Bling CARNIVAL COSTUMES are YOUR OTT INSPIRATION

Bling carnival costumes are utterly Over The Top. And that’s perfect!

The most famous carnivals are in Venice and Rio.

And the bling on display is astounding. Especially in Rio which is also the world’s largest yearly carnival.

Carnival events are held all over the world and usually take place in February or March. Wikipedia lists over 60 countries where carnivals enliven the year.

For Christians, carnivals have been a way of letting down their hair before the fasting and rigors of Lent for centuries.

Historically carnivals may have a more practical purpose, at least in Europe. The feasting and drinking was a way of using up stored winter butter, cheese and meats before the first food harvests of spring.

Whatever the origins of the carnival closest to you there is no denying the bling factor has exploded in modern times.

In fact elaborate carnival costumes often showcase the latest and most incredible fashion embellishments.

Iridescent Swarovski crystals. Oversized acrylics cut to look like gemstones. Heat transfer rhinestones. The latest sequin fabric designs.

All the best bling is tried and tested during carnivals the world over to become the fashions and accessories we love here at the SequinQueen Sparkling Life Magazine.

And as a fellow Glitterist we know you love it too.

Thrill then to the best of carnival bling curated below just for you.

You’ll find one or two bling carnival costumes to amaze you.

Though it’s probable most will.

You may even find your next carnival outfit.

Or inspiration for next Friday’s cocktail party…

1. Nude Color Bodice with Beads, Sequins, Wings and Head Piece.

2. Dark Blue Rhinestones and Beads Bodice with Feathers and Glittering Crown.

3. Silver Sequin and Beads Bra and Pantie with Crystal and Feathers Head Piece and Knee High Boots.

4. Amazing Multi-Color Rhinestones and Beaded Bikini with Colourful Head Piece and Wings with Gold Knee Heigh Boots.

5. Glittering All White Rhinestones and Beaded Bikini with Gladiator Style Sandals and Grand Head Piece.

6. Pastel Purple and Pink Beaded Bikini with Head Piece and Feathers.

7. Nicki Minaj Showcases Her Curves in an Elaborate Crystal Embellished Carnival Costume.

8. Grand Carnival Costume with Blue Rhinestones and Beads and Knee High Sandals.

9. White Rhinestones with Colorful Crystals Carnival Costume with Glittering Necklace and Headpiece.

10. Nature Inspired Floral Design Carnival Costume with Rhinestones and Crystals in Green and Pink.

11. Gold, Red and Orange Rhinestones with Mirror Sequins Bikini Wear with Feather Head Piece and Shimmering Jewels.

12. Green Rhinestones with Glass Sequins Bikini Set Carnival Costume with Feathers.

13. Rihanna Wearing a White Themed Rhinestones and Beaded Bikini with Feathers and Crystal Head Piece.

14. Black Leotard with Rhinestones and Sequins Carnival Wear and Silver Crystals Flat Slippers and Green Head Piece.

15. Shining One Shoulder Short Dress with Sequins and Rhinestones and Pheasant Feather Head Piece.

16. Even Men Can Bling During Carnivals in an Elaborate Crystal Embellished Feather Outfit.

17. Turquoise, Silver and Gold Rhinestones, Beads and Embellished Bra with Beaded Scarf Skirt and Beautiful Head Piece.

18. Samba Parade Drag Carnival Rio Dancer Headdress Costume with Chunky Rhinestones in Canary Yellow.

19. Beautiful Hand Made Samba Carnival Costume with Feathered Backpack, Samba Sleeves and Rhinestone Embellished Bra and Pantie.

20. Beautiful Hand Made Carnival Feathered Headpieces with Sequin and Beaded Bra in Blue and White.

21. Stunning Hand Made Glittering Rhinestones and Crystal Carnival Tiara and Necklace.

22. Glittering Beaded Bikini with Handmade Feather Wig and Carnival Costume Back Piece.

23. Crystal and Rhinestones Bling Purple and Neon Green Color Theme Carnival Costume.

24. Astounding Red Carnival Outfit with Beautiful Handmade Tiara in Red and Maroon.

25. White Sleeveless Gown with Embellished Rhinestones, Crystals and Grand Handmade White Carnival Angel Wings.