In the Black Panther's first solo movie, 'Queen Mother Ramonda' and his younger sister 'Shuri' wear these ceremonial costumes for 'Prince T'Challa's' coronation to claim the mantle of king at Warrior Falls.
Black Panther movie costume exhibit
at Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre
Ruth Carter was Costume Designer on Ryan Coogler's record-breaking hit movie and created her Afrofuturist looks for the nation of Wakanda by referencing many African tribal looks, art, colours and fabrics.
Black Panther movie poster
In the movie we discover that not only is the metal Vibranium from the meteorite used in Wakanda's advanced technology, but it is also woven into the very fabric of their clothes.
Queen Mother Ramonda ceremonial costume
worn by Angela Bassett in Black Panther
This white costume that Angela Bassett wore for T'Challa's first challenge to his throne featured headwear inspired by South African Zulu tribeswomen and a shoulder mantle based on African lace and inspired by English fashion designer Gareth Pugh, which was created by 3D printing expert Julia Koerner.
If you like this regal look, you can also check out another darker Ramonda costume from Black Panther on display.
Princess Shuri ceremonial costume worn by Letitia Wright
in Black Panther
Fans of T'Challa's genius younger sister, the 'Q' to his 'James Bond', who also represents the new Wakanda can also check out this Shuri costume with gauntlets from Black Panther.
Wakanda Forever.
Black Panther movie poster
