Current grad student, avid carnival lover, and big time foodie (I have a food insta!)
How and when did you first start playing mas? *
Officially in a costume? In my early tween years in Nevis for Culturama.
What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date? *
Wow this is a tough one but I would say my most recent experience in New York for Labor Day. The parade turned into a wet fete and everyone went with it and enjoyed themselves. The vibes and energy was just so pure 🤗
What are some of your must-have carnival essentials?
Carnivalista tights! AN ABSOLUTE MUST! Additionally, definitely an emergency kit with a mini sewing kit, tampons/pad, a plastic shower cap (in case it becomes a wet fete), and spare money.
Describe your perfect mas experience:
A carefree, judgement free zone, embracing Caribbean culture!
What would you like to tell people about mas, that they may not know?
Once you start playing mas, it becomes a habit that'll be hard to get rid of.
Would you change anything about playing mas in your city?
I would make the parade route a little longer.
If you could play mas with one soca artist, who would it be, and why?
Mr.Killa, his energy is everything
Do you think there is currently an unspoken age or size limit on playing mas?
Young, old, thick, slim, mas is for whoever wants to embrace and indulge in the culture!
Do you have a message of encouragement for the #everyBODYplayahmas network? *
Be true selves, enjoy the culture!
How do you think movements like #everyBODYplayahmas assist masqueraders?
Seeing other body types similar to yours allows for representation and for an individual to be able to see themselves playing mas!
Please list any contact details you would like added to the post (ex. Blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SnapChat, Pinterest, etc) *
@simsimmaeatstheworld & @icegreenandgold
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