The collection features two distinct motifs integrated into men’s swim trunks, tote bags, and accessory pouches. The Wave design utilizes a palette of turquoise and cobalt blue, subtly weaving silhouettes of Ponant vessels into the fabric patterns. For guests aboard the icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot, the brand has introduced the Polar Plunge design, which features a stark white line drawing of the ship set against deep navy fabric, referencing the traditional ritual of polar swimming.
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Ponant and Vilebrequin Partner on Luxury Maritime Apparel
Two French houses, luxury cruise line Ponant Explorations and swimwear brand Vilebrequin, are merging their nautical heritage through a new limited-edition collection. The partnership marks the first time Vilebrequin has collaborated with a cruise line, offering travelers exclusive designs that mirror the aesthetic of the open sea and polar expeditions.

Benoît Carassou Maillan, Chief Guest Experience & Product Officer at Ponant, described the collaboration as a synthesis of the rhythm of the waves and the brand’s own ship designs. Vilebrequin CEO Roland Herlory noted that the partnership draws from a shared commitment to French craftsmanship and the joy of sun-drenched travel. The products are manufactured using Vilebrequin’s signature OEKO-TEX certified fabrics, emphasizing durability and longevity. Guests can purchase the items exclusively in onboard boutiques across the fleet, with swim trunks retailing for approximately $375, tote bags for $195, and pouches for $145.
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