FEATURE
The Best Gifts for The 2021
Lunar New Year
By Hana Y & Peng P. Jan 29, 2021
Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival
is one of the most important festivals and holidays in many cultures. This year, it starts on February 12. It’s the time to bring families together, to rest and recharge, to gift “red envelopes” and presents, and most importantly, to wish better luck and fortune for the new year. We present to you Rebag’s thoughtful selection of the best luxury gifts exclusively for you and your loved ones.
What to Know About This Year’s Lunar New Year
One-quarter of the world’s population is getting ready to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year. The holiday actually lasts from a few days to a few weeks in places such as China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and also Taiwan, South Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia – not to mention the widely-spread Asian diaspora throughout the world.
Tied to the Lunisolar calendar, which is based on cycles of the moon and typically falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice, the Lunar New Year will begin on February 12, 2021, only two days before Valentine’s Day.
This is the Year of the Ox. The second animal sign of the Chinese zodiac, the ox represents people that are hardworking, reliable, patient, and methodical. However, they may be stubborn sometimes. The Year of the Ox also denotes the diligence, positivity, strength, and honesty that will be manifested in all of us in the coming Lunar New Year and bring us great fortune. It’s a sign of prosperity and peace.
The importance of the Lunar New Year in Chinese culture is as much as how Christmas is in Western cultures. It is traditionally a time to bring family together for feasting and to treat the family members who support the household. Plus, you must never forget to treat yourself as well.
What to Know About Lunar New Year Gifts
Whether you will be spending the Lunar New Year in China, Singapore, Malaysia, or simply at a Chinese restaurant in the Chinatown of your city, bringing a gift for someone is always a heartwarming idea.
When it comes to gift ideas for Lunar New Year, the color red always pops up first in mind, especially those red designs matching with yellow and golden colors. In most Asian cultures, red usually represents energy, happiness, and good luck. Yellow and gold are both imperial colors in traditional Chinese culture, representing power, wealth, and royalty.
Among all traditions, giving and receiving Hong Bao is one of the most popular in the Lunar New Year. It is also known as “Lucky Money” or “New Year’s Money.” People usually put some cash in a red envelope and give it to their children or elder relatives and wish them another healthy, happy, and prosperous year. The luckiest numbers in China are 6 and 8, so numbers like 8, 66, or 188 are the ideal amounts to gift. Some other popular gifts include tea, fruit, candy, and scarves.
Designer items are always a great choice for Lunar New Year’s gifts if you would like to give something very luxurious. Here are some bags and accessories to help inspire your gift ideas for your beloved friends and family.
The Best Gifts to Give for the Lunar New Year
Who could resist this brilliant and practical crossbody bag in a lovely bright red with chic, modern-shaped gold hardware?
Remember when Samantha in “Sex and the City” uses her celebrity client’s name to skip the Birkin’s “five-year waitlist?” Well, no need to worry about any waitlist at Rebag. The ruby color portrays nobility, passion, and devotion. Plus, Epsom is the one durable, lightweight, and easy-to-care leather that’s perfect for traveling. Will this gorgeous Birkin be your first investment piece in 2021?
Chanel just announced another price increase in 2021 for many of their classics. The retail price for their best selling Classic Double Flap Bag in Medium increased by 4.6% from $6,500 to $6,800. For less than $5,000, this limited edition lambskin tricolor Classic Flap is an investment piece – it’s time to add some bright colors to your collection.
Louis Vuitton is one of the most popular luxury brands in the world. This red mini Boite Chapeau bag is a perfect gift as its red and gold colors provide a festive vibe. The patent leather will make any outfit pop.
This limited edition bag comes from the Love Lock Capsule Collection by Louis Vuitton. The name itself is pretty telling already, as the bag is embellished with silver and golden hearts, locks, and keys. These lovely decorations give the bag a chic, feminine and playful touch. The interior size is perfect for daily use. And as the saying goes, you can kill two birds with one stone – just a warm reminder that Valentine’s Day is also around the corner…
The symbolic design of the Alhambra collection, which features a four-leaf clover-shaped gemstone embraced by small golden beads, has been recognized throughout the world as a token of luck. “To be lucky, you must believe in luck,” Jacques Arpels liked to say. Gifting this piece of art with a blessing to your loved one – she must be the luckiest girl in the world.
The legendary Tank is an iconic style in the world of modern watches. This gorgeous Cartier Tank comes with an 18k rose gold case set with brilliant-cut diamonds. The beautiful burgundy alligator strap adds an extra layer of luxury and elegance.
The Cosmic Blossom collection was a collaboration that Louis Vuitton had with the Japanese artist Takashi Murakami in Spring/Summer 2010 – very unique and hard to find today. Louis Vuitton’s iconic Monogram shape with smiling flower faces in the center creates a playful, happy, and witty image. A sweet choice for gifting younger generations within a friendly budget.
Tea and teacup sets are always considered to be perfect gifts for the Lunar New Year. This beautiful teacup and saucer set sits beautifully in its irresistible, original Hermès box, which makes it a perfect gift for your friends and families.
This classic Hermès Avalon Pillow is not only comfortable, it is also great eye-catching decor for your home. Wherever you decide to place it, it always adds a unique touch of style to your interior. Now that we are spending more time than ever at home, it is time to treat yourself and get this wool and cashmere pillow for a luxury staycation.
If there is one thing that the past year has taught us, it is that although the future can be unpredictable, we are never alone. Perhaps more than ever, we find ourselves immensely grateful for the people who have been around, offering their support. It’s always a good time to prepare a holiday gift and share the love with your beloved friends and family.
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