The biggest example of this is the Black Panther’s suit, which is woven with the metal.
It’s lightweight, sleek, and bulletproof and it makes Iron Man look like a tin can.
(Something else made of Vibranium?
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Captain America’s shield.)
“The neck rings needed to have a hand-done feel,” Carter says.
“Most jewelry you see from Africa looks like someone hammered it and molded it by hand.”
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The Dora Milaje also wear elaborately beaded tabards and harnesses.
“The green was part of the river tribe that she belonged to,” Carter adds.
The shoulder mantle is inspired by Victorian ruffs, while her headpiece gets its shape from traditional Zulu hats.
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While some costumes have a more handmade look, Carter wanted a sleek, futuristic style for Ramonda.
Black Pantherwill hit theaters Feb. 16.
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