Prepping for carnival does not stop with ordering the costume. Now you have to think about things, such as fishnets, bags, gems, hairstyles, makeup, and footwear. A common question I am asked is: Where do I find carnival shoes? Where do I find carnival boots? What shoes do you...
On May 10th, there was a major buzz on social media, as it was announced that 6 bands had left Atlanta-Dekalb Carnival 2022 and moved downtown. Citing a reduction of allowed music trucks on the route, the 6 bands felt they would best provide a great experience downtown with its...
I’m excited to go to Saint Lucia Carnival this year. :: insert internal squee:: I got everything in order, but I am ashamed to admit that I nearly forgot about COVID. It’s still a thing, and we need to make sure we have a plan to ensure we meet...
I attended the 2019 Caribmask festival on a whim. Stressed out from work, I registered within two weeks’ notice of the event. I purchased what was in stock: The bra I got was too big, so I stripped an old wire bra and prepared to take the fabric and...
I remember the first time I heard “Monday Wear.” What is Monday wear? Where do I buy Monday wear? Most importantly, why would I want to wear it? If you are as confused as I once was, this is the blog you want to read. In Trinidad, the carnival...
We all know the trophy will undoubtedly return to Trinidad next year, but the buzz around Saint Lucia Carnival 2022 is so crazy that I would argue it might be the “it” Carnival for the Island countries. You are definitely behind the power curve if you are starting to...
Ever since I saw the social media footage from Saint Lucia Carnival 2019, I knew I had to be there. Unfortunately, COVID did its thing, but outside is open… and so is Saint Lucia (SLU). And so, ya’ girl is on a mission to experience “bam bam wall” AND...
AWM, PA-C here! I have been in medicine since 2003 and certified as a physician assistant since 2013. Carnival season is heating up (pun intended), and we have to talk about how to keep us healthy and safe. No one talks about it, but the risk of heat injury...
Outside has officially opened, and flight prices are through the roof (no thanks to COVID and the Russia-Ukraine conflict). Caribbean Carnival is in full swing, COVID is becoming a distant memory, and the airlines take advantage of your desire to travel by taking heavy hits on your wallet. So...
There are a few reasons why someone may wish to hire a designer for a carnival costume. A common trend among avid Caribbean carnival-goers is for birthday and maternity shoots. Many people will look to a designer if there is a section they want to be in, but feather...
Dear carnival newbie, If you are blessed to have a carnival veteran take you on your first carnival experience, they deserve ALL THE FLOWERS. I have taken a few people out on their first experience, and it came with some challenges and lessons learned for the baby masquerader and...
