The 49th annual Chi Omega Christmas Market kicks off with its Preview Party on Thursday, November 19, from 5-9 p.m. at Dallas Market Center’s World Trade Center on the 11th Floor. This year’s Preview Party will feature Elyce Arons, co-founder of Kate Spade and co-founder and CEO of Frances Valentine. Guests can enjoy an evening of holiday shopping among more than 250 merchants, meet Arons and purchase her New York Times bestselling memoir, We Might Just Make It After All, with opportunities for book signings throughout the evening.

A 35-year fashion veteran, Arons helped build Kate Spade into one of the world’s most recognizable fashion brands before launching Frances Valentine in 2016 with Kate and Andy Spade. Her memoir, published in June 2025, chronicles her decades-long friendship with Kate Spade and her journey building two iconic fashion brands.

The Preview Party offers a first look at the four-day Market, which raises critical funds for local nonprofit organizations and collegiate scholarships. Tickets are available at chiomegachristmasmarket.org. Preview Party tickets must be purchased by November 8, 2026.