The Emirates mock-up of a diamond encrusted on board lounge. Courtesy Emirates
The Emirates mock-up of a diamond encrusted on board lounge. Courtesy Emirates
The Emirates mock-up of a diamond encrusted on board lounge. Courtesy Emirates
The Emirates mock-up of a diamond encrusted on board lounge. Courtesy Emirates

After Emirates' bling 777, here's the 'diamond'-covered A380 onboard lounge


Ian Oxborrow
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Emirates often adorns the exterior of its aircraft with wondrous artwork.

Last year, it showed off what appeared to be the most awe-inspiring livery of all – a crystal-encrusted jet named the Bling 777.

It was only a work of art and not the real thing, but it looked fantastic nonetheless.

Now the Dubai airline has gone down the spangly route once again.

This time, it has taken the jewels inside the plane with the "Diamond" A380 onboard lounge.

Emirates shared the image, created by artist Sara Shakeel, across its social media pages.

The image shows the Airbus A380's trademark horseshoe-shaped bar with the seating along the sides of the cabin inspired by private yacht cabins.

The diamonds cover the seating and tables and wrap around the windows and bar area where shades of cream and touches of woods are normally seen.

Social media users liked the concept, with Twitter users likening it to a nightclub.

Ms Shakeel is a dentist-turned-artist from Pakistan who has more than 850,000 followers on Instagram.

Her sparkly artwork includes turning world landmarks such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Chicago skyline into glittery visuals.

She also superimposes crystals and diamonds on to everyday items such as coffee cups, bathtubs and even animals.

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Airbus A380 special livery history

  • Emirates is ramping up operations via its A380 jets to meet travel demands. Photo: AP
    Emirates is ramping up operations via its A380 jets to meet travel demands. Photo: AP
  • The A380 is the world's largest passenger jet. Photo: Getty Images
    The A380 is the world's largest passenger jet. Photo: Getty Images
  • Emirates is the world's biggest A380 customer and offers shower spas and an upper-deck lounge for premium passengers. Photo: Emirates
    Emirates is the world's biggest A380 customer and offers shower spas and an upper-deck lounge for premium passengers. Photo: Emirates
  • Emirates A380 economy class. Photo: Emirates
    Emirates A380 economy class. Photo: Emirates
  • Inside Emirates new A380 Premium Economy cabin. Courtesy Emirates
    Inside Emirates new A380 Premium Economy cabin. Courtesy Emirates
  • The Emirates super jumbo is known for its luxury. Photo: Emirates
    The Emirates super jumbo is known for its luxury. Photo: Emirates
  • The grand staircase on an Emirates airline Airbus A380. Photo: AP
    The grand staircase on an Emirates airline Airbus A380. Photo: AP
  • A custom A380 livery dedicated to Dubai’s Museum of the Future. Photo: Emirates
    A custom A380 livery dedicated to Dubai’s Museum of the Future. Photo: Emirates
  • The United for Wildlife Emirates A380 before its first flight to London. Photo: Emirates
    The United for Wildlife Emirates A380 before its first flight to London. Photo: Emirates
  • The Emirates Year of Zayed A380 makes a scenic landing in Hong Kong. Photo: Emirates
    The Emirates Year of Zayed A380 makes a scenic landing in Hong Kong. Photo: Emirates
  • The Emirates FA Cup branded A380. Photo: Emirates
    The Emirates FA Cup branded A380. Photo: Emirates