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Masquerader Monday - 10.09.18 | Jasmine

It's the beginning of a new segment on #everyBODYplayahmas .... #MasqueraderMonday




Meet Masquerader: Jasmine Palmer, Carnival Section and Costume Designer for XquisiteMas


Each Monday we will be featuring a masquerader from around the world. We want to share the stories of the beautiful masqueraders who can continue to build the online community and encourage confidence in other masqueraders.

Each testimonial will show the power of positivity, as well as a celebration of women of all shapes, sizes, and body types. Each and every voice is an important one, and the more we can all lend to this conversation about #ConfidenceInCarnival, the stronger the international communication will resonate.

It is my hope that the information will also be a warm welcome and invitation for other carnival enthusiasts worldwide to connect, share experiences, and build on this movement of self-love and Caribbean cultural celebration.

If you are interested in being featured please email us and we will be in contact!


#ConfidenceInCarnival   #everyBODYplayahmas 
A body positive movement to celebrate carnivals around the world that showcase Caribbean culture

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