Right now, as you read this, Rio de Janeiro is alive. The Sambadrome is thundering with drums, the streets are flooded with blocos, and over a million people are dancing through the biggest party on Earth. Carnaval 2026 is happening, February 13th through the 21st, and the energy is exactly what you imagine: sequins catching the sun, samba shaking the pavement, and an entire city dressed to celebrate.
This is where Dress To was born. And this is the moment our newest collection was made for.
Dress To Samba is our Carnaval capsule, 13 pieces designed in Rio de Janeiro for the women who dance, celebrate, and shine during Brazil's most iconic week. Sequins, fringe, gold, and copper in silhouettes made to move. This collection is currently available exclusively in Brazil, but it is an essential part of who we are as a brand. Because before Dress To was in Miami, before it was online, it was on the streets of Rio.
The Sequin Edit: Shine Like the Sambadrome
Carnaval dressing is about one thing: being seen. And nothing catches the light like sequins against Rio's summer sky.
The Top Paetê is the centerpiece of the collection, a red sequin crop top with front ties that captures the Carnaval spirit in a single piece. Bold, festive, and designed to pair with everything from a flowing skirt to high-waisted shorts. Red sequins at Carnaval are not just a choice, they are a statement.
For a complete look, the Vestido Curto Paetê Color is a multicolor sequin mini dress that moves between copper, gold, and bronze tones. It is the kind of piece that makes you the center of the bloco without trying. The shifting colors catch every angle of light, whether you are dancing under the sun or under string lights at a rooftop party.
If you prefer separates, the Saia Paetê Com Franja brings gold sequins and fringe together in a skirt that was designed to move. Every step, every turn of the hips, the fringe catches the rhythm. Pair it with a simple top and let the skirt do the talking.
Style Tip: At Carnaval, more is more. Layer sequins with bold earrings and let your outfit reflect the energy around you. The rule is simple: if you are wondering whether it is too much, it is not enough.
The Gold Edit: Copper, Bronze, and Pure Brazilian Glow
Gold tones are a Carnaval tradition. They reference the warmth of the Brazilian sun, the shimmer of the Sambadrome floats, and the spirit of celebration that runs through every samba school parade. This year, the Dress To Samba collection leans into copper and bronze shades that feel modern and luxurious.
The Body Paetê Com Cobra is a copper-toned sequin bodysuit that works as a standalone statement or as the foundation for a layered Carnaval look. Bodysuits are a smart choice for Carnaval, they stay in place through hours of dancing and give you a clean silhouette no matter how much you move.
The Conjunto Top E Hotpant Paetê is a gold sequin matching set, top and hotpants, that brings coordinated glamour to the streets. Matching sets have been a growing Carnaval trend because they look intentional and styled without requiring any effort once you put them on.
For those who love the multicolor energy of Carnaval, the Conjunto Top E Hotpant Paetê Color offers the same silhouette in a mixed-tone sequin that shifts between bronze, copper, and darker metallic shades. It is the set for the woman who wants to stand out even in a crowd of a million.
The Carnaval T-Shirt: Festive Without the Fuss
Not every Carnaval moment calls for sequins. The morning blocos, the casual street parties, the day-long celebrations that start at sunrise, sometimes you want something that captures the spirit without the sparkle.
The T-shirt Tela Amor de Carnaval is exactly that. A lightweight mesh tee with playful Carnaval-inspired graphics that works for the daytime blocos where comfort is everything. Pair it with denim shorts and sneakers for a look that says "I am here to dance" without overthinking it. It is also the kind of piece that travels well beyond Carnaval, wear it on a weekend in Miami, at a summer festival, or any day that calls for a little Brazilian energy.
Style Tip: Bloco dressing is all about layers you can lose. Start with the T-shirt Tela, tie a light scarf around your waist, and you are ready for a full day on the streets.
The Finishing Touches: Accessories That Tell a Story
Carnaval accessories in Brazil are never an afterthought. They are part of the costume, part of the expression, part of how you tell the world who you are during the week when anything goes.
The Arco Peixe and Brinco Peixe bring a nature-inspired, sculptural element to the collection with fish-shaped accessories that reference Rio's coastal identity. They are bold, artistic, and unlike anything you will find in a typical jewelry case.
The Arco Cobra adds a metallic accent in copper tones that ties together the gold sequin pieces in the collection, while the Brinco Concha, shell-shaped earrings, bring an organic, beach-meets-celebration energy that is pure Rio de Janeiro.
These are the details that transform an outfit into a Carnaval look. A sequin top is beautiful on its own, but add a pair of sculptural fish earrings and suddenly you are telling a story.
Style Tip: Statement earrings are the easiest way to elevate Carnaval dressing. When your outfit already shines, let your accessories add personality rather than more sparkle.
Why Carnaval Matters to Dress To
The Dress To Samba collection is currently available exclusively in Brazil, but we share it here because Carnaval is not just a product launch for us. It is our origin story. It is the rhythm that runs through every piece we make, even the quiet linen dresses designed for a Sunday morning. There is always a little samba in everything we do.
If you are in Rio this week, find these pieces at our Brazilian stores or at dressto.com.br. If you are in Miami, bring that same energy into your wardrobe with our year-round collections at dressto.com and at our flagship store at Shops at Merrick Park.
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