The Most Stylish Lunar New Year Gifts of 2025

Is it just us or did January fly by? Lunar New Year is practically already here, with festivities starting on January 29, 2025. For your friends and loved ones that celebrate the holiday, this is the time to share gifts that lean into ideas like good fortune, prosperity, and abundance for the year ahead.

According to the Chinese zodiac calendar, 2025 is set to be the Year of the Snake, symbolizing a new era of reflection, growth and renewal. With that in mind,  many fashion and beauty brands are now offering special annual capsules that slither far beyond lucky red envelopes and traditional food gifts. Think specially-commissioned artwork, serpentine motifs and a whole lot of red.

Ahead, twelve stylish Lunar New Year gifts to get your faves (or yourself!) this year.

Silk Laundry 1996 Dress Year of the Snake

Montreal’s Silk Laundry is celebrating the Lunar New Year with a two-piece capsule collection. One of pieces featured is this floor-length, red silk dress, which features a print of a snake alongside white orchids. It can be worn solo, or layered under the matching boyfriend shirt.

Dior Diorelita bracelet

This delicate Dior bracelet features waxed cotton cord in a “lucky” red hue and a gold-finish metal snake. Designed for everyday wear, it subtly incorporates the moon and star motifs of the French fashion house’s Astral collection.

Louis Vuitton Snake box

We never thought we’d call a reptile cute, but that was before we saw this adorable Louis Vuitton box. Crafted in wood with a green Monogram Flower eye, the petite serpent can be seen sitting on top of a red and gold trunk. The result is a terrific little trinket that is sure to become a collector’s item.

Mademoiselle Jules Lucky Thread necklace

This choker necklace by Mademoiselle Jules —a jewelry line founded by Montreal content creator Julie Etienne — features a single freshwater pearl on a dainty red thread. Consider it the perfect finishing touch to any ensemble.

Clarins Lunar New Year Limited Edition Double serum

Clarins reformulated its popular Double Serum line just last year. This limited edition version of the skincare must-have features a golden, Year of the Snake-inspired bottle that is worthy of being displayed on your vanity.

Chloé Small Bracelet hobo bag

Chloé’s Lunar New Year capsule, designed by creative director Chemena Kamali, features many snake-adorned hits. Our favourite might well be this suede hobo bag, which can be worn as a wristlet, shoulder bag or crossbody.

Aldo Slither sneakers

Available in black and white, these low-top sneakers feature a subtle snake ornament. Plus, they’re part of Aldo’s Pillow Walk collection meaning they deliver a major dollop of comfort and style.

Roots Lunar New Year varsity jacket

Share wishes for luck and happiness with this unisex varsity jacket. Featuring a melton wool blend body and leather sleeves, this coat is designed for Canadian living — it’s handmade in Toronto!

Charlotte Tilbury Lunar New Year Kiss of Fortune lipstick

A red lip is always a good idea. This Matte Revolution lipstick comes in a limited-edition shade and a refillable, Year of the Snake-inspired case that is sure to last well after all your Lunar New Year festivities.

Burberry B Snake wool cashmere sweater

Is there ever a bad time to give someone cashmere? We certainly don’t think so. The iconic Burberry B motif is reimagined as a snake on this crewneck sweater, part of the British fashion house’s posh 2025 Lunar New Year capsule.

Gucci Embroidered GG Canvas baseball hat

As luck would have it, snakes were the animal du jour in Gucci’s Cruise 2025 collection and can now double as your go-to Lunar New Year uniform.  We have a soft spot for this adjustable GG canvas baseball hat but, for women, there’s even a matching puffer jacket with the same snake embroidery, should you choose to really lean into the serpent life.

COS Fortune Knotted bag charm

For Lunar New Year, COS has released a pastel collection of leather pouches and bag charms. This one features a “good fortune” knot and a yellow jade stone to symbolize longevity and is just begging to be added to your purse Jane Birkin-style.