Chinese New Year Chic
6 looks to wear on Chinese New YearRed has always been the color for celebrating the Chinese New Year. However this 2012, black has been identified as one of the auspicious colors of the dragon. We think this is surprising since black is never worn during Chinese New Year (considered a color of mourning). But if you want to wear black and still have a celebratory vibe, combine it with happy colors to brighten the look up. You can also wear reds and blues to welcome the year of the Water Dragon with a bang!
Check out our looks below:
BLACK
Black is the favorite color of the fire-breathing dragons. But we love how you can combine or accentuate it with vibrant colors like tangerine to have this positive and bright look.
BLUE
2012 is the year of the Water Dragon so you can opt to wear cooler tones like greens and blues.
(L-R) Blue dress by Dorothy Perkins (P1995) and orange cardigan by Mango (P1450); Color block purse by Promod (P1695); Halter color block mini dress (used as a top) by Fashion Galore (P780) and swing skirt by Closet Couture (P500); Blue pumps by High Style Fancy (P1980)
RED
You can’t go wrong with red every Chinese New Year. You can go for a monochromatic look or try to mix and match it with other colors for a dynamic feel.
(L-R) Red pleated pants by Forever 21 (P1275) and red body con dress (used as a top) by I Heart Matilda (P1549); Red pumps by High Style Fancy (P1880); Gray glittery knit top by Forever 21 (P815) and red trousers by The Posh Wardrobe (P850); Snakeskin two-toned clutch by La Tercera (P1950)