Alright, my Carnival family, let’s have a little chat, shall we? You’re planning to step into a fete (or ten) this Carnival season, but are you truly ready? Because trust me, there’s a fine art to fetin'—and it comes with its own set of unspoken rules. If you want to avoid a cut-eye or a cuss out, read on.
1. "If you never packed a fete cooler, doh put your hand in it."
Listen, it’s simple math: If your contribution to the cooler is vibes alone, then vibes alone yuh should drink. Resist the temptation to reach for a cold one unless you packed something to share. Coolers are sacred—respect them.
2. "If you didn’t come to drink, don’t be a chaser waster."
Ah boy, this one’s for the professional freeloaders. If you’re not partaking in the rum, please don’t finish all the cranberry juice and soda. The rest of us need mixers too, you know.
3. "If it’s not your gyal/man, mind yuh business."
Ah, Carnival—where the wine is sweet and the boundaries are sometimes blurry. But hear nah, if you see someone’s significant other on the dancefloor getting on bad, hush yuh mouth and sip yuh drink. Not every story needs commentary.
4. "What happens in the fete, stays in the fete—put up yuh phone."
Carnival is not a content farm, babes. It’s about living in the moment, not broadcasting someone’s bad behaviour. Leave the Instagram Stories for the pretty costumes and the soca lyrics, not the bacchanal.
5. "Teif a wine is 5-10 seconds—then move along."
Carnival is the only time and place where you could roll up on a stranger, buss a wine, and carry on like nothing happened. But let me emphasize carry on. Stick to the golden rule: Five to ten seconds and yuh gone. Anything more than that is stalker behaviour.
6. "No is NO. If she eases you off, move on."
Consent is sexy, and at Carnival, it’s a must. If she signals you to ease off or says, “Nah, I good,” just move along gracefully. No hard feelings—plenty more vibes in the fete.
7. "Nice lady! No wings after lunch."
Ladies, this one’s for us. We know the costume wings are expensive, but after lunch ditch them. You can't be out here scratching up everyone and crab-walking through the streets.
8. "Young man! If you see her brucking out, put up your camera."
This isn’t TMZ, sir. If you catch a lady in full "bruck out and bend over" mode, let her enjoy her moment without the threat of it ending up in a group chat.
9. "Be mindful of what you post."
Speaking of group chats, remember: Not everything you see needs to be uploaded. What’s fun today could be somebody’s HR meeting tomorrow. Keep it light and respectful.
10. "If yuh not sure, doh lift yuh arms up."
This is a universal rule. Ladies and gents, if you’re feeling less-than-fresh, keep those arms to your side and stick to shoulder wines.
11. "If you’re not, doh talk up in anyone’s face."
Carnival is sweaty business. Mint, gum, or even a little Listerine before the fete will save lives.
12. "If yuh toe get mash, just laugh and move on."
Finally, prepare for your feet to get stepped on at least once. Resist the urge to get vex—yuh in a crowd, after all. Laugh it off and keep dancing.
13. "If rum is not your friend, leave it alone."
Carnival rum has no mercy, and neither does anything labelled White Oak, Cockspur, or J. Wray and His Nephews. These are not drinks—they’re life lessons in disguise. Sip responsibly, or risk questioning all your life choices and regretting that second round.
14. "Only dummies wear new shoes to carnival"
This is not the time to break in a fresh pair of kicks. New shoes = no toenails, blistered heels, and enough pain to make you rethink the entire 15-mile Road March. Be smart. Break those bad boys in before you hit the road—or pay the price in flesh and tears.
15. "Bonus Fete Etiquette Point: "Hydrate, babes, hydrate!"
You can’t wine, jam, and jump on vibes alone—your body needs water. For every drink you have, sip some H2O. The last thing you want is to be the person fainting mid-fete while everyone steps over you. Stay hydrated, stay standing, and stay ready for the next round!
Carnival is all about freedom, joy, and vibes, but it’s also about respect—for others and the culture. That’s where fete etiquette comes in: the unspoken rules to keep the vibes high and the drama low. Pack your cooler, grab your crew, and fete responsibly. And if you want to look flawless while doing it all, book your glam session at Carnival Glam Hub. Trust us, nothing beats being the best-dressed while following the rules! 😉
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