-to feature at least 100 revellers

XCITE, one of the newest Mashramani bands in Guyana, was officially launched in December with the objective of offering the ultimate Mash experience to masqueraders. The name speaks for itself and will provide style, vibes and bacchanal next month.

XCITE aims to explore the underlying concept of Mashramani by offering a theme of peace, love and unity.
Designer Surida Nagreadi feels that in Guyana, with its diverse richness in culture, Mashramani is the opportune time to create a costume to unite people, thus displaying a blending of ideas, talents and culture.
The costumes will also showcase Guyana’s rich tourism destinations which play an integral part in this country’s development, while showcasing skills, talents, art, drama and culture. These will be combined to provide a carnival-like atmosphere.
The group is also looking at the aspect of fashion and designing and XCITE is hoping to draw at least 100 revellers to take to the streets on Mash Day.
Those who wish to be a part of the event still have time to do so. The costumes are very affordable and were designed in such a way as to accommodate any budget.

50 PER CENT DOWN PAYMENT
To further encourage participation, the group is offering a 50 per cent down payment option where masqueraders will have a certain time to clear all payments before the big day. Their displays are located at GT Courtyard on Robb Street, Georgetown.
Nagreadi said she has put together two beautiful pieces, namely Serenity and Fusion. Serenity is the Front Line section which is the VIP package, while Fusion is the Back Line section.
Both sections are inclusive of drinks, food and security. There are also optional costumes for those who do not wish to wear the main costumes.
The MASH theme for 2014 is “Love & Colour”.