2009 Miami-Broward One Carnival Band - FUN GENERATION!!

Friday, July 31, 2009 clivia 1 Comments

Fun Generation is one of the bands registered to play mas in the Miami-Broward One Carnival Parade.
Their Presentation is called: Splendor of The Seasons
There are four sections with various options on each one:

Spring Blossoms


Jewels In the Sun


Autumn Leaves


and
Winter Snow



Prices run from $150.00 to $170.00
Check their website here for pictures and options on Costumes.

See you on the road Fun Generation!
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Uhm...Shoes Anyone?

Friday, July 31, 2009 clivia 0 Comments


SOO...I'm already looking for boots to play mas in...for both Miami and Trinidad. After browsing Sweet 7 this morning...I started my annual search for my carnival boots, especially since I intend to break them in good and proper before I have to use them.

Over the years I've found a couple places that I go back to to check for boots. I play mas in Heels..In FLORIDA!! and for Trinidad this year, the plan is for a wedge heel - My feet ache when I wear flats.

So I figured I'd share them here:

There's Shoe Ocean
Price Range $36.00 to as Low as $10.00


Their boots run the gamut of colors and Heel styles, and the prices are so good that you can buy 3 at time and not have the guilt trip after! They also offer free shipping on orders over $100.00. What I like about them is that I can put in my shoe size, and like a personal shopper, bring up all the shoes available in your size.

I looked at these today :
Am I giving Hints???

I especially like the Camel one...because you can dress it to suit whatever youre wearing with a little paint and feathers and ..STUFF!! The most expensive of these is $30.00


There's also my constant fall back My Diva's Closet ...but that's not even secret!!.
Every carnival Diva I know goes to this site
Their boots though are usually on the HIGH side... Like these!



Then there's Gojane.com



Their options on flats are extensive, and their clearance prices sometimes drop as low as $10.00 so you can have options!! Check these out! That yellow one is $8.50!!!




Happy Shopping!!

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Vibrationzz Check List

Friday, July 31, 2009 clivia 0 Comments

Prototypes Done
Photoshoot DONE Yessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
Website PENDING...Deadline Sunday August 2nd.

Registration Sunday August 2nd


:)

Thanks Models! and our sexy photographer :) and our host location!! Thank you!!!

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A Preview - Flamingo Casino

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 clivia 2 Comments

Like I probably mentioned before, I'm Creative Director of Vibrationzz Mas Band here in Florida, and like all the other bands gearing up for Miami Carnival, our reveal is ....phew ..almost here. :). As always with Mas, some things step out of your control and you deal with it as best as you can...but I believe I can SAFELY say....that our reveal will be this weekend. :)

However, thats not to stop me from sharing the pictures of the ONLY outside section that has been contracted to produce with Vibrationzz.

For Newbies, an Outside section means, that a seperate group or person will pay the Mas band a fee for each masquerader. They will in turn design, produce and market the section. For all other intents and purposes, the section is a part of the band and is treated as such.


Meet:

Flamingo Casino
A Section In Vibrationzz Mas 2009 Miami Carnival Presentation
of "Vegas Nights"
Produced by Rhonda Berment Designed By Christine Sadler


Rhonda is already accepting registrations for her section at her website: Flamingo Casino .
Check out More pics Here and Register here.
Costumes are $160.00 and there are multiple options for the body pieces:
i.e: One piece/Boy shorts etc.
Be sure to check her out!!!!!

Congrats Rons.

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While I've been busy

Friday, July 24, 2009 clivia 4 Comments

The following things have happened.

We had the launch of one of the new, well kinda new bands in Florida. Party People. Party People was one of the mas originators of the Miami Carnival. After a few years though the membership and e-board kind of merged into other bands, but with the 25 th anniversary of carnival and the merging of the carnivals this year they have re-emerged. You can see pics from their launch party and view their website here. You can also see pics of the launch at Islandbox.com


Another Section Euphoria in Wassi Ones Mas Band launched their presentation for carnival 2009. You can see their pics here.

There also was an event called the launch of One Carnival that was not in fact the official launch of the Miami-Broward One Carnival event, but some of the participating bands presented. I was unable to attend this event but will soon have a review from a person who did attend.

What is also of note is that I attended one of the Miami-Broward One Carnival Committee meetings where all the bands registered to parade were to attend.

When I tell allyuh Carnival is Bacchanal ...whether is Trinidad, Miami Or Timbuktu....Carnival is bacchanal. Things of note however is that all bands have to sign a contract stating that they understand the rules and regulations of the parade.

This was not an easy task, and I still feel like we left the meeting with so many things unresolved. I still feel too that bands are holding on to the negative feelings associated with the split of the carnivals in the first place. Instead of being combative, the bands should try to make this merged experience the best that it can be. I wish we could all let go of past experiences and face this new experience with an open mind.

Whats new. No T-shirt bands...hmmmmm. Bands will be penalized on points for starting late. hmmmmm. How can you force your masqueraders to be on time when they just left a party the night before? There are still soo many things to sort out. I hope the next meeting is more productive.

Things to look forward to

The reveal of MY BAND's presentation "Vegas Nights"
YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

Generationx's Band Launch that I will be attending..

Stay tuned!!

Cliv Out!
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HI People - Update coming!

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 clivia 0 Comments

I apologise for the LULL in information... a lot is going on, so I'm going to consolidate all the information in a post that Im working on now.

Carnival is REAL BACCHANAL!!


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I Have a Confession..

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 clivia 5 Comments

I

am


A LABOR DAY Carnival VIRGIN!!

yes I said it..

Never played mas on the parkway...
never went to a backyard party..
or a boat ride..Yeah i SAID it ...no boatrides...sigh
I know ...I'm embarrassed too ..
even the little sister did better than me..
My cousin plays every year...
and my carnival crew from NY always support me in Miami without fail...

Hopefully...i fix that this year... :)

Anyways... i have pics and posts coming soon....on the Launches that took place over the weekend.

see you soon

Cliv
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2009 Miami One Carnival Events - Socavivor - It's Fantastik!

Friday, July 10, 2009 clivia 2 Comments

It's Fantastik
7 Days NINE Events.



International Flag Night!!

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CUCHINI...! Pay Attention- The CAMEL TOE Eradicator

Wednesday, July 08, 2009 clivia 1 Comments

I cant take credit for this!!
My friend and blogger friend Nickie Nix is the one who brought it to my attention on her blog. I was cracking up when i noticed that you could send this "product" to people anonymously.

Welcome to "Cuchini" The CAMEL TOE eradicator.
Yes, they do have a website.
Yes, you can send them anonymously to the CT challenged.
But...
is it a carnival need.
Check the pics..



The Cuchini Pad

What is The Cuchini?

The Cuchini is a comfortable, light-weight material that adheres to any undergarment (panties, bikini, sports attire, etc). It smoothes the ridges of a woman’s mons pubis area providing a smooth and camouflaged appearance. This eliminates what is commonly known as "Camel Toe."

The Cuchini products are designed by women to provide comfort and convenience.

As we have evolved, hair down there is a thing of the past. As the landing strip and Brazilian wax have become prominent in today's world, there is no bush for the cush. And though Camel Toe may be a hot topic... it's not to the gal sporting it!
The "Cuchini."

1. Smoothes the ridges of a woman’s mons pubis area.
2. Keeps undergarments clean.
3. Can be used with or without underwear.

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

$5.95 Shipping on all domestic orders

Price: $16.95
List Price: $20.95
You Save: $4.00

check it out yourself....

Thanks Nix

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Recycled Costumes - Curioser and Curioser!!

Tuesday, July 07, 2009 clivia 3 Comments

Things are getting so interesting!

I jus read on Saucy and Sweet 7 that Carnival Nationz is offering its masqueraders in Toronto carnival the chance to play mas in Miami. I Mean a two for one deal is always good in this economy.

But...I know though that MCI has always stated that bands who use costumes that were used in another carnival were not able to compete for the prize money. In fact bands that we KNOWWW buy left over costumes from Triniad Carnival have to RE-DRESS the pieces...so that they dont get called out as full on Recycling. And believe me they DO GET called out!! Behind the scenes drama in Miami is off the chain!!

For the most part though bands in the MCI carnival have done their own production/assembling locally..so yes it gets dog eat dog if they THINK youre using costumes from a prior carnival..lol. Carnival is Bacchanal!!!

I wonder how they're gonna deal with that too? And do the masqueraders really care if their band is getting Judged or not?

So many questions for this One Carnival Committee?? I cant wait to get the answers..


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2009 Miami Broward One Carnival - Tshirt Bands or Not

Monday, July 06, 2009 clivia 3 Comments

Historically Miami Carnival committee has limited the amount of T-Shirt Bands in their carnival. I kind of understand their reasoning in that it detracts from the creativity and display that is associated with a true Carnival.

Outside of Natural Freaks in the parade, most bands have to adhere to the policy of a costume: In this case A Headpiece, wristbands, a neck piece and decorated belt.....to qualify as a costume. Bands that were adorned in a T-shirt could not possibly be judged in the same category as other bands who made the effort of creating a FULL costume, and they were judged as such.

Natural Freaks I BELIEVE were considered a MUD band - and a mud band is as inherent to carnival as the costumed bands. So they were afforded that distinction. But even they had to conform and have at least ONE costumed section in their presentation.

At many a MCI meeting arguments would break out between costumed bands as to why Natural Freaks was being allowed the PLEASURE of being the last band on the road. The reasoning was - They're a mud band. You don't want them dirtying up the pretty mas.

[What they didn't say is that the stragglers love this band....and that the crowd following them is so large that crowd control demands that they are last. I'm speaking for myself as a veteran mas player in Miami. After I cross the stage in my pretty costume..BEST BELIEVE I running back to catch Natural Freaks for a dutty jump up]

Broward Carnival though has been less stringent in the past about what defines a costume band. Tshirt and Camo bands abounded, but this too was an outlet for those who couldn't or wouldn't spend the higher cost of Pretty Mas. I'm intrigued to find out what the middle ground of this situation will be. Meetings re scheduled soon for the band leaders and the registered bands and hopefully this will be addressed then. I'll make sure to give you the details of the outcome.

I hope the decision is one that will keep all the varied types of masqueraders happy and participating.

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Blogger Blessings

Monday, July 06, 2009 clivia 0 Comments

I feel so BLESSED today. I wanted to thank two bloggers that i stalk on a regular basis for giving me a referral on their own popular blogs.

First I have to thank Saucy of Trinidadcarnivaldiary as referring me as her go to for info on Miami Carnival. PRESSHA now I cant ignore my blog and watch HGTV instead..I have to be worthy of the honor. Thank you Saucy!

And secondly I have to thank www.therealchattypatty.com for her blessings too. I read This blog daily right after I get my mediatakeout fix in the mornings..lol. I run to her blog for some daily insight. Like I told Patty, you never know where you are gonna find your motivation and inspiration for the day , and her blog has been that for me on many an occasion.

Thank you ladies...Keep writing...cause I'm reading :)

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2009 Miami-Broward One Carnival Launch

Friday, July 03, 2009 clivia 0 Comments

OFFICIAL MIAMI-BROWARD ONE CARNIVAL LAUNCHING
Saturday, August 22, 2009 @ 9pm to 5 am
Location: Mahi Temple, Miami
Code 868
Roger George,
Leon Coldero
DJs
Display of costumes of all registered Miami-Broward Mas Bands and Steelbands
Call 305-653-1877 for Information

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Miami-Broward One Carnival 2009 - Where you staying??

Thursday, July 02, 2009 clivia 0 Comments

Ok...so you decide you coming for Carnival in Florida. Smart move.

So...where are you gonna stay? With your aunty that live there but that gonna lock you out when she realize day break reach and you ain't home yet?

Or with your friend from college who boyfriend act like he is a real sadist...and don't want people in he space?

Or your uncle who wake you up at 7am when you JUST reach home to feed you oatmeal for breakfast? Or how about if you decide you gonna "VISIT" a friend but you know you cant bring them home.

For some of you that don't have a cool ass relative ..lol...like me... who don't care that six people on the floor in blankets....as long as they driving themselves and you ain't have to pay for for them to get in the fetes...I suggest Extended stay Hotels. They have both suites and studios.

Now mind you , if you wanna turn the carnival weekend into a mini spa get away relax fest.....feel free to check out the Loews, Doubletree, the Delano, go right ahead.

But if you balling on a budget, and you really using to the room to S^&t, shower and shave....and you just wanna warm up some coffee in the morning and then hit the road...i suggest the Extended Stay Hotels.

And I'm not speaking generally, Ive stayed in them myself. Just try not to find one close to TRAIN TRACKS!! cause ahm...yeah...well.

BUT I digress, these places are clean, modern and fare way better than the motel. With double occupancy its even better....and all the money you save you can then put into a rental car. Most of them actually do packages with Hertz and you can get a discounted rate on your rental with a package deal.

All suites come with a fully-equipped kitchen, appliances and linens, Unlimited local phone use, a computer data port and personalized voice mail, Housekeeping and guest laundry facilities,Select properties offer exercise centers and pools.Wi-Fi high speed Internet access available in every room - chain wide!!

In ft Lauderdale from Friday to Friday, October 9th to the 16th [cause i checked] rooms start at 39.99 f0r double occupancy. In Miami, rooms start at 64.99 for double occupancy a night. Of course in Miami rates are higher...but it's more central. If you're planning to rent a car, it doesn't matter much because once on the turnpike everything is 15 minutes away!

Next Thing. Flying into Ft Lauderdale is always Cheaper! So Is staying there. Fares on everything is cheaper..and like I said the drive is 15 minutes to everywhere. I've also noted that the hotels seems to be more clean and well maintained.

So book early and Ball on a budget!

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