Link About It: This Week’s Picks

Paint made from bacteria, ping pong at the New York Philharmonic, art fairs, rockets and more

1. “Black Panther” Pays Homage to Several African Cultures Marvel’s “Black Panther” costume designers Ruth Carter and Hannah Beachler pay homage to several African cultures through their work in the film. It was a process aided by extensive research. The film’s primary (and fictional) location, Wakanda is a kingdom of different tribes and Carter drew inspiration from contemporary designers, from the “wool collection of South …

Six Cocktails from the Life Hotel’s Subterranean Speakeasy, Gibson + Luce

A new addition to NYC's NoMad neighborhood offers a refreshing and unexpected menu

The last item on the bar menu at Gibson + Luce costs $150. It’s not a cocktail. In fact, it’s neither edible nor drinkable. It’s called “Stay For The Night” and it’s accommodation at the Life Hotel directly above. If you’re enjoying your drinks and don’t want to go home—and the hotel has a vacancy—you can order a room right there at the bar come …

Collaboration Capri Sneakers

Embellished with pieces crafted by the very talented ceramicist Ben Medansky, KOIO’s newest collaborative sneakers are sophisticated and a little playful. The white leather Capri style shoes are made of a speckled calf leather upper and buttery soft inner, with hand-painted edges and a bright blue outsole.