Trendy ways to incorporate red this Chinese New Year

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Chinese New Year is just around the corner, which means it’s time for a wardrobe refresh! Whether you are a traditionalist or not, starting the new year with the lucky colour is essential, as it is also a way to show respect to the elderly. The Chinese New Year (CNY) is a time for celebration and good fortune. To welcome the year of the rabbit, we are here to bring you some ideas on how to wear the “ong” colour- red, which symbolises good fortune this Chinese New Year.

Here are some ways to incorporate this colour into your everyday Chinese New Year outfit.

Red Makeup Look

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Red lipstick will do if you don’t have a red outfit. Red is one of the most commonly associated with CNY lucky colours, bringing wealth, prosperity, and happiness. When is the right time to go for bold red makeup if it is not for CNY? Pick your red eyeshadow with a pretty pink blusher, add some glitter to your eyes, and walla! Your first-day Chinese New Year look is done! You might want to try the cute douyin makeup look that’s going crazy on TikTok right now.

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Accessories

Accessories can be a great way to add a little bit of shine and sparkle into your look — and they’re an easy way to incorporate the Ong colour. For example, try wearing a statement gold or red necklace or bracelet! Not a fan of jewellery? Don’t sweat, as you can wear a red handbag to collect your angpao!

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Dresses

What better way to still look chic and fashionable in CNY than in a dress? A piece that can be worn all year and for any occasion. They will flatter you in everything from mini to maxi dresses. You can wear a red or gold dress or any other bright colour. Plus, wearing a dress will definitely help you survive the Singapore weather.

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Red is not the only “ong” colour

If you run out of ideas about what red element you can incorporate into your outfit this year, don’t worry. This year of the rabbit, pink, purple, and blue are also some of the lucky colours you can wear this Chinese New Year. From top to bottom, there’s something in this colour for everyone!


So, let’s dress to impress while still getting prosperity and good fortune this Lunar New Year. Comment down below on how you wear the lucky colours for Chinese New Year.

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