The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has partnered with Colombian luxury fashion designer Johanna Ortiz which will see the artist’s custom prints and textiles take over the Pool Deck and Observation Terrace of the luxury yacht, Ilma, for a limited time.
Launching during Ilma’s Winter 2026 season in the Caribbean and continuing through the yacht’s Summer 2026 season in the Mediterranean, the collaboration reflects a shared philosophy of travel as an emotional, sensory experience grounded in beauty, discovery, and meaningful connection. As the 448-passenger superyacht sails through sun-soaked islands and storied coastlines, Decks 9 and 10 become a natural extension of the destinations guests encounter ashore.
“Johanna Ortiz brings an unmistakable point of view that embodies culture, emotion, and beauty in motion,” said Gaby Aiguesvives, Chief Marketing Officer of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
“The brand’s vision aligns naturally with how we curate our voyages, where thoughtful design and storytelling enhance every moment on board. This collaboration invites guests to experience life at sea through a fashion-led lens that feels effortless and authentic.”
Ortiz’s designs have long been influenced by her Latin heritage and enduring passion for storytelling.
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A Designer’s Vision, Reimagined at Sea
The takeover is anchored by Tropical Exuberance, Johanna Ortiz’s custom prints, inspired by the expressive abundance of Caribbean flora and the natural landscapes that shaped the designer’s early years. Two distinct upper-deck environments will feature signature La Rumba and La Siesta prints.
On Deck 10, Ilma’s Pool Deck, La Rumba evokes the lively pulse of the Caribbean Sea through layered shades of deep blue. Music, laughter, and long days shared together set the tone as the space welcomes Ortiz’s signature blend of Latin romance and tropical elegance to the yacht’s main pool and bar, creating a relaxed setting for gathering.
On Deck 9, The Observation Terrace, La Siesta offers a quieter expression of luxury, rendered in rich tropical greens. Inspired by palms, foliage, and landscapes where life grows generously, the intimate lounge invites guests into a sense of stillness and restoration, a peaceful retreat for late-day repose, conversation, and reflection as the horizon stretches on.
The takeover brings the essence of the Johanna Ortiz world on board, creating spaces that move fluidly between social energy and intentional pause.
“This collaboration speaks to a shared way of living. A community that embraces travel as a journey of discovery, where nature, connection, and the pleasure of being present come together in the decks of Ilma,” says Johanna Ortiz.
Extending beyond textiles and atmosphere, considered details are woven throughout the guest experience. A curated offering of select cocktails and mocktails is available at the bars in both takeover areas, drawing from Ortiz’s favourite botanicals and coastal flavours. Tropical fruits, aromatic herbs, and subtle floral notes come together in a sensory invitation to savour the moment.
A curated assortment of Ortiz’s ready-to-wear pieces is also available in the onboard boutique, extending the collaboration into a complete lifestyle expression.