Another aspect of the fashion evolution of costumes at Notting Hill Carnival is the commercialisation and outsourcing to mass produce costumes. As with anything that becomes bigger over time ...

the Notting Hill Carnival has stayed true to its Caribbean origin, despite expanding massively since the first one over 50 years ago. Hundreds of people parade in extravagant, colourful costumes ...

Slavery was abolished in the Caribbean in 1838, and the liberated people now fully embraced carnival as their own. Their Mas costumes were ... at the first 'Notting Hill Carnival' on 30th January ...

Notting Hill Carnival returns to west London this August bank holiday for the 56th year. Carnival is one of the longest running street parties in the world and the largest street party in Europe.

Have you ever been to the Notting Hill Carnival? Or, do you have a favourite costume from the ones displayed here? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Notting Hill Carnival is an unabashed celebration of ... But at the heart of them all is the spectacle: masqueraders in jaw-dropping costumes, flamboyant floats and chest-pounding sound systems.

The Notting Hill Carnival is a vibrant annual street festival in London celebrating Caribbean culture. Held over the August bank holiday, it features colourful costumes, music, food and dancing ...