Carnival De Vogue

Carnival De Vogue is an electrifying celebration of artistic expression, transforming the traditional runway into a dynamic canvas where fashion becomes a powerful medium of storytelling. This flagship event of Xpressions, XIMB, challenges participants to transcend conventional boundaries, using their slick choices as a provocative language that sparks dialogue, and challenges perceptions, showing that fashion can be a language of connection and understanding.

General Instructions:

• Team Size: 21 (including participants and assistance)

• The event will be conducted on campus

• Obscenity of any kind would lead to disqualification from the event.

• Decisions of the judges will be final and binding

Structure:

Round venue: XIMB Ground

Teams have to perform (ramp walk) on the theme provided by the organizers on a well-versed choreography accompanied by a pre-recorded track within the given time limit.

Theme (open to Interpretation): Choose any one of the following:

• Ethereal Elements

• Mythical Glamour

Time Limit: 15 minutes (including set up and clearance time)

In this electrifying round, performers will transform the runway into a profound psychological canvas, exploring the complex landscape of human emotions, inner struggles, and hidden dimensions of the mind. Each performance becomes a raw, visual poetry that unveils the intricate dance between our visible exterior and the rich, often unexplored territories of our inner world.

Rules:

• It is imperative that all team members carry their college ID cards and must present them during the time of registration at the campus.

• A penalty will be imposed for violating the prescribed time limit.

• Usage of props is allowed. These are to be brought by the teams themselves. The organizers hold the discretion to allow the prop on stage.

• The organizers shall not bear any responsibility in case of loss or damage of prop materials.

• Pre-recorded music or tracks should be brought in a pen drive in .mp3 format only (as other formats may not be supported on the computer; use them at your own risk). This needs to be submitted to the organizers 2 hrs prior to the event.

• Light and sound requirements must be informed to the organizers 2 hrs prior to the event.

• The vulgarity of any kind is not allowed and will subject the participating team to disqualification. Hence, if the team feels that any stunt or costume design can be considered as vulgar, it is strongly advised to consult the organizers before performing it on stage.

• The decision of the organizers will be final in case of any disputes arising due to this.

• Performers have to clear the stage after their performance otherwise the organizers will penalize them heavily.

• Any kind of fluid, powder, flame or heavy object is not allowed on stage.

• The decision of the judges shall be final and binding.

• In case of any disputes, the organizing committee reserves the right to deliberate and take the final call.

Judging Criteria:

• Creativity

• Makeup and Styling

• Props and Costumes

• Choreography

• Ramp Walk

• Overall Impact