Essential Knowledge: Carny Culture

[Lenore Lovelace]

What is a Carny?

The answer will vary depending on whom you ask.  Popular stereotype dictates a Carny as a carnival worker who is an alcoholic/drug addict, and most likely on the run from the law.

This week's Carny Style explores the meaning behind a term that most willingly throw around, dispelling myths and explaining how a culture should be respected, even if one does not understand it.  Also included is a fantastic guide that takes advantage of this Spring's 1920's inspired fashions and blends them with contemporary pieces, and featured product recommendations from Illamasqua.