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Luxury Chinese New Year Outfit Inspirations for a Fashionable Celebration

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Embrace the shift from Radiant Rooster to Dazzling Dragon this Lunar New Year with these captivating luxury brand collaborations. Dive into the festive spirit and start your celebratory shopping!


KENZO LUNAR NEW YEAR COLLECTION 2024

The KENZO Lunar New Year Collection, curated by the Artistic Director Nigo, presents an extensive range of ready-to-wear items adorned with vibrant, retro-inspired depictions of the dragon. From various accessories to apparel for both men and women, including gender-neutral options, KENZO ensures a delightful experience during this festive season.


Given the dragon's historical significance as a symbol of auspiciousness, imperial power, and good fortune, the collection pays tribute to this enduring element of Chinese culture and echoes the timeless graphic patterns evident throughout KENZO's creative legacy.


Embracing the cultural significance of the number "8" as the luckiest digit in China, the collection playfully incorporates it into denim, woven, knit, and jersey garments, as well as accessories. The assortment is completed with stylish and whimsical accessories such as a small pouch, card holder, baseball cap, and keyring, all featuring Lunar New Year dragon graphics through stamping or embroidery.



LOEWE JADE COLLECTION

Renowned for its exquisite beauty and enduring nature, jade held a significance surpassing even that of gold, symbolizing virtues such as goodness, intelligence, prosperity, and luck. LOEWE's Jade collection pays homage to the masterful art of carving, spanning from ancient to contemporary times. This assortment encompasses bags, charms, and fine jewelry dedicated to the intricate craftsmanship and diverse colors found in Chinese jade sculptures. The collection's campaign, lensed by David Sims, features Chinese actress and Global Brand Ambassador Yang Mi.


Jade, with its subtle hues, mysterious veining, and lustrous sheen, boasts a rich history in China, serving ceremonial, ornamental, and practical purposes for millennia. To mark the Lunar New Year in February, LOEWE collaborated with master jade carvers Xiaojin Yin, Qijing Qiu, and Lei Cheng. Each expert crafted a series of five limited-edition pendants, individually hand-carved and mounted on an 18-carat gold chain.


Xiaojin Yin's Emerald Green pendant, depicting a cabbage with a cricket perched atop, holds cultural significance as bok choy, a cultivated Chinese vegetable, symbolizes wealth and abundance. Qijing Qiu's Light Mauve pendant features an eggplant, believed to resemble a hat-wearing high-ranking official, symbolizing status and success. Lei Cheng's Spring Jade pendant, a pea pod adorned with a snail, carved from near-flawless jade, symbolizes fertility, abundance, and luck.


Extending the rare craft of the pendant series, LOEWE introduces a collection of Flamenco Purse Mini bags. Inspired by the hues of carefully chosen antique jade carvings, colors such as Emerald Green, Dark Brick, Spring Jade, Sugar Yellow, Dark Khaki, and Light Mauve grace these bags. The Flamenco bags, with their orb-like shape and ruched nappa leather, house a special inside pocket containing a precious ring of jade stone in a matching color, symbolizing good luck for the approaching new year.



MCM x BAPE COLLECTION

This Lunar New Year, the renowned German luxury fashion house MCM collaborates once again with the trailblazing Japanese streetwear giant *A BATHING APE® (BAPE®), creating a highly anticipated capsule that is a must-have for fashion enthusiasts and contemporary streetwear followers who adopt a style approach transcending seasons, gender, and age.

Building on the excitement generated by their inaugural collaboration in 2019, these two iconic brands join forces anew to redefine the aesthetics and attitude of luxury streetwear, commemorating the Year of the Dragon for the first time.

Infused with an inspiring blend of style, individuality, and an unrestrained spirit of innovation, this much-anticipated collaboration elevates the realm of luxury streetwear by marrying MCM's rich heritage of artisanship and mobility with BAPE®'s dynamic creativity.


Featuring MCM's iconic silhouettes, including ready-to-wear, the Boston, the handheld pouch, and more, the collection showcases a bold exploration of patterns, playful graphic applications, and the fusion of BAPE®'s infamous shark motif with MCM's signature Visetos. At the heart of the collaboration, the notorious BAPE STA™ logo takes center stage, adorned with a golden dragon, embodying unapologetic confidence and irreverent style for the new year.


Aside from the exclusive Lunar New Year collaboration, don't miss MCM's SS24 collection, a testament to the brand's reclaimed iconoclastic ethos. Titled "Made for Movement," the collection reimagines accessories for expanded versatility, featuring innovative materials. Ready-to-wear embraces comfortable urban sportswear in travel-ready, wrinkle-free fabrics, transcending conventional workwear and leisurewear classifications for any occasion. Exploring MCM's heritage since 1976, the collection deconstructs the classic Visetos pattern into iconic Laurel and Diamond motifs, MCM lettering, and the signature Cognac colorway. Focusing on size and scale, these design codes forge a new visual identity, bridging the past and future as a badge of independence for today's value-driven consumer—a true Zeitgeist.




FENDI X FRGMT x POKEMON

Pokemon enthusiasts will be eager to capture Fendi's capsule collection, cleverly featuring the dragon-type characters Dratini, Dragonair, and Dragonite from the Japanese franchise.

This collaboration involves the Italian luxury label, The Pokemon Company, and Fragment (FRGMT) – the streetwear line by Japanese designer and musician Hiroshi Fujiwara, known as the godfather of streetwear.

Spanning across Fendi's bag lineup, from the Peekaboo to the iconic Baguette and the less-known By The Way Mini, the Pokemon characters introduce a vibrant burst of color to the brand's classic brown and tobacco palette. This lively theme extends to men's accessories, ready-to-wear items, scarves, and jewelry.


A standout in the collection is the beaded Baguette, adorned with intricate beadwork forming the FF motif and depicting Pokemon in all three evolutionary stages. Enhanced with an FF clasp featuring metal wings and a multicolored beaded fringe, this piece is a true collector's item.



BOTTEGA VENETA

Deviating from a literal approach in its Chinese New Year capsule collection, the Italian luxury brand has opted to infuse a celebratory flair into some of its renowned bags by incorporating vibrant color schemes and intricate details reminiscent of dragon "scales."


The brand skillfully integrated dragon elements into its distinctive Intrecciato weave pattern, particularly in the Sardine, Andiamo, and Jodie bags. A subtle observation is necessary to catch the protruding spikes and the dragon-tail handle adorning the Mini Jodie. Additionally, dragon-inspired earrings with spikes and a matching necklace are also part of the collection.



MOSCHINO

Marking the occasion, the Italian fashion house pays tribute to Bubble and Bobble, the beloved dragon characters from the vintage Japanese arcade game created by Taito in 1986. The celebratory collection includes dresses, T-shirts, sweatshirts, bags, and shoes adorned with the cheerful twin brothers and their eclectic group of friends.


MAX MARA CHINESE NEW YEAR COLLECTION

Max Mara joyously commemorates Lunar New Year 2024 through an enchanting narrative featuring Max the Dragon and his faithful companion, Little Ted. Their adventurous journey unfolds in the scenic landscapes of Fjords and wildflower meadows. The wardrobe showcased draws inspiration from the traditional festivities of Chinese New Year, displaying a lively palette of red hues and floral prints evocative of Scandinavian wildflower gardens.

This selection is not only influenced by the traditional Chinese New Year celebrations but also draws from the captivating realm of "Scandidragon," the mythical hero in ancestral tales embraced by our stylish protagonists, Max the Dragon and Little Ted. From this harmonious blend of fashion flights and folkloric fantasies emerges a collection infused with the romance of fjords and the majestic splendor of Chinese New Year celebrations.

Max Mara presents a meticulously curated array of pieces in timeless black and vibrant scarlet. The lineup includes a short Teddy Bear Coat and other glamorous jackets in rich red tones, featuring linings dedicated to the Year of the Dragon. Printed shirts and floral knitwear pay homage to Scandinavian wildflower garlands, while shiny brooches add the finishing touch to this captivating ensemble.

COACH
In celebration of the event, the American fashion brand enlisted the talents of Chinese artist Lian Yang to infuse traditional Chinese art forms and imagery into its Year of the Dragon collection. Hailing from Beijing, Yang incorporates the ancient technique of mineral rock painting into her artistic practice.
For Coach, she delved into this art form, crafting a dragon print that incorporates symbolic elements such as clouds and lotus flowers. This unique design is featured on selected ready-to-wear items. The whimsical creature gracefully adorns the New Year Rogue 25 with a Dragon and graces the packaging of the Micro Box Set, which includes four mini Coach bags.

TOD'S 2024 YEAR OF THE DRAGON COLLECTION

Tod's introduces a special 2024 Year of the Dragon Collection, drawing inspiration from the Chinese zodiac to commemorate the upcoming Chinese New Year festivities. The Italian brand's iconic leather accessories, now in rich burgundy tones, showcase a distinctive double dragon motif as a nod to the approaching new year. Crafted with meticulous Italian expertise, the collection combines soft leather and contrasting color stitching details, welcoming the arrival of Spring and celebrating the Chinese New Year with signature silhouettes.
This exclusive collection comprises three of Tod’s shoes – the Gommino Bubble, Tod’s sneaker, and Tod’s leather loafer – each adorned with a double dragon motif surrounding Tod’s logo on their inner soles. Additionally, the iconic Tod’s Shopping Bag features a double dragon motif on its internal leather pouch. The collection extends to include matching leather charms featuring the dragon’s head and Tod’s scented candle for a fragrant home ambiance.
LORO PIANA 2024 LUNAR NEW YEAR CAPSULE COLLECTION
For those who appreciate subtlety in ushering in good fortune, the Italian brand's pastel Capsule Collection offers an ideal choice. Paying homage to the dragon, symbolizing power, good luck, and wisdom for the 2024 Lunar New Year, the collection incorporates details inspired by oriental culture. Embroidered or stylized dragon motifs grace clothing and accessories crafted with Maison's exclusive yarns, including Baby Cashmere, Cashmere double, eco cashmere moulinè, and Sea Island cotton jersey.
Presented in a refined palette of pastel colors, ranging from lilac to pink and pale blue to aquamarine, notable pieces from the Capsule Collection include the Elbert jacket, the Halona cape, the Extra Pocket bag, the Baseball Hat, and feminine garments adorned with the timeless Lunar Paisley print. The Summer Walk suede shoes are elegantly enhanced with a dragon charm. The Collection is complemented by the Spagna Jacket for both men and women, along with t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, scarves, and soft stuffed toy dragons.

DELVAUX

Renowned as the world's oldest fine leather luxury goods company, the Belgian luxury brand has infused an endearing charm into its Cool Box bag. Constructed from soft Taurillon calfskin featuring two-tone embossed leather marquetry, this special Chinese New Year edition boasts a delicate pink hue, aptly named Bloom, and is adorned with a dragon silhouette. The bag is further distinguished by two top handles and the signature D-buckle, completing this whimsically quirky piece.



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Discover the Epitome of Luxury with SoGoodK’s Pop-Up Store at Takashimaya this Lunar New Year

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From now until 7 February 2024, indulge in the opulence of Exclusive Premium Korean goods and prepare for a Lunar New Year celebration like no other at the SoGoodK Pop-up store, located at Takashimaya B2, just outside Cold Storage check out. 

This limited-time pop-up venture is to offer a seamless and delightful gifting experience, especially as the Lunar New Year approaches. SoGoodK acknowledges the importance of hassle-free shopping, and to that end, the pop-up store features a unique advantage - same-day and next-day delivery services. This ensures that you can effortlessly select your Exclusive Premium Korean goods and have them delivered promptly to your doorstep, just in time for festive celebrations.
Embrace the spirit of gifting with a curated selection featuring the popular Fresh Jeju Island's Mandarins - Red Hyang mandarins, a premium hybrid of Jeju's Hallabong and Noji Tangerines, renowned for elevated sweetness. Experience the allure of Hallabong, Jeju Island's signature mandarin grown near Hallasan Mountain. A must-try, renowned for its sweet, succulent flesh and rich Vitamin C content. Available exclusively during the winter season. Speaking of Winter, discover Winter Prince, Jeju Island's newest citrus sensation. Harvested since 2020, it's renowned for its thin peel, sweet taste, and easy-to-eat nature - all presented in luxurious packaging, ensuring a delightful Lunar New Year present for your loved ones.

From left to right: Red Hyang, Winter Prince, Hallabong

Highlighting the pop-up experience, SoGoodK is delighted to present the Premium Luxury Hangwa Gift Sets - a set of Korean sweets carefully crafted by Damyang Hangwa, a brand associated with tradition and authenticity. This Hangwa collection allows patrons to experience the luxury and value of gifting through various compositions such as yugwa, jeonggwa, and gangjeong – making it the perfect gift for loved ones on special occasions.

From left to right: Seolhang, Yaehang, Mihyang

Beyond the gastronomic journey, discover the fascinating origin of pine nuts – did you know that Korea is the native country of the world's finest pine nuts? This is attributed to Korea's optimal environment, fostering the growth of the best pine nuts, a fact celebrated through SoGoodK's delectable Pine Nut cookies and pure Pine nuts.

From left to right: Pure Pine Nut Gift Set Bottles, Pine Nut Cookies Gift Set

Not to be missed is the addition of the Dried Persimmon Gift Set, sourced from the Sangju region where the environment is ideal for cultivating fruits. After a meticulous 60-day drying process, these natural delights showcase a thin outer skin and a luscious jelly-like interior. With no added sugar and 100% pesticide-free, these treats offer guilt-free indulgence straight from the package. The unique chewy, jelly-like texture, crafted through natural peeling and drying processes, not only makes them a delectable standalone treat.

Semi-Dried Persimmons, variety of 18pcs or 24pcs

SoGoodK presents an exclusive offer: receive a complimentary Tangerine Pouch for every $200 spent per order. This stylish accessory adds a touch of elegance to your Lunar New Year celebrations and visits.

SoGoodK invites you to immerse in the world of Exclusive Premium Korean goods at the Pop-up store in Takashimaya B2. Here, convenience meets elegance, and cultural richness is celebrated with every purchase. This limited-time event is taking place at Takashimaya Shopping Mall in Orchard, situated at Basement 2, Outside Cold Storage Checkout, booth SoGoodK Singapore 238873.



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Celebrate Chinese New Year with Panoramic Views of Marina Bay at Artemis Grill

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Usher in the Year of Dragon with a mix of modern with traditional at Artemis Grill, a sky-high dining concept on the 40th floor of CBD’s CapitaGreen building. Their
 Chinese New Year Lo Hei experience is available from 22nd January - to 24th February for lunch and dinner.

One of their seasoned team members will guide you through your Yusheng Prosperity Toss experience. Each set includes Salmon and Ikura Caviar to be tossed with pickled wakame, red cabbage, carrot, sesame, peanut, daikon radish, and tapioca cracker, topped with gold leaf - with the choice to upgrade to include Hamachi & Hokkaido Scallop.

 

Artemis Lo Hei must be pre-ordered with 24-hour notice, and you may choose from below:
  • SILVER SET with Salmon & Ikura Caviar $68++ (serves 3-4)
  • GOLD SET with Hamachi, Hokkaido Scallop, Salmon & Ikura Caviar $148++ (serves 5-8)
*Optional add on: 30g tin of Kaluga Caviar $158++

Kaluga caviar is a luxurious delicacy considered by many to be the "River Beluga" due to its exquisite taste and rarity. It boasts a complex and nuanced flavor profile with a buttery base-like flavor with earthy, nutty, and slightly salty notes, culminating in a smooth & elegant finish. Unlike its endangered Beluga cousin, Kaluga sturgeon is farmed responsibly, making it a more ethical choice for caviar connoisseurs.




Artemis Grill & Sky Lounge

Level 40, 138 Market Street, Singapore 048946 (Nearest MRT: Raffles Place)

Operating Hours

  • Monday to Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm | 5:30pm to 10pm
  • Closed Saturday to Sunday

For more details, please visit: artemisgrill.com.sg




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CapitaLand Ushers in the Year of the Dragon with POP MART Lunar New Year Celebrations Islandwide

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The adorable POP MART installations at CapitaLand Malls have undergone a revamp in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year. Inspired by POP MART Disney-themed toys, you can spot your favourite POP MART blind box series photo spots as you shop across the 16 CapitaLand malls islandwide.


From now till 24 February, hop on down to experience the Tales of Joyful Reunion at CapitaLand Malls, and look forward to witnessing the mythical dragon come to life with Tell Your Children’s Dance of The Dragon - An Animated Light Art Installation as well as exciting retail experiences which include festive pop-up stores that feature collectible figurines and themed merchandise, and exclusive shopping rewards.


                                                                                        
See the mythical dragon come to life

This Lunar New Year, CapitaLand collaborates with one of Singapore’s leading creative studios and art collectives Tell Your Children - best known for their dynamic and innovative quirky approaches to image-making, illustration, and design - to showcase Dance of The Dragon - An Animated Light Art Installation.

The 8-metre-wide intricately sculptured dragon transforms to life (a 10-minute light show that activates every 30 minutes) with animated colour-chasing LED lights that harmonize with its poetic movements. The dragon also dances to the rhythm of the music, creating a visually electrifying spectacle. Meticulously crafted with traditional handiwork, this installation offers a modern spin on heritage and innovation, paying tribute to the rich cultural traditions of the Han ethnic group. The vibrant colours and playfulness of the artistic style by Tell Your Children artfully juxtapose with the fiery spirit of the dragon, creating a captivating display that sets the stage for a joyous celebration to welcome the Year of the Dragon. This new beginning promises success, prosperity, and abundance for all.

You can also share your experience at Dance of the Dragon with an Instagram filter, featuring a festive greeting when you capture moments at the installation, stand to win a $50 eCapitaVoucher when you do that. 

Dance of the Dragon will make its debut at Funan’s Level 1 Atrium from 18 January to 4 February 2024 which coincides with the Singapore Art Week 2024, Singapore’s pinnacle art season. The installation will then make its way to CQ @ Clarke Quay from 7 to 24 February 2024 to captivate new audiences. 


Delight in joyful reunions at CapitaLand malls

Photo spots inspired by POP MART’s Disney-themed collections will now don on new decorations to ring in the Lunar New Year. You can find traditional ornate lanterns, beautiful pink bonsai blooming ahead of spring, and lucky prosperity coins that symbolize good fortune for the auspicious year, accompanying the adorable life-size Disney blind boxes that are inspired by three fan-favourite series of POP MART blind boxes - Disney Classic Fairy Tales Series, Disney 100th Anniversary Mickey Ever-Curious Adventure Series, and Disney Princess Fairy Tale Friendship Series.


List of where to find each installation:
  • Aperia - Robot Mickey
  • Bedok Mall - Prince Mickey
  • Bugis Junction - Tinkerbell
  • Bugis+ - Bambi
  • Bukit Panjang Plaza - Snow White
  • CQ @ Clarke Quay - Donald Duck
  • Funan - Stitch / Pinocchio
  • IMM - Mulan / Jasmine
  • Junction 8 - Muppet Mickey
  • Lot One Shoppers' Mall - Cinderella
  • Plaza Singapura - Dumbo
  • Raffles City Singapore - Mickey Mouse
  • SingPost Centre - Balloon Mickey
  • Sengkang Grand Mall - Popcorn Mickey
  • Tampines Mall - Woodcut Mickey
  • Westgate - Belle and Beast
Strike your best pose with any of the installations and stand a chance to win a $50 eCapitaVoucher by sharing the photo on Instagram and tagging @CapitaLandMallsSG and @popmartsg. More information on all ongoing social media contests and designs can be found here.


Extending its run into the Lunar New Year, fans of POP MART can visit the exclusive POP MART POP-Up store at Tampines Mall, to purchase beloved POP MART merchandise and collectibles perfect for the season of giving and gifting.
Duration: 22 November 2023 to 13 February 2024


Disney fans can also look forward to a wide range of Disney-themed merchandise at Disney-themed pop-up stores located at Westgate, Junction 8, and Bugis+. With apparel, homeware, and more, these collections inspired by fan-favorite Disney characters are sure to be a hit at family reunions. Look out for Year of the Dragon Disney Lunch Bags that will be available at $8.80 (U.P. $35) with any purchase as well as the limited edition Year of the Dragon Disney Plushies that come in 6 different designs.
*While stocks last
Westgate: 15 January 2024 to 8 February 2024
Junction 8: 6 January 2024 to 18 February 2024
Bugis+: 17 January 2024 to 25 February 2024


Enjoy exclusive rewards, deals, and surprises

During this season of giving, shoppers who reach a minimum spend will stand a chance to redeem the eCapitaVoucher. CapitaStar members can enjoy exclusive perks and enjoy an opportunity to win more rewards of up to S$10 eCapitaVoucher.

In the spirit of sustainable gifting, shoppers can gift their family and loved ones digital red packets in amounts between S$10 to S$500 via the CapitaStar app. The eCapitaVoucher gifts will come with POP MART Disney-themed Lunar New Year designs.


There are more surprises in store for shoppers who spend at CapitaLand malls where you stand to win an all-expenses-paid trip for four to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. You can share about this exciting opportunity along with your season’s greetings to your loved ones with POP MART Disney-themed WhatsApp sticker packs, bringing families together in the spirit of giving this Lunar New Year. You can download the WhatsApp stickers here.


For more information on the rewards and activations on CapitaLand’s Lunar New Year

campaign, please visit https://www.capitaland.com/Tales-of-Joyful-Reunion.






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