COSTUMES: Island People Mas for Trinidad 2016

August 23, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

The last big band launched August 22 for the season. Island People Mas celebrated 25 years of success this year. For 2016 they presented us with Pantheon — The Guardians. I personally love Guardian of Love — which is your favorite? And will you play with Island People this year. They have top notch vibes during […]

Costume Expectations vs. Reality

August 19, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

Carnivalists! As we patiently stalk scan carnival sites for band launch images, we ooh and aah about how pretty the costumes are and think OMG (ALL THOSE FEATHERS) but in reality, band launches are the perfected versions of the costume you hope to chip in on the road. As carnival becomes more popular across the globe, the cost […]

A Guide on Trinidad Carnival Bands : Which One of These Bands Wukking Up The Bess

August 10, 2015.Reading time 6 minutes.

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 […]

New Band on the Block: Entice Carnival for Trinidad 2016

August 9, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

As Trinidad Carnival continues to grow into a beast of it’s own, bringing in over one million people into the island,so does the demand for more band options. Entice Carnival is the new costume band on the block for 2016 and their costumes are HOT! I am super impressed with how they look. Are you willing […]

BAND LAUNCH: Yuma Vibe Launches for for Trinidad Carnival 2016

August 9, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

First, let me start by saying that Carnival and band launch season are way too exciting for my soul! It’s 2:30AM and I am tuned in to Yuma Vibe’s band launch! Yes, I know it’s not that serious but I couldn’t risk it. With that said, Yuma Vibe blessed us with 14 GORGEOUS sections for […]

FETE LIST: Where to Party for Miami Carnival 2015

August 5, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

Soo many fetes, so little time — here’s the fetes that made the Miami Carnival cut this year! See you there bacchanalists! Dates: October 8 – 12th, 2015 Want to play mas? Check out our costume listing for band suggestions. THURSDAY TRIBE Ignite – Purchase tickets here FRIDAY 6AM – Rise Miami & Shine NYC […]

COSTUMES: Miami Carnival 2015

August 4, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

Now that the two major August carnivals are over (Crop Over & Caribana – I know Grenada is soon too) We can focus on the next stop — Miami Carnival. Sections are closing rapidly and while you can still enter Miami Dade Fair Grounds as an on looker […]

Caribana 2015: A Review of Carnival Nationz

August 3, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

Wooo!! Let me just say, this is my second time attending Caribana but this time was TRULY amazing! I used what I learned the previous time and used it to my advantage. Hopefully this review will help you too. REGISTRATION: Registration was VERY easy! Carnival Nationz launched, about two weeks later, their costumes were posted […]

COSTUMES: Fantasy Carnival for Trinidad 2016

July 25, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

Carnivalists, Fantasy Carnival launched last night (July 24) in Trinidad and let me just say, their costumes are gorgeous. Fantasy is a popular band in Trinidad known for their gems and overflowing feathers. They’re also not as difficult to register for, unlike some of the more exclusive bands. What do you think? Would you play with […]

FETE LIST: Where to Party for Labor Day in New York City 2015

July 20, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

Labor Day weekend is always a movie in NYC — bess fetes takes over the the city while all boroughs partake in Caribbean events and culture. And it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t compile a fete list for you. Here are some of the best soca parties happening in the city on Labor Day […]