Masquerader Monday - 17.09.18

Masquerader Monday - 17.09.18 | Paskel

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

Quote of the week: "Confidence is your outfit; The world is your runway"

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My experience as the Face of the Festival for Toronto Carnival 2019

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Masquerader Monday - 17.12.18 | Nicole

Brief biography (profession, hobbies, passions, etc.): * 26 year old Youtuber Grad Student living in NYC. I'm currently getting my degree in Public Policy and Administration in hopes to become an Inspector General and Investigator. When I am not in my books I work for WCS located in The Bronx Zoo. My hobbies include swimming, dancing, and chasing carnival dreams. How and when did you first start playing mas? * I first started playing mas in 2013. I was exposed to it from a young age in Jamaica when my aunt participated. My first experience was not a pleasant one but the next year I found a new mas camp to participate in and it was love ever since. From there I tried out to model and did my first photoshoot for Miami Carnival 2017. What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date? * My favorite carnival experience has to be New York 2017. I had such a great time with my friends and I fe...

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