BAND LAUNCH: GenX Launches for Miami Carnival 2016

Generation X Miami launched their sexy “Erotica” theme presentation last night,  June 11 for Miami Carnival 2016! GenX gave us 7 sections to choose from with tantalizing section names. Costume prices have increased this year, backline starts at $395. Frontline starts at $595 and section leader starts at $840. Which section do you see yourself […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Revel Nation Carnival Launches for Miami Carnival 2016

Now in their sophomore year, Revel Nation hit us with a virtual launch last night, June 10 with their Realm of Dragons theme. Berserker (red and aqua) is WOW! Flames! We love it! We love how the designer used other materials beside gems to decorate the costumes  and the texture and look of the material. […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Ramajay Mas Launches for Labor Day 2016

2012 – 2015 Band of the year title holders,  Ramajay Mas, out of New York City, launched their 2016 Wanderlust presentation today. One of the most highly anticipated launches out of New York City. They switched it up from the usual fashion show style to a block party – family fun day. How do you think […]

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Planning for Trinidad Carnival 2017

You know something? While I’m melting in the sun in Trinidad, I’m always thinking I can do without this heat — “i eh playing mas next year” LOL (yeh right) and then band launch dates come out, we review pictures and it’s like.. YES!! WE DEY! Mas in Trinidad next year! But the happiest and most […]

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FETE LIST: Where to Party for Caribana 2016

CARIBANA TIME FRAME: July 27 – August 1, 2016 We all know parties are typically hit or miss, especially if you’re visiting from out of town and don’t know which ones will provide you with the best party experience. But have no fear, the Global Carnivalist is here to give you some best fete options. […]

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Summer 2016 Fashion — What to Wear to a Caribbean Fete

As we know, (in the US especially) the last week of May (better known as Memorial Weekend) kicks off summer festivities. New York City houses some of the best Caribbean parties and the Caribbean socialites will attend with their custom made threads or a nicely put together outfits. If you’re looking for some inspiration for […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Xhosa Barbados Launches for Crop Over 2016

Xhosa Barbados launched their “Road to Redemption” theme on May 15th in Barbados. And based on the feedback from their clientele, they brought it! The band launch itself was a cooler fete and people had a good time. It definitely set the mood for the band launch. Their theme has african influences as you can […]

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Planning for Miami Carnival 2016

Guess what time it is? Time to plan for the best carnival in North America – Miami Carnival. Miami Carnival has easily climbed the charts as one of the biggest and most attended in the states. Miami Carnival weekend kicks off from October 6 – October 11 this year. GETTING THERE  FLY  – Flying into […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Aura Launches for Crop Over 2016

Anyone who is familiar with Lauren Austin’s, previous designer at Zulu International, work, highly anticipated this band launch. When Bajan singer Rihanna Fenty goes home for Crop Over, we always see her adorned in Lauren Austin’s designs. Partnered with Trinidadian designer Anya Young-Chee, Lauren and Anya present us with The Aura Experience – The Immortals […]

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Global Carnivalist Travels: Greece

I’ve been on an adventure lately as you can see. Three countries in three months — that being said, in May, I visited Greece. Kendra wanted to celebrate her birthday some place new and Greece was chosen! I got an amazing price for my flight from NYC to Greece (directly). The airline of choice was […]

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