How to wear colour stylishly for Chinese New Year

Bright colours, especially red are synonymous with Chinese New Year. Red symbolises good luck, as it is believed to scare away spirits of bad fortune. On that note, brightly coloured clothes are also favoured for the occasion to go with the festive and upbeat mood!

Get tips on how to wear colour stylishly for Chinese New Year from top brands at Paragon
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Bright colours, especially red are synonymous with Chinese New Year. Red symbolises good luck, as it is believed to scare away spirits of bad fortune. On that note, brightly coloured clothes are also favoured for the occasion to go with the festive and upbeat mood!

However, it’s not easy to have a strong sartorial game when you are wearing colour. Strong colours  are a little tricky and can go the wrong way when you style them incorrectly.

Here are 8 key items that you can incorporate into your outfit effortlessly. You are bound to look auspiciously amazing!

  

  

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Get tips on how to wear colour stylishly for Chinese New Year from top brands at Paragon

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Bright colours, especially red are synonymous with Chinese New Year. Red symbolises good luck, as it is believed to scare away spirits of bad fortune. On that note, brightly coloured clothes are also favoured for the occasion to go with the festive and upbeat mood!

However, it’s not easy to have a strong sartorial game when you are wearing colours. They are  little tricky and can go the wrong way when you style them incorrectly.

Here are 8 key items that you can incorporate into your outfit effortlessly. You are bound to look auspiciously amazing!

 

 

SHOPPING PROMOTIONS AT PARAGON



GIFTS OF GLORY 

Exclusive Paragon Red Packet Clutch with minimum $388* spend. Maximum 2 same-day receipts. 

Exclusive Paragon Red Packet Clutch and $35 shopping vouchers with minimum $888* spend. Maximum 3 same-day receipts.

 



CITI EXCLUSIVE  

Receive $30 SPH Malls Vouchers when you charge a minimum of $388* in a single receipt to your Citi Card. 

Receive an additional $10 SPH Malls Voucher* for purchases made from Mondays to Thursdays. 

Top-up your purchases to $1,600* and receive a LIULI Teapot Set. Maximum 2 same-day receipts. 

*Promotion is valid from 9 to 27 Jan 2017. Terms and conditions apply. For more details, visit www.paragon.sg or Paragon Concierge at Level 1. 

Primary Red Barcelona Small Bag, $2490 by Loewe

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Red might not be an easy colour to wear, so the best way to rock this hue is to carry it on your shoulders. This newly launched Barcelona small bag from Spanish luxury label Loewe helps to add an interesting pop of colour into your ensemble. Crafted from luxurious box calf leather, we are sure this bag will turn heads. 

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Yellow T Messenger Bag, $1890 by Loewe

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Yellow is probably the second most favourite colour to red because it’s said to represent wealth. Carry it crossbody or by the side on your shoulders, this handy sized bag with a straightforward notched silhouette packs a whole lot of punch and will elevate your outfit to greater heights.

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Gold heels, $1490 by Salvatore Ferragamo

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For those of you who prefers a more subtle shine, this pair of gold woven heels from Ferragamo is your best bet. It’s stylish, comfortable, lightweight and best of all, easy to remove and put on! You don’t have to fiddling with cumbersome straps when you enter and leave your relatives house.

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Soft Sofia Handbag, $2990 by Salvatore Ferragamo

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When you go visiting, it’s inevitable that you have to carry red packets and oranges when you go from house to house. It’s crucial that you adorn yourself with a stylish bag that is also easy to carry. The Soft Sofia bag in light nude accented with gold hardware is elegant and spacious enough to do the job.

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Gommino loafers, $720 by Tod’s

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For the ladies who prefer flats, Tod’s has the perfect pair of shoes for you. This Chinese New Year the iconic gommino comes in a special CNY limited edition with a special print, that will definitely add style to the season.

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Leather bag, $3060 by Tod’s

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Bags play an important part of our outfits, and when done right, it can add just the right amount of pizzazz to your entire look. This season, the classic leather bag comes in various of versions and colors, with an additional adorning charm for a distinct look.

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Boston Tartan messenger bag, $2305 by Alfred Dunhill

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For the men who wants to incorporate a little colour into your ensemble, this classic messenger bag is great. It offers a great combination of material and design. The playful tartan is complemented by traditional bridle leather trim and handles, with sophisticated hues.

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Ikat print shirt, $899 by Etro

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For the men who enjoys a print that’s slightly more flamboyant yet still elegant, Etro has the answer for you. Using the most classic of menswear colours, Kean Etro creates the Ikat patterned pieces to be mixed and  matched simply and effortlessly.

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Rose striped shirt, $389 by Kent & Curwen

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Wear a rose on your heart for a pop of colour during Chinese New Year. This label has recently unveiled the partnership of creative director Daniel Kearns and David Beckham. Look to this label for masculine pieces that are both relatable and resonant of true British style.

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