Rolls-Royce and Iris van Herpen collaborate on Phantom Syntopia: a couture-inspired masterpiece

Rolls-Royce has unveiled Phantom Syntopia, the most technically complex Bespoke Phantom ever produced, with the haute couture-inspired masterpiece created in collaboration with innovative fashion designer and couturière, Iris van Herpen. With Phantom Syntopia taking its name from van Herpen's landmark 2018 collection - which was designed on the principles of biomimicry, in which art is inspired by patterns and shapes found in nature - the two companies collaborated to push the boundaries of innovation, craftsmanship and luxury. Further encapsulating van Herpen’s appreciation of the science and beauty of the natural world, the interior of the car features three-dimensional textile sculptures which capture the movement of flowing water. In this film, the fashion designer explains her creative process and the synergy between her eponymous brand and the car marque.