Global Carnivalist Travels: France

There are cities you hear about all the time and then you visit and you’re like – what the hell was all the hype about. Paris, lives up to it’s hype. Out of all the countries I’ve visited so far, France, more specifically Paris, is my favorite. The people were extremely friendly, i enjoyed the […]

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EVENT: Jamaica Heroes Weekend 2016

Dates: October 14 – 16, 2016 I’m sitting here pumping so hard to some soca waiting for Miami Carnival to come down on meh. Anyway that’s not what this post is about. I’m here to tell you about Heroes Weekend in Jamaica. It is quite literally the weekend after Miami Carnival, so for those of […]

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Monday Wear 2017: FonRose The Brand

Fonrose wowed us all with her custom Trinidad Carnival 2016 monday wear piece that she designed. For the upcoming 2017 carnival season, she’s taking the monday wear scene by storm and sharing her creative pieces with us. FonRose The Brand presents us with “Royalty”, detailed with african beading, jewels and kente cloth. Registration runs from September 1 to September […]

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Monday Wear 2017: Marie Collette Masquerade

As we approach Trinidad Carnival 2017, Monday Wear launching is in full swing. Designer Keisha Collette Thomas presents us with Marie Collette Masquerade for Trinidad Carnival 2017, the presentation called Fever is sexy! We’re wowed by the prints and intricate details by this creative. Know that, they won’t last long. Registration is available online or via email […]

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Monday Wear 2017: Himaya By Nadia Batson

As most of you know, Carnival Monday has been causing a scene fashion wise over the last four years. Trinidad Carnival 2017 will be no different. There are even more fashion lines hitting the streets. Himaya by Nadia Batson gives us a non-typical monday wear line that caters to all body types, especially our full […]

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FETE LIST: Where to Party for Miami Carnival 2016

TIME FRAME: October 5 – 11, 2016 You know you’ve been looking out for it, the infamous Global Carnivalist – Miami Carnival fete list [miami carnival 2016 fetes schedule] that gives you all the hot fetes and their purchase links in one location. Because ain’t nobody got time to be looking all over google for […]

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Trinidad Carnival 2017 Checklist, Timeline and Budget

You’ve been following us for awhile (if not, click that follow button) so you already know the Global Carnivalist Team is on top of their 2017 Trini Carnival planning. But for those of you who like to procrastinate, it’s not too late. Hopefully you can find somewhere to sleep, that’s usually the biggest issue. If […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Yuma Vibe Launches for Trinidad Carnival 2017

Yuma Vibe launched “Origins”, their 2017 Trinidad Carnival presentation last night. Some of the best male costumes for Trinidad Carnival were showcased. Inti is hands down my favorite section by Keisha Als. Great job by the designer. Registration details will be up soon. Which section do you love the most?     Yours in Mas

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Guide to Trinidad Carnival Bands 2017

Hold on to your feathers! It’s band launch season. There are so many costume bands to choose from, ranging from price points, vibes and customer service. If it’s your first time attending Trinidad Carnival or you’re thinking about leaving the band you’ve been loyal to for a couple years, this article is for you. (Or […]

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FETE LIST: Where to Party for Labor Day Weekend in NYC 2016

Time Frame: August 31 – September 5, 2016 Here are some of the best soca parties happening in the city on Labor Day weekend. Labor Day weekend in NYC is ALWAYS a bess lime, people come from the islands to fete with us. And we have a hitta for the first time, SOCA BRAINWASH Mission […]

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