While the beginning of Lent is always a time of introspection, there is a serious turn up that happens in the isles of Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad Carnival, revered as the original Carnival, is a two-day fete filled with beautiful people, costumes, and of course…melanin!
But most importantly, it’s a celebration of the freedom and emancipation of African slaves on the island.
Check out 40 of the most beautiful costumes we’ve seen so far:
