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Archived: No $8K Carnival Costumes in Legacy Mas- Band Leader Says That's Ridiculous!

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Masaqueraders will never, in this lifetime spend $7,000 and $8000 for any costume with Big Mike Antoine’s Legacy mas band, and that’s an assurance ETCETERABUZZ.COM got this afternoon from the veteran band leader. Legacy Mas hosts its 2014 band launch this Sunday at the Zen nightclub on Keate Street in Port-of-Spain.  Today, Big Mike spilled the beans on what’s to come and by the sound of things, 2014 is gonna be nothing short of sheer excitement!

Big Mike Antoine and Juliet De La Bastide run the show at Legacy.

Big Mike Antoine and Juliet De La Bastide run the show at Legacy. PHOTO: ZOOM Photography.

In 2013, mas man, Brian Mac Farlane took the Band of the Year title for the final time, exiting the big stage with a bang indeed. Peter Minshall who’d made a mark in the carnival industry years prior, had been instrumental to many mas men and masqueraders but those who yearned for Minshall’s carnival splendor, turned to Mac Farlane and over the years, he certainly made them happy. Now, with the exit of Mac Farlane, Big Mike told ETCETERABUZZ.COM that Legacy will be picking up the slack, but the band won’t be forgetting its  die-hard bikini and beads lovers, ensuring that Legacy will accommodate everyone in a very special way.

Explaining that a few sections will be dedicated to that type of mas, Mike said Legacy will see the coming together of the young and the young at heart- allowing for a true sense of togetherness on the road. The band pays tribute to Mac Farlane in 2014 with their presentation of ‘Nature’s Touch’. “I spoke with him about it and he was very thankful,” said Mike of Mac Farlane. He however told us that Mac Farlane won’t be in Trinidad for the band launch this Sunday.

The sections dedicated to the Mac Farlane type mas will even be outfitted with riddim sections and according to Mike, the true stories of Carnival will be displayed as the revelers parade the streets next year. With costumes set to be showcased around 10:30pm on Sunday, Mike told EBUZZ that the doors at Zen will open at 8:30pm, with partying set to go on until 3am. Carded to hit the stage for the enjoyment of the crowd are Mr. Renzo, Flippo and the band Traffik.

Now, back to the issue of cost….

Mike, in no uncertain terms says he thinks it is absolutely ridiculous for any masquerader to pay exorbitant costs of $7,000 and $8,000 for a costume. “Trinidadian people like to gallery. They like to tell people how much they spend and in what band, hoping to get a reaction when they call names that are considered the prestige bands,” he said. The mas maker told us it’s sad that people sacrifice their home mortgage payments and take big loans to satisfy that need they seem to have- that need to attain a sense of status. “It’s the same food, the same music, the same road but instead of shopping around, they pay big bucks for the same experience,” he said.

Big Mike’s Legacy travels to various carnival destinations annually. Today he told us the band and its supporters are like a family unit. “People who play with Legacy come to have real fun and that’s why when people ask me which celebrity is coming to play in the band, I tell them, everyone is a celebrity in Legacy!”

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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.

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Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.

Rapper, Drake has released three new albums simultaneously.

One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’

The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.

In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.

The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’

Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.

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Caribbean Fashion Is A Big Deal. Designer, Ecliff Elie Expands With Women In Mind.

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Caribbean fashion is top tier. In a world of copy and paste designs, Caribbean brands like the incomparable Ecliff Elie, stand in a class of their own. Earlier this month, the menswear brand made a major announcement and whether you’ve heard or not, we’re here to tell you, this is huge.

The Ecliff Elie brand will now be delivering its seamless, tailored appeal to women. The brand is known for its precision tailoring and disciplined garment construction so with that at its foundation, women can now feel the complete effect of the Ecliff Elie touch. The company steps out into this aspect of its business after what it says has been years of delivering this service privately to women. Dubbed ‘Bespoke — Tailored for Women,’ Ecliff Elie is now offering the service, at scale.

The introduction reflects a focused extension of Elie’s established approach to tailoring – one built on proportion, control, and consistency. Each garment is developed through a guided process that considers posture, movement, and presence, ensuring that the final result aligns with how the individual operates and presents herself.

From custom blazers to trousers, skirts, and dresses, customers will now be able to get their custom designed Ecliff Elie apparel, through a consultation-led process where every decision—from cut to finish—is deliberate. The company says fabric selection will be approached with the same level of discipline, with materials chosen for structure, performance, and longevity, allowing each piece to maintain its standard over time.

“This is not a new direction,” Elie states. “It is a continuation of work I have done over time, now introduced with structure and clarity.”

With more than three decades of experience, Ecliff Elie has consistently positioned presentation as a defining factor in how individuals are perceived. His work has guided clients across industries to approach style as a matter of precision and intent rather than preference.

“When the garment is correct, everything changes,” he adds. “You move differently. You carry yourself differently. That is the standard.”

As more women continue to operate at the highest levels across business, leadership, and professional environments, the demand for tailoring that reflects both authority and individuality has grown. This offering responds to that shift with a process designed to deliver consistency, clarity, and control.

Through Bespoke — Tailored for Women, Ecliff Elie continues to refine his approach while maintaining a clear focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a disciplined standard of execution.

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