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Ring in 2016 your way! This year Dallas is hosting an incredible amount of New Years Eve parties sure to please every taste. From full-on Burning-Man inspired maze parties to masquerades in art galleries and a mini-circus in a club, this is sure to be the best NYE ever! Check out some of the best parties in Dallas below.

A Masquerade NYE in an Art Gallery - Random Art Gallery

There aren't many things more appealing to me than a masquerade party within one of my favorite art galleries. They always know how to throw a fun party, and this open bar has one of the lowest covers for an NYE party of this type in Dallas. Lots of flowing champagne and two DJs will keep this party going from 9pm until 2am, so book an Uber now. This has always been a great venue for parties, and you're sure to see myself and the Dallas fashionistas here for NYE. For more information and ticket purchase, click here.

Acrobatics and Fire-eaters in Uptown at Le Cirque at Citizen

FIRE EATERS, STILT WALKERS, AERO ACROBATICS, OH MY! I never thought I would see the day a luxury circus invades one of the hottest Uptown lounges, but here we are. This is the place to go if you are looking to splurge on an unforgettable NYE, as Citizen was already named one of the best lounges in the big D. They pride themselves on exceptional bottle service, tapas style plates, entertainment, and an extensive champagne list. For more information and table packages, click here.

Dance Off with ISHI, DEZI5, TRUDEF, and SUPERSONIC LIPS at TREES

Your favorite Dallas dance masters are back for yet another smashing NYE in the heart of Deep Ellum. This lineup promises to be a combination of a pulsing dance floor and a nonstop multisensory experience, as every act boasts some of the best visuals in town. ISHI has opened for the legendary band New Order among headlining spots at SxSW and Meltdown Music Festival. DEZI5 has headlined the Dallas Observer Music Awards and boasts one of the best local songs of 2016. All of the artists are known for their addicting, groovy beats and high-energy performances. For more information click here. To purchase tickets click here.

Relive the Roaring 20's at Henry's Majestic (no cover)

Celebrate a New Year by traveling back to the past with the cocktail geniuses at Henry's Majestic! The DJ will be playing jazzy tunes and 1920's classics, gradually switching to current dance tracks around midnight. No cover and drink specials make this Uptown gem a different way to spend NYE. Reservations are recommended, and you can call 469-893-9400 to make yours today! You don't have to dress up in costume, but it never hurt anyone! For more information click here.

Ring in NYE Far Above the City - Reunion Tower NYE Party

Undoubtedly the NYE party with the best view of Dallas, Reunion Tower promises guests a truly luxury experience. The newly redecorated restaurant looks like something out of a luxury intergalactic resort, and the drinks here are out of this world. They had me at open bar, unlimited sushi, a photobooth, dessert, champagne, and DJ Jason Esquire. The floor is always spinning, so don't be surprised during that champagne toast at midnight. What could be more romantic than an evening up in the sky with an ever-changing view? For more information and ticket purchases, click here.

80's + BURLESQUE at TEXAS THEATRE

What could be better than a full on 80's night in one of the most beautiful historic theatres in the city? Did I mention a human ball drop? If you're not pre-ordering tickets already, they will also have live music throughout the night as well as stand-up comedy to break up the entertainment. With burlesque performances by the Texas Burlesque Peepshow, you might just see a sexy Patrick Bateman. Fingers crossed. A midnight champagne toast is included with all tickets, as well as an 80's costume contest. For more information and ticket purchases click here.

The Late-Night Scene at That That

If you can picture Warhol's crazy Factory parties reimagined in Deep Ellum, you've got That That. It is always a favorite late night hangout spot for the new wave of creatives in Dallas, so don't be surprised to catch more than a few faces featured in magazines. The music is always blasting well into the night, accompanied by themed light shows and visual performances. The party starts at 11pm and ends at 4am, so get on your dancing shoes and be ready to groove the night away. Purchase tickets at the door (bring lots of cash). For more info click here.

To follow my holiday adventures, check out my Instagrams:

@OurNewMonarch or my personal Instagram @Czarina_Ekaterina

HAVE A FUN AND SAFE NYE!! If you think I missed a notable NYE Party, comment below!


Courtesy of Papercity Magazine

Earlier this year Papercity invited some of Dallas' hottest fashion bloggers to the Cedars for a dynamic photoshoot focused on color and individual style. It was photographed by Molly Dickson for Sisterbrother Management, styled by Carlos Alonso-Parada for Onset Management, hair/makeup by Gabby Rosenberg, and art directed by Michelle Aviña.

Pictured above with me is Gwenda-lin Grewal, not only the designer of her own line, Hardly Alice, but also a philosophy professor. You can view her work here. Scroll down to check out some photos from behind the scenes at the shoot.

To see more fashion, check out my Instagram:@czarina_ekaterina

Read full article here.


Unbranded is back for its second year of local talent in a historic space of downtown Dallas. Presented by Matthew Alexander of Need Edition/Foremost Edition and Bryan DeLuca of Foot Cardigan, Unbranded features a variety of local retailers. Inspired by his initial successful pop-up store at NYFW 2014, Matthew wanted to do the same in Dallas. After meeting with DeLuca, Unbranded I was born, held over 6 weeks in the heart of Deep Ellum.

Moving to a bigger space for 2015, this is perfect for holiday shopping. Unbranded runs each weekend from November 19 until December 20, hosting weekly happy hours on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. For more information, visit Unbranded's website. Sellers this year include Need, Foremost, Foot Cardigan, THE CITIZENRY, Dandelion Cheesecakes, Bullzerk, Sunshine Tienda, The Hipster Baby, Moreau Boutique, Lounge County, Chloe and Isabel, Allettare, Cykochik, The Bodega Negra, Hillary Catherine Jewelry and Lilco Letterpress.

Caris Fawcett will be doing live artwork in the space at a pop-up gallery by tmacstudio.

The DEC, Dallas Entrepreneur Center, is providing working space and Method Coffee will be providing coffee. If you happen to be free Thursday, Mend will be providing delicious libations for the happy hour 5-9pm.

Check out Unbranded this weekend, open 11am-9pm Thursday with a happy hour 5-9pm, 11am-7pm on Friday, 8am-7pm on Saturday, and 12pm-5pm on Sunday.

Here are some of the highlights at Unbranded 2015.

Moreau Boutique

Moreau offers a carefully curated collection of limited-run clothing and accessories made with exceptional design and construction that you’ll love for life. Founded by Jessi Moreau in 2012 as an online and trunk show boutique, they will be opening their flagship store in Dallas soon.

We love finding outstanding pieces and labels that are new or undiscovered, and we strive to always present a fantastic collection of international brands from around the world and local brands made right here in DFW. We also love working with talented local designers to create custom collaboration pieces not found anywhere else.

Lounge County

The most comfortable lounge pants you'll find that look this good, honestly. They attribute their success to their fabric, fit, and focus. Currently they only produce 2 models: the partially-lined and the fully-lined pant. They offer a variety of sizes and colors, with each pair being made in the USA. Keep an eye out, as there is talk of a women's line coming soon.

Need Edition

Founded by Matthew Alexander, Need Edition is a refined men's lifestyle service and publication. Each month Need releases a series of products curated for the modern gentleman. From clothes and furniture to artwork, coffee, and literature, this company has your christmas list covered. Each collection has a story behind it, illustrated through independent journalism, photographs, and film from local creatives in each of their metropolitan markets. Past offering incredible gift ideas of small-batch products, their website hosts some beautiful short films and it's definitely worth a look.

Foremost Edition

Foremost designs a new collection of one-off, small-batch clothing each month alongside an interview series with some of the world's most creative personalities. Foremost offers 3-5 items per gender made in limited batches and sold for a short period of time. Manufacturing all items in the USA, Foremost offers both menswear and womenswear.

Hilary Catherine

Hillary Catherine creates jewelry using high quality materials such as sterling silver and 14k gold at reasonable prices. The metals are often adorned with semi-precious stones such as quartz, sapphire, moonstone, and opal. All of her jewelry is created using CAD technology then cast and hand assembled.

Foot Cardigan

The picture says it all. Get "fantastically fantastic" socks delivered to your mailbox every month! So, think the Dollar Shave Club but with fun, different socks. They have both adult and children sizes, so signing up at least one person you know is the gift that keeps on giving. While not exhibiting at Unbranded, Foot Cardigan is too kooky to pass up.

To follow me, check out my Instagram @Czarina_Ekaterina or @OurNewMonarch

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