Dominion, the Pink Empire
Egypt
It was great to see that some backlines weren't completely overwhelmed by the powerful frontlines: for example, Mongolian and Egyptian. The headpieces shown aren't reduced, or by much. Of course, many frontlines are spectacular and for those masqueraders who like to and can manage wearing all those extras on the road, your choices are difficult! Imperio, Español, Russian, Dominion and Akkadia have colours that really pop!
The Russian Empire
Trini-in-Toronto really likes Aztec, Mongolian, and Egypt. He was particularly impressed to see they leaned on the men to carry the theme. Designers hands are tied in a way because many women insist their costumes fit into a certain mold. If they stray from that, their costume won't sell.
Sparta, the Greek Empire
I can't stop looking at Sparta's
female headpiece, very strong design, and from the side it has an alien look,
so creepy cool! It must also be the models makeup. Love it! Egypt is another stand out that clearly says Cleopatra! All angles of the "mohawk" style Mongolian headpiece look great, & it looks like it would be light to wear. 
Mongolian Empire
Rio, the Brazilian Empire
Akkadia
I took notice of some different details, materials & beads used, particularly these in Imperio Español.
...and the feathered belt and jewellery in Shang Dynasty.
I like the black wet look suit.
Persian Empire
Babylon
Dominion, the Pink Empire
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On line registration was said to have started at 12 noon today, then 7 pm, but now it's tomorrow at 12 pm. Stay tuned...
Nationz also confirmed that they will be choosing which position in the parade they would like to be in. When the crowd was asked if they'd like to go down #1, there was a very distinct NO! response. Since many CNz masqueraders prefer to get a later start to the parade, at least not early, they could likely chose 3rd.
Trini-in-Toronto
wants to add that you know your band launch is big when there are 3
corn soup guys set up outside. Very appreciated when it's only 10°.
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