ROLLS-ROYCE UNVEILS BESPOKE SPECTRE IN “VELVET ORCHID” AT THE RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW
As London’s elite mingle among blossoms and botanicals at the iconic RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has turned heads in a way only the world’s most prestigious automotive marque can - by unveiling an utterly bespoke Spectre finished in a lush new hue called Velvet Orchid, with a hand-painted Peony Pink Coachline that adds a subtle, artistic flourish to the electric super coupé's sweeping lines. This one-off commission draws direct inspiration from its namesake flower, the Velvet Orchid - a rare bloom admired for its decadent colour, exotic allure, and tactile richness. It’s a car that doesn’t just whisper luxury, it inhales it. In a setting where nature is celebrated at its most refined, the Spectre stands not in contrast but in perfect harmony.
“As the British Season begins, we’re delighted to unveil a truly distinctive expression of Spectre in the heart of Chelsea. Finished in Velvet Orchid with a Peony Pink Coachline, this commission reflects the quiet confidence and refined beauty that resonate with our clients and define our marque,” said Boris Weletzky, Regional Director for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in the United Kingdom, Europe, and Central Asia. “Much like the rare flower that inspired it, this Spectre is the result of time, care and craftsmanship - a celebration of patience, precision, and individuality.”
Rolls-Royce’s relationship with floral inspiration isn’t new. Nature has long played muse to the brand’s bespoke artisans. From the intricately detailed Phantom Cherry Blossom, with its Sakura-inspired embroidery, to the Daisy Cullinan - a whimsical, sunny expression of personal luxury - the marque has consistently used floral themes to craft emotionally resonant, tailor-made commissions. This Velvet Orchid Spectre continues that tradition, reinforcing that each Rolls-Royce is more than just a vehicle - it’s a canvas. A personal, hand-built expression of its owner’s character, lifestyle, and, in this case, love of nature.
There’s no better backdrop for this reveal than the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, an event that has blossomed into one of the most prestigious fixtures on Britain’s social and cultural calendar. First staged in 1913 by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), the show has been hosted annually on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, barring interruptions during the two World Wars. This year’s edition saw the usual blend of horticultural artistry, royal appearances, and high-society charm, with show gardens designed by some of the world’s leading landscape visionaries. Past highlights include:
The first-ever All-Female Garden Design Collective in 2021
The debut of Diana’s Memorial Garden
And even a Space Age Garden celebrating the UK’s role in cosmic exploration.
In this world of curated perfection, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Spectre doesn't just fit in - it flourishes.
IN FULL BLOOM: THE BESPOKE SPECTRE
Exterior Colour: Velvet Orchid – a deep, luxurious shade echoing the rare bloom
Coachline: Hand-painted in Peony Pink, a nod to timeless floral elegance
Inspiration: Nature, craftsmanship, individuality
Event: RHS Chelsea Flower Show, London
Positioning: Not just a car, but a rolling botanical tribute
Whether it's parked at the entrance or quietly charging in the shade of a centuries-old oak, this Velvet Orchid Spectre isn’t just a head-turner - it’s a heart-stopper. At an event where beauty is measured in petals and precision, Rolls-Royce has once again proven it understands the language of luxury like no other.
Take a look at the YouTube video that sadly doesn't show the beast of a Rolls-Royce Spectre in the bespoke shade of Velvet Orchid, but instead the car that it is before the special paint was added by the pros in the customisation department at the British coachbuilder. So just imagine this car in pink...: Black Badge Spectre | The Most Powerful Rolls-Royce Ever | Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
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