Bentley’s latest bespoke creation honors history.
Born in 1896, Private Jack White enlisted in World War I from Manchester, and returned home earning the Victoria Cross for valiantly swimming across a river with a telephone wire tied around him under gunfire to rescue, equipment, an officer, and fellow soldiers. Today, his story and bravery inspires Private White V.C., a luxury fashion house that specializes in outerwear, and is steeped in English history and craftsmanship.
In collaboration with Bentley’s equally historic Mulliner coachbuilding and bespoke division, Private White V.C. and Bentley have created a new one-of-one Bentley Bentayga inspired by Private White’s story, and the heritage of both Bentley and Private White V.C. The car has already been sold to its owner from Bentley Manchester, along with a capsule collection of bespoke clothing by Private White V.C., adding beautiful heritage and bespoke craftsmanship to their closet and garage alike.
The ultra-luxe SUV is an example of the Bentley Bentayga Azure, and its stunning interior features many subtle bespoke details. Copper accents are a reference to Private White’s story, and military-inspired stitching patterns do the same. The Victoria Cross is embroidered on the seats, and the dashboard features a silhouette of the Private White V.C. factory. An embroidered bulldog on the door pockets represents the company’s unofficial mascot, as well.
The elegant exterior is finished in Dark Sapphire, with dark trims for an understated and sleek look, bringing together a beautiful bespoke configuration that honors history and showcases excellence in modern craftsmanship. With an incredible story and over a century of British heritage for both Bentley and Private White V.C., this new bespoke Bentayga is truly a special creation.
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