A masquerader perspective on the carnival experience
Harts Carnival kicked off the carnival season with their band launch on July 2. And what a launch it was, we have new color schemes, gems, frontline pieces and inspiring section leader costumes. Take a look at their 2017 presentation here. Registration details and contact information can be found here. What do you think ? […]
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Hola Carnivalists! It’s review time! Last weekend (June 24-27) we went to California for Hollywood Carnival. While Hollywood Carnival is still a growing carnival, we had a blast and can see the room for growth. They celebrated 5 years this year and you can already see a growing interest in their market. Marketed as a […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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