Rolls-Royce Phantom Platino Is A Feast For The Senses

Phantom Platino continues Rolls-Royce’s exploration into fabric interiors, a story which began in 2015 with the launch of Serenity, a bespoke Phantom with a hand-painted, hand-embroidered silk interior. Phantom Platino introduces materials other than leather, an area of exploration for Rolls-Royce and a move that demonstrates a greater acceptance of alternative interior upholsteries.

The front seats of Phantom Platino are finished in leather, while those in the rear are upholstered in fabric. The tone-on-tone of Platino's interior is achieved by combining two differing fabrics; one created in an Italian mill for its durable yet luxurious appearance, the other derived from bamboo fibres.

Both materials share an original repeating pattern based on an abstract interpretation of the Spirit of Ecstasy. In the silken textile, the design is smaller and woven into the fabric. It also appears in Phantom’s Gallery, right in the occupant's line of sight, and on touchpoints such as the armrest and centre console.

The bamboo fabric is embroidered with larger icons. This more resilient material is placed on the lower elements of the interior where they will need to withstand most contact.

The same design also appears on Phantom’s dashboard timepiece. The surround is made from a 3D printed ceramic, set into an iced finish woodset.

The largest canvas in Phantom is the Starlight Headliner. Created especially for Rolls-Royce Platino, the ‘stars’ are placed to draw the eye rearwards, with shooting stars following the sweeping arc of the pattern.

Which recent bespoke Phantom strikes your fancy? Phantom Astrum with a Gallery that incorporates a brilliant-cut diamond, pear-cut sapphires, platinum and solid silver details, or Phantom Orchid that features a Gallery created by award-winning artist Helen Amy Murray?

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