Owning a Spectre – the first fully electric Rolls-Royce in modern times – is already something very exclusive. Nevertheless, an owner in the USA chose to make his (or her… Rolls-Roye does not reveal) Spectre even more exclusive with the services of the Bespoke division.
The extraordinary and exquisite highlight of this one-of-one Spectre called Lunaflair is the remarkable holographic paint finish that creates a captivating ‘rainbow’ effect. Inspired by a lunar halo, where light refracts through ice particles in cirrus clouds, the effect creates a brilliant, ethereal technicolour ring around the moon. The bespoke holographic paint captures this phenomenon.
Capturing this phenomenon in a Bespoke paint finish required more than one year of experimentation. The paint chemistry, application timings, and base coat were extensively trialled in order to meet the client’s concept.
The final finish is achieved by applying 7 layers of lacquer, including a specially formulated pearlescent coat, infused with fine flakes of magnesium fluoride and aluminium. This creates a deep metallic effect under low light that bursts into rainbow technicolour in bright sunshine.
The paint is reserved exclusively for the owner. No one else will be offered the same colour or formulation.
The dramatic coachwork is complemented by a fully Bespoke interior. It includes Navy Blue, White, and Peony Pink tones, recalling the spectrum of hues that can be witnessed during a lunar halo. The colour scheme appears on the seats, doors and the Starlight Headliner. This theme is also carried onto the dual-tone steering wheel, with a Navy Blue outer and an Arctic White inner side.
“We are constantly astounded by the diversity of ideas that inform our clients’ Bespoke concepts, which frequently draw inspiration from materials, finishes and themes they see in other commissions,” said Martina Starke, Head of Bespoke Design.
“Spectre Lunaflair is the perfect example of this, exploring the ethereal beauty of a lunar halo and sparked by the client after witnessing a paint finish on another Bespoke motor car. This symbiotic relationship and cross-pollination of ideas is fostering a ‘virtuous circle’ of innovation and creativity, which is incredibly important to our team of Bespoke designers, as we focus on delivering unparalleled value to those who entrust us with their vision,” she said.