The Chinese New Year weekend is fast approaching and if you haven’t got your bag sorted for visiting, then it’s high time that you start hunting for one, stat.
So, go ahead and get dressed in your lucky colours. We’d recommend completing your outfit with a cute and Insta-worthy small bag (for storing your hand sanitiser and red packets). Ahead, eight of the most adorable styles to consider now.
Looking for a bag that matches the oranges you’ll be carrying around while you’re out visiting? Peep this cute Poofy Bag from Beyond The Vines. Made with water resistant nylon, this bright bag is sure to have everyone turning heads at all your gatherings. What’s more, it’s also soft, feels comfortable on your shoulder and it’s also roomy enough to store all your essentials and whatnots while you’re on the go.
If a statement-worthy piece is what you’re looking for, Fendi’s got you covered. Part of the Fendi x FRGMT x collaboration, the Mon Tresor sports the House’s iconic FF jacquard motif in shades of yellow with oversized FRGMT lettering printed in shades of white.
But don’t be fooled by its size. While it may seem smaller than your usual bags, the Mon Trsor is large enough to fit everything from your wallet to keys, as well as your other essentials into one.
Love something that’s bold and daring? You’ll definitely dig this piece from Kipling’s latest CNY collection, inspired by Illumination’s Minions. Prepare to up your A-game with this adorable half-moon-shaped Kevin that comes in bright yellow, which is guaranteed to dazzle everyone this CNY. What’s more, you can carry the bag by its top handle or over your shoulders so you can easily sling it across your body.
While shopping for a new bag that’s roomy enough to fit all your angbaos, you’ll also want to keep a lookout for a versatile design that’s practical and chic enough for you to carry beyond the occasion. A great example would have to be this stylish piece from Burberry.
Elevate your style for Chinese New Year with Giorgio Armani’s iconic la Prima bag from 1995. The small baguette, crafted from shiny nubuck, showcases a more relaxed shape while embracing the sophistication of tailored elegance. Its smooth, deconstructed lines and meticulous stitching details capture the beloved softness of Armani ready-to-wear fashion, making it the perfect accessory for a chic and refined celebration.
Whether you’re looking for a bag for CNY or even for work, this timeless number is definitely one worth considering. Made with luxe refined calf leather, what we love most about this bag is it’s finished with special dragon-shaped pendants that adds a touch of luxury to its look.
There is something safe and comforting about our pull towards cloud-like fashion. And if you’re like us, and you’re still not over the puffer bag trend, then you will definitely love The Paper Bunny’s Mini Puffer Swing bag. What we love about this number is that it’s versatile and it doubles as a shoulder bag and crossbody bag. What’s more, it’s also water-resistant, and spacious and it also comes with little pockets for you to store and organise your essentials while you’re on the go.
This charming Boxed New Year Bandit Crossbody makes a great gift for yourself if you’re born in the Year of the Dragon or for somebody you know whose spirit animal is the dragon.