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 ...

There’s something magical about watching thousands of people pour into streets wearing clothing that tells stories spanning ...

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.

From the splendor of Elvis Presley's fabulous Medici collar — complete with a sequined hound dog and blue suede shoes — to a giant wearable pirate ship, to Mardi Gras Indian creations and real ...

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 ...

Andrea Mercury will be securing the last rhinestones and final feathers to her band’s Carnival costumes up to the last possible second. “Until it’s time to actually go on the road, we’ll be here,” ...

The world of Carnival costume design lost two giants within the past six months with the deaths of San Nicholas and Carter Church. Wayne Phillips, curator of costumes at the Louisiana State Museum, ...

Mas Domnik is a weeks-long celebration that showcases the resilience, creativity, and cultural pride of Dominica's people.

As Rio de Janeiro kicked off its Carnival on Saturday, about 100 dogs barked and wagged their tails to the tune of samba music as they paraded in front of pet lovers in a canine costume competition.