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Antigua Carnival will see two new bands this year with one, Scorch, boasting costumes produced from the designers of Bliss (Trinidad) Carnival...very interesting!
SCORCH welcomes you to the real ULTRA-All-Inclusive CARNIVALE Experience. Our 2012 carnival features costumes produced from designers of BLISS Carnival, true pioneers in the masquerade industry for doing it bigger, better, and sexier.
This Mas is for the daring, upwardly moving, young, young at heart and progressive adult who are looking for the NEXT Generation Mas. SCORCH is up, we will heat up Antigua's Carnival with a host of premium services and products; Next Generation Costumes, Premium Over stocked Bars Only, new Security initiatives, mobile SCORCH zones for your comfort, Live entertainment, Celebrity SCORCHaders and array of surprises to come. Antigua is about to be SCORCHED, we are HOTT!!! we are New!!! we are Different!!! we are SCORCH!!!
Become a SCORCHER today!!!
Carnival comes early this May 5, 2012 as SCORCH launches its highly anticipated, inaugural production for summer 2012, "CARNIVALE".
Six sections of bliss awaits you as we are about to heat-up Antigua Mas.
Our NEXT Generation Costumes will SCORCH you!!! Become a SCORCHER...
Venue and Entertainment information to come soon
IGNAZIA CARNIVAL is a troupe that aims to provide an exclusive mas experience for all mas players by Antiguans. IGNAZIA, which translates to “The Light”, aims to rekindle the classic Antiguan way of playing mas, jammin’ in your costume on BOTH days, celebrating Antiguan culture, showcasing local talent, all with a theatrical parade that has never been seen before.
“Experience the magic of mas.”
Ignazia Carnival also promises these magical events:
ILLUMINATION- Theme, costumes and storyline will be revealed, showcasing the artistic vision of Ignazia, giving attendees a magical experience. This annual event will fuse the idea of a dramatic fashion show and cocktail reception, becoming one of Antigua’s most prestigious affairs.
UP CLOSE &; PERSONAL- Time to let loose and truly engage in what carnival in Antigua is all about! People can view Ignazia’s costumes again, while listening to good music, grabbing a few drinks and socializing with fellow masqueraders.This will be your chance to beat the crowd, register early & guarantee you and your friends a spot in Ignazia. Get a small taste of the magic!
NIGHT MAS- The best solution to carnival withdrawal! An evening of mas with Ignazia! Wear your costume one last time… at night! Wave fluorescent wands and dance to the wee hours of the morning at a venue that replicates Carnival Monday and Tuesday. Drink trucks, sound trucks, good music & roaming photographers will all be there! Masqueraders of other mas troupes are more than welcome!!
In today's society, intense pressure is often placed upon us to conform. We are pressured into viewing life as succession of predefined steps and encouraged to race along a well-worn path leading to societal goals. These goals are often defined by achieving a career or professional post, a financial target or some sort of personal relationship status.
Dictated by society, we accept these goals as our own and enter the great race to become "successful". However, we learn that the journey is a dynamic process; our objectives and motivations change due to societal pressures and from the knowledge we acquire along the way.
This year, we are using a classic sporting tradition as an analogy for LIFE'S RACE. The theme is based on the principles of "self belief" and ultimately "forging one's own destiny". LET THE RACES BEGIN!
Our theme for 2013 is called "The Human Race". This year, we are using a classic sporting tradition as an analogy for LIFE'S RACE. The theme is based on the principles of "self belief" and ultimately "forging one's own destiny".
I was told that there is more to the concept than meets the eye and all will be revealed at the launch party. Island Fusion sold out in a couple of days last year and word is demand is already high so if you are interested in what is argubaly one of the most popular Foreday Morning Bands for Cropover 2012 follow the yellow brick road on June 1st !
Paparazzi Mas, the reincarnation of the now defunct Pulse 8 Carnival, has confirmed that their band launch will take place on July 8th, 2012. Seems to be that Paparazzi will be kicking off band launch season 2013.
Also one of the sections in Paparazzi ,"Celebrity Weddings" ,will be designed by renowned local fashion designer Heather Jones. Interesting and looking forward to see what this "new" band has to offer for Carnival 2013.
It seems like designingDARYL continues to heat things up on the North American Carnival front!! I had the pleasure of viewing this very stunning sneak peek via a super secret source from their super secret photoshoot and I'm sharing with you. I have "birds" all over the place, everyone is Saucy's friend and I love you all just the same :
I was told this costume was designed for Joann Chase who Daryl has designed for before. Through this formidable design, Carnival Nationz approved Joann for a section this year, and I could see why, makes me want to see more of the entire costume. Let's hope it translates into success again for my "lil designing buddy".
Carnival Nationz launch of their Caribana 2012 presentation "Empires" takes place this Saturday, April 21 2012.
If you suffered from costume envy, lusting behind that necklace on YUMA's Luxor Frontline from Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2012:
Then you might be happy to see that Red Unlimited has once again taken inspiration from Trinidad for their St Lucia Carnival costumes and that necklace can be yours in the section "Renewal". For more Red costume pics behind the scenes, click HERE.
P.S. I think I am going to leave this section Spirit of Loulan... sorry "Spirit of the People" alone.
I know many of you are enjoying Jamaica Carnival, but for those of us in Trinidad today is cricket and we will be making mas today with Caesar's Army in the Carib Stands! Take wine for me in Jamaica.
Dear masqueraders, Many of you have been inquiring about the theme for our 2013 Collection. We are excited to release our first hint. More details coming soon…
Friday, April 13, 2012
I have always been fascinated by Indian Mas in Trinidad and Tobago, this video of costume designer Anton Duncan showing off his work made me smile; locally produced mas is still alive.
Well I was actually expecting to be updated with all things Caribana from my regular source Kara but it seems like launches are earlier this year and it catches everyone by surprise - even VETERANS! As you know, I do not offer my usual critique of costumes I have not had the pleasure of seeing in person, however, from what I have seen so far, things looking VERY DYNAMIC from a special "lil designer buddy" of mine. He offered a sneak peek that I have shared with you and while I have seen the complete picture which is absolutely gorgeous, I am intrigued to see what you guys think of this EMPIRICAL costume in two weeks! Last year he had success with a sold out section in a record 4 hours flat (remember Unicorn?) - so let's see what 2012 has in store.
I must be honest, I was not initially impressed with the color choice. For me, pink is a color I played in this year and I never repeat colors much less in the same year BUT who says I cant make an exception... Frontline - LOVE IT!!!!!
Word is that REAL MEN WEAR PINK - Let's hope this DOMINION joins the echalons of Apache and forms a PINK EMPIRE for 2012!
And OF COURSE, what is Caribana without a lil bacchanal - better yet, what is my blog without the REAL DEAL...
The word is, Caribana is in store for a new fusion of Trini styles tastefully done and switching the gears on customers and truly putting the power in their hands - choosing ANY OPTION you want for the road and completely doing away with the term FRONTLINE. It seems that with this designer and his OVER THE TOP designs, FULLY LOADED is the way to go!
Although playing nice, "banditing" a few sections and churning out new looks for Caribana 2012, I'm still waiting for him to flex his creative muscles man. To me, I haven't noticed anything of true note, all stuff I saw before but really, REALLY well done. I saw a backpack that I am in LOVE with, last year he did it with the white and this year he does it with the BLUE!! BRAZIL is the one to look out for, remember you heard it here first!
So, who can't get costumes back from production yet? who protecting photos from shoots from who? Whose costumes ALREADY shot? And who just NEED ah SHOT of ADRENALINE! Lawd, seems like these North American bands don't only COPY Trini costumes but also de behavior boy... All will be revealed on April 21st AND 28th ... See if you could read between the lines and decipher all the good DRAMA that lives in these EMPIRE states of MINDS!
Oh and by the way, most of you should already know that I am talking about DesigningDARYL
Dexter's Tribal Knights - April 14th - CANDYLAND
Carnival Nationz - April 21st - EMPIRES
Saldenah Mas - April 28th - FANTASY in JEWELS
Tobago Jazz Experience 2012 akes place from April 21st to 29th and this year's performers include Angie Stone, Arturo Tappin, Emeli Sande, Janelle Monae, Kes the Band, David Rudder and Barrington Levy among others. If you are looking for a great post Carnival event this is worth checking out.
Schedule, ticket prices and all other relevant information are available in the links below.
More teasers from SamCheewah for their Carnival 2013 presentation "Fly". We have already glimpsed the butterfly now presenting the Peacock and Brazilian Macaw.
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