Your Chinese New Year fashion shortlist has arrived, and it’s gonna bring your style ‘A’ game to any reunion dinner! There’s no better time to flex your wardrobe than during CNY, and what better way to do so than by copping some dope new drops from the most sought-after brands? The fashion brands certainly did NOT come to play this year. From momentous collaborations to elegant styles inspired by the festive season, here are 8 new fashion drops to incorporate into your CNY lewks:
SANDRO
SANDRO is welcoming the Year of the Rabbit with an exclusive capsule collection for men and women. Highlighting elegant motifs inspired by the rabbit, which symbolises agility, peace and beauty, they blend together traditional Chinese culture and Parisian chic in this exciting collection.
The women’s capsule features knit cardigans, cropped tops and iconic dresses – all in the Maison’s signature tweed and festive hue of bright red. The capsule for men draws inspiration from urban streetwear, including knit cardigans, long-sleeved sweatshirts, hoodies and t-shirts featuring bunny prints in pastel blue and pink. Customers will receive a limited-edition rabbit toy and red packets upon spending a designated amount on SANDRO.
Head to SANDRO’s website to check out the full collection.
H&M
For Lunar New Year 2023, H&M has launched the Celebration of Style campaign in Southeast Asia, injecting vibrant festive elements into the latest trends and classic silhouettes; and paying tribute to the different ways people celebrate CNY in style. The campaign features Malaysian public figures Christinna Kuan, Jestinna Kuan and Perry Kuan, Miss World Vietnam 2019 Luong Thuy Linh, Vietnamese singer Song Luan, and Vietnamese influencer Hehe of @hehiuwazzup.
H&M’s 2023 Lunar New Year collection is now available in-store and online at hm.com.
COACH
Pair your outfits with a quintessential Coach bag this CNY! Coach’s Lunar New Year collection features the Rabbit on their most iconic bags in truffle colour, with accents of red symbolizing luck, happiness, and good fortune adding an auspicious tone to the collection. Coach’s graffiti-style rabbit can be seen on the Signature Canvas, crafted from refined leather. Available are the Signature Charter Crossbody 24 and Gotham Tall Tote bag that present a cool and modern take on the traditional celebration. The collection also comes in practical and simple bags from the women’s Bandit Shoulder bag and men’s Denim Signature Belt bag, to the Denim Signature Field Totes in two sizes.
The Coach Lunar New Year 2023 Collection is now available at all Coach stores.
MLB
The trendy, premium lifestyle apparel brand MLB is making a fashionable entry to Malaysia, opening their first flagship store at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya this 13th January. MLB Malaysia will be showcasing apparel, headwear, footwear, and accessories, inspired by logos of famous baseball teams. The Insta-worthy retail space will feature MLB’s iconic collections, such as all-over paisley and checkerboard prints, Classic, Quilted, Dia, and Cube monograms. The go-to destination for caps, they have the widest range of caps in Asia, offering over 300 classic and new styles.
In celebration of the public opening of the MLB flagship store in Malaysia on the 14th of January from 10 am to 12pm, the first 50 shoppers will receive an MLB Brand Gift Box. Additionally, the first 200 customers will receive MLB Brand stickers and a RM20 gift voucher each.
CIGA Design
CIGA Design has introduced their new Series M Magician timepiece. Featuring a unique mechanism that allows exchange of between 3 different style, this timepiece allows wearers to express themselves in different ways that are sure to bedazzle. Powered by the robust CIGA Design Movement CD-03, the Series M Magician is equipped with an accurate mechanical movement. The transparent inner cover utilizes the three-dimensional structure, giving off the illusion-like feel. The new timepiece is available for purchase at Red Army Watches stores located at Pavilion KL and One Utama.
Visit www.cigadesign.com for more information.
Carlo Rino
Hopping into the new year with style, Carlo Rino sets the tone for CNY by collaborating with Warner Brothers for yet another Bugs Bunny Special Edition collection! This playful and nostalgic edition features bags in three styles – the Bugs Bunny Modular Bob. B M, the Bugs Bunny Modular Cassette Bag and the Bugs Bunny Modular Flap Bag. The collection also includes a range of accessories such as shoes, timepieces, a scarf, and a lanyard. Classy, versatile, and easy to style, these pieces will be the perfect accessory to any CNY outfit!
The Carlo Rino Bugs Bunny Special Edition is available at www.carlorino.net, in-store at Carlo Rino boutiques, nationwide and major departmental stores.
Timberland
Timberland goes BOLD this CNY, as they introduce their new Lunar New Year Special Edition Collection that honours the brand’s bold past while looking forward to the future. Built on the iconic Yellow Boot and work heritage, it is a vivid interpretation of a rabbit’s agility and energy to build a bold year ahead. In the concept of “Built Beyond Bold”, the LNY Premium 6-Inch Boot celebrates the iconic silhouette, refreshed with a vivid rabbit design in detailing, appearing on the tongues and shown as a hangtag. The LNY Premium 6-Inch Boots come in wheat and black/green colourways.
Additionally, they have introduced an all-gender style for their Lunar New Year apparel, which imbues the entire collection with a special collage print element. Other Lunar New Year styles include lightweight Tree Vault 6-Inch Waterproof Boot, TBL® TURBO hikers, featuring GreenStride™️ comfort soles, a printed pocket crewneck sweatshirt, and printed pocket t-shirt in various colourways, offering a bold new year style and performance.
Timberland’s Lunar New Year collection is now available at all Timberland Malaysia Stores and LazMall. For more information, head on to Timberland’s Official Website
Supply & Demand x Kittie Yiyi
JD Sports SEA has unveiled an exciting collaboration with one of the most prominent Malaysian creatives, Kittie Yiyi, for its latest Supply & Demand collection, “24 Hours”. Known for her quirky, whimsical, and fun designs, the limited edition Supply & Demand x Kittie Yiyi collection consists of 8 key pieces of athleisure apparel that has Kittie’s creative touch and vibrant style throughout.
In celebration of the launch of the collection, Kittie Yiyi will be making a special appearance at Pavilion KL on the 13th of January. A photobooth pop-up will be available from 13th to 19th January to capture your 24 hour moments.
Supply & Demand x Kittie Yiyi “24 Hours” Collection is available at all JD Sports stores and online in South East Asia.
Head to www.jdsports.my to check out the full collection
