On Saturday May 3rd, Carnival Nationz held their band
launch presentation for their 2014 theme Havana. This year’s launch
presentation was particularly special for Carnival Nationz as it marks their 10
year anniversary. Leading up to showtime, music was provided by New
York based djs Close Connections and Riggo Suave. During the costume
presentation Toronto’s dj Kold Fusion was
on deck playing the tunes as the models hit the stage.
Described as a story of love, war, revolution, sex, rum,
scandal, music, dance and sublime beauty, Carnival Nationz presentation of
Havana displayed sections representing elements of Cuba. The launch officially
started quite late, with nine sections hitting the runway at 2am.
The sections included:
Timba
Cohiba
Playa Boca Ciega
Revolution
Playa Boca Ciega
Tropicana Caberet
Quizas Quizas
Perroquet De La Havane
La Guarachera De Cuba
Flamingo
The sections ranged from costumes that displayed bright color
combinations, as well as soft pastel feathers and lace. Nationz also displayed
several sections that incorporated the spider panty, a popular style of bottom
used in Trinidad Carnival this year. Additionally, a few sections had elements that
reminded me of costumes from previous years, such as the black sleek material
in Flamingo and blue and green fringe in Perroquet. Nationz’s frontline costumes
made a bold statement while on stage, with elaborate feathered backpacks, leg
pieces and large headpieces. Overall, the 2014 presentation of Havana, added
some Cuban sizzle with various options for Toronto masqueraders to choose from.
For more pictures from the presentation, check out our Facebook album.
Do You Want to Play with Carnival Nationz this year? Carnival
Nationz Loyalty registration begins on Thursday May 8th and their
general registration starts on Saturday May 10th. For more
information on Carnival Nationz check out their website at
http://www.carnival-nationz.com/
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