Carnival Costumes- are they too sexy and less cultural?

Carnival is a way for the people of the Caribbean to express themselves socially, artistically and sheer joy with visitors from all over the world. Everyone, including the spectators, is part of the celebrations. Carnival is the way to celebrate life! From Trinidad, Antigua, St. Lucia to St. Vincent we see revellers bearing all. 

But are we moving away from the cultural aspect and are the costumes becoming more and more like underwear? Traditionally Caribbean carnival  came from the rich African culture the tradition of creating pieces of sculpture, masks and costumes. For the Caribbean people carnival became an important way to express their rich cultural traditions and also as a form of expressing their emancipation from slavery.

Hey! don't get me wrong the colour, passion and vibrancy is still evident, if anything the inclusiveness is getting larger and larger. More people are actually taking part in the festivities, but is the cultural aspect even apart any more? 

Traditional costume

It use to be that a lot of creativity, energy and patience was put into work such as welding, painting, sewing, gluing, applying feathers, sequins and glitter creating wonderful cultural pieces. Carnival groups, entertained by music orchestras, parade and dance wearing costumes depicting a common theme. 

Are the costumes now more sexy and less cultural or is it new style new culture?