The “Iron” costume, seen here in the men’s version, was named for “the first strike, very heartbeat and soul of the rhythm section.” (Photo: Kyeon Lucian Constantine) The “Iron” costume, seen here in ...

You’ve heard of Caribbean carnivals – the epic fetes aka parties, the nonstop partying, the intoxicating soca music, lack of sleep and countless stories of it being an absolute must experience for any ...

In a gem of a show at Efraín López gallery in Tribeca through October 26, Braxton Garneau takes Trinidad's legendary carnival costumes to the next level in his new series of mixed-media works.

Proudly, Regina Coeli adorns herself with a spectacular crown of green and orange feathers. She prepares to parade in a “escola” in a town in the interior of Brazil, with the “luxury” material that ...

Seashells, Styrofoam packing peanuts, fabric glue and rolls of glittery ribbon were among the hodgepodge of craft supplies covering the Curleys’ dining room table. Amy and Lowry Curley, along with ...

A vibrant, skimpy ensemble worn at a Caribbean Carnival is so much more than a visual delight: “It’s a celebration of women’s glory in themselves.” The blinged-out swimsuits and colorful plumage seen ...

GET your samba on, it’s Carnival time in Brazil. It is the highlight of the partying year and I got to go back to my home ...

Many are traveling near and far for this year's Carnival after it was canceled last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many were picking up their Carnival costumes at a distribution center in ...