniques and thread densities to create a layered, three-dimensional look. The dashboard artwork consists of over 160,000 stitches. Rolls-Royce The rear passengers get their own masterpiece, with another set of elegant flowers adorning the section between the rear seats, requiring 70,000 stitches. Mirroring the hood ornament, the speaker grilles are finished in rose gold, and there are Rolls-Royce logos on the headrests. There's no word on how much the Phantom Dentelle costs, but we imagine it is quite a bit more than the Phantom's $517,750 base price. Regardless, the one-off creation is a beautiful reminder that the toolset you bought Dad for Father's Day isn't going to cut it, at least not when you've got millions of dollars in the bank. Caleb Miller Associate News Editor Caleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.
TimesLIVE
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
One-of-a-kind Rolls-Royce Phantom Dentelle is inspired by couture lace
A filigree lace-like base — a unique style of jewellery invented in the Middle East — forms a triple-run stitch, creating a mesh structure intertwined with satin stitch that shapes the floral elements with a silk-like sheen, while raised accents echo the original pearl details. In total, the piece comprises more than 160,000 stitches. A waterfall section between the rear seats continues the shimmering floral theme with a delicate embroidery echoing the botanical detail and comprising about 70,000 stitches. The speaker grilles of the Phantom are also finished in rose gold, complementing the embroidery tones. The interior is completed with Sunrise and Grace white leathers, embroidered 'RR' monograms on the front and rear headrests and a Piano white veneer. The Phantom Dentelle's exterior is presented in a two-tone finish, the lower body in Crystal over arctic white and the upper body in Crystal over Palais nemasker dawn — a colour reserved for the commissioning client's exclusive use. A hand-painted motif of a leafy branch with pearl 'berries' reflects the artwork theme inside. The car rides on 22" fully polished disc wheels with body-coloured centres and Arctic white centre pinstripes. The polished Pantheon grille is crowned with the Spirit of Ecstasy in rose gold; as are the engraved treadplates.
NDTV
a day ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Rolls-Royce Phantom Dentelle: One-Off Luxury Vehicle With Hand-Made Elements
Rolls-Royce has unveiled a custom-made iteration of the Phantom called the Dentelle. The word "Dentelle" is the French word for lace. The car features handmade couture lace with over 160,000 stitches. It gets a floral coachline motif to comply with the preferences of a client's father. It has been commissioned by a wealthy consumer from the Middle East as a gift for their father. Curated through the brand's exclusive Private Office in Dubai, the Phantom Dentelle drew inspiration from high-fashion lace. The fabric showcases three-dimensional floral designs and intricate details that resemble the delicate shape of pearls, influencing both the interior and exterior designs. Also Read: Land Rover's Darkest Defender Gets 626 HP- Still Not Enough To Beat Urus SE? In developing this commission, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke designers crafted a floral arrangement inspired by haute couture lace. To capture the textures of petals, ferns, and lace, the embroidery incorporates a variety of stitching techniques, thread densities, and color blends, including Rose Gold, Sunrise, and Oatmeal. A delicate lace-like foundation featuring a triple-run stitch establishes the intricate mesh framework. Over this structure, satin stitch outlines floral designs, while elevated embellishments reflect the original pearl accents. This piece is composed of more than 160,000 stitches layered through eight different techniques. The speaker grilles are finished in Rose Gold. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' Interior Trim Center points out that the intricate embroidery in both the Gallery and the rear Waterfall area is exceptionally detailed. It is crafted to replicate the sheen of pearls and to reflect light as one moves around the luxury sedan, especially as sunlight changes while driving. Most of the interior surfaces are upholstered in leather shades of Sunrise and Grace White. The space is completed with Piano White veneer and embroidered "RR" monograms on both the front and rear headrests, creating a lounge-like atmosphere. The car features a bespoke two-tone paint job. The lower portion is painted in Crystal over Arctic White, while the upper part is finished in Crystal over Palais Nemaskar Dawn, a color exclusively reserved for Phantom vehicles commissioned by a customer from the Middle East. The Phantom Dentelle is equipped with 22-inch Fully Polished Disc wheels that have body-colored centers and Arctic White center pinstripes. The Spirit of Ecstasy mascot, adorned in Rose Gold, perches atop a polished Pantheon Grille. Additionally, the bespoke engraved treadplates are also accented in Rose Gold. The vehicle maintains the standard powertrain, which means it is powered by the 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine, generating 563 horsepower and 900 Nm of torque. This luxury sedan can accelerate from 0 to 96 kmph in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 250 kmph.
India Today
a day ago
- Automotive
- India Today
This one-off Rolls-Royce Phantom has over 1.6 lakh stitches of elegance
Rolls-Royce has revealed the Phantom Dentelle, a one-of-one bespoke creation that celebrates the art of handmade lace through an extraordinary fusion of craftsmanship, design, and personalisation. Commissioned by a Middle Eastern client as a heartfelt gift for their father, this exquisite Phantom was curated through Rolls-Royce's exclusive Private Office Dubai. 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' 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 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 to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Auto Blog
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
One-Off Rolls-Royce Phantom Dentelle Draws Inspiration From A Machine Invented In 1813
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Dentelle Is Inspired By Lace Rolls-Royce has just unveiled a new one-off creation based on its biggest sedan. Called the Phantom Dentelle, the unique build was commissioned by a Dubai-based customer who wanted to give their father a gift they couldn't get anywhere else. The car is described as 'an homage to the exquisite handmade lace used in some of the world's leading haute couture ateliers, specifically lace made using a rare Leavers loom.' Previous Pause Next Unmute 0:09 / 0:09 Full screen Meet the ultimate Audi RS 6 Avant: Only 85 are coming to the U.S. Watch More This machine was first made in 1813, and from 1841, it was capable of making lace with pattern, net, and outline. Finding one is extremely unusual because the cost of producing one is not typically justified by the money that can be made from its products, so it's an ideal source of inspiration for a one-off RR. Rolls-Royce's Embroiderers Have Been Busy The Phantom's 'Gallery,' or dashboard, features a floral composition inspired by lace, with the embroidery layers using multiple stitching techniques, thread densities, and tones, including Rose Gold, Sunrise, and Oatmeal. It's a highly complex process that requires extremely fine craftsmanship, but the end result looks multi-dimensional and realistically evokes images of petals, ferns, and, of course, lacework. In total, this piece alone is made up of over 160,000 stitches. A similar floral theme appears on the 'Waterfall,' or rear-seat center console, and this took another 70,000 stitches or so. With Sunrise and Grace White leathers offset by Rose Gold speaker grilles and Piano White veneers, it's a special place to sit, but not one you'd want to eat a chocolate ice cream in. Hand-Painted Exterior With One-Off Paint As a one-off, the Phantom Dentelle wears paint from Rolls-Royce's Bespoke department. The two-tone finish comprises Crystal over Arctic White paint for the lower half of the body and Crystal over Palais Nemasker Dawn for the top, with the latter color exclusively available to the commissioning customer – no matter how deep your pockets are, this color will never be repeated for anyone else. A final flourish to the body is the hand-painted double coachline in Sunrise, which includes a motif of a leafy branch with pearl 'berries.' Of course, the Pantheon grille couldn't be left unaltered on a project such as this, so it's been polished and topped with a Rose Gold Spirit of Ecstasy mascot. The same metal is found in the engraved treadplates, while the wheels are 22-inch fully polished disc wheels with body-colored centers with Arctic White pinstripes. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Overall, it's certainly a unique look that won't necessarily have broad appeal, but that is partly the point with rare commissions. Rolls-Royce's Bespoke department says inspiration can come from anywhere, so if you have the scratch, Goodwood's artistes can bring your vision to life, too. About the Author Sebastian Cenizo View Profile
