Boutique on Celebrity Solstice to be exclusive source of first-ever 86-cut diamond

MIAMI, July 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- This year's most eagerly-awaited cruise ship -- Celebrity Solstice -- just added another first to its series of exceptional offerings: A 10-sided diamond cut for the first time, and available exclusively on Celebrity Solstice. Aptly named the Solstice Diamond, the patented gem's 86 facets create a visible, distinguishing star pattern even more sparkling than the familiar 58-facet brilliant-cut diamond.

Sourced from conflict-free stones mined in Canada, the Solstice Diamond was created by UK-based Harding Brothers, who will manage the retail shops onboard. Mounted in hand-created settings and in varying sizes for rings, pendants and earrings, no two pieces will be alike.

The diamonds will be available in Celebrity Solstice's luxurious 'Boutique C,' one of 18 shops spanning three decks and 6,500 square feet onboard the ship.

'Celebrity Solstice's boutique areas have been designed to reflect the stylish and authentic ambience our guests will find throughout the ship,' said Celebrity's Vice President of Hotel Operations Lisa Lutoff-Perlo. 'Each shop will have its own distinct look, feel and, in some cases, even aroma. It will be a phenomenal collection of sights, sounds, styles and scents.'

In addition to the high-end Boutique C, Celebrity Solstice's retail venues include:

The Lawn Club Shop

The refreshing aroma of freshly-cut grass will welcome guests in Celebrity Solstice's Lawn Club Shop, with golf-oriented merchandise, wine-related items, and a casual, contemporary resort line designed by Bobby Chan, whose apparel highlights pro shops and lifestyle specialty stores around the world. The shop also will feature a 'grass'-soled flip-flop sold exclusively on Celebrity Solstice.

The Showcase

Sparkling glass works from around the world will be the focus of The Showcase, where guests can purchase creations such as those found at The Corning Museum of Glass, whose alliance with Celebrity led to the industry's first Hot Glass Show and Studio on Celebrity Solstice. Among the brands 'showcased' are Mats Jonasson, Kosta Boda and Steuben.