Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Oceania Cruises, the leading destination-focused and culinary cruise line, unveiled the first of many exciting upgrades coming to its 1,250-passenger ships, Marina and Riviera: a new generation of Owner's Suites exclusively decorated by Ralph Lauren Home.
“The Owner’s Suites, furnished exclusively with Ralph Lauren Home, are distinctive and truly iconic elements of our brand. As always, we are looking for ways to enhance the guest experience, and so we took this opportunity to reimagine these suites to offer our guests a completely new experience. Everything is new, from the furnishings to the art selection, so that guests feel as if they are sailing aboard the world’s most glamorous yachts or living in a luxurious estate,” said Bob Binder, President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.
With Ralph Lauren's signature color palette, the suites shimmer in shades of navy, white, cream, and camel. Fabrics and upholstery are a mix of solids and stripes, accented with metallic, silver, and gold. Attention to detail is paramount, so much so that the rooms exude an atmosphere that could only be the work of Ralph Lauren. Details like the red, white, and blue striped fabric chosen for the outdoor cushions on the suites' verandas reflect Lauren's role as "America's designer" and recall his work restoring the American flag at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.
Guests will arrive at their brand-new suite through a stunning foyer featuring a limestone floor with black cabochons, Georgia wood walls, and a bar crafted from mahogany and quartzite. Spacious and airy, this grand room boasts spectacular ocean views through expansive windows draped in Ralph Lauren Grimaldi Weave fabric, along with an ebony piano perfect for creating unforgettable moments in the suite. The elegant sitting area features a new suede corner sofa, complemented by navy cushions and a mahogany Lounge Moderne chair upholstered in the striking navy and white Super-Yacht Stripe fabric.
The dining room's centerpiece is the Mayfair table, illuminated by a new Barrett Knurled chandelier. The master suite has been given a completely new look thanks to a new Cote D'Azure king-size bed, elegant Mayfair Bergere side chairs upholstered in Sutton Suede Doe, and striking lighting details with nickel accents. Finally, the wraparound teak decks feature elegant pieces custom-designed by Ralph Lauren Home for Oceania Cruises.
Designed by Los Angeles-based interior designer Trevor R. Howells, the Owner's Suites reflect Ralph Lauren's passions for sailing, Hollywood glamour, and classic, timeless beauty. “The Ralph Lauren Home furnishings, lighting, fabrics, and accessories, along with the art selection, have been carefully curated to highlight the blend of modern luxury and timeless style that has always defined the legendary American brand,” said the designer and Ralph Lauren alumnus.
Howells has specifically selected the furnishings to highlight the unique presence and design of Ralph Lauren Home, which transcends the standardized world. Using fabrics like the iconic nautical stripes and pieces such as the signature Clivedon carved chairs, along with the Pall Mall cocktail table, the Owner's Suites at Marina and Riviera will exude the joy of travel, the thrill of adventure, and imbue guests with impeccable Ralph Lauren style.
The new Owner's Suites will debut on the Riviera ship in April 2019 and on Marina in May 2020. More details about additional enhancements and improvements to the guest experience on board will be revealed in early 2019.
