In accordance with Chinese astrology, 2023 will be the Year of the Water Rabbit. As rabbits are associated with gentleness, abundance and fortune in Chinese culture, it is said that the upcoming year will generally be prosperous for all zodiac signs. But feng shui experts have ruled out Forest Green, along with secondary hues of red, pink and blue, as lucky colours to incorporate into our lives for abundant blessings. With that, we’ve curated a quickfire fashion guide on the luckiest shades to wear according to your Chinese zodiac.
Fun fact: In feng shui, green is associated with growth and renewal, and is thought to have healing properties. To prosper in various aspects of your life, add some green plants to your living space or work desk this year.
Rat: Hot Pink
Saudade asymmetric draped woven mini dress from Jacquemus (Swipe for more)
Le Chiquito Long leather tote from Jacquemus
Zania 65 leather mules from Jimmy Choo
XL Link gold-tone hoop earrings from Paco Rabanne
Camp-Collar Logo-Print Silk-Twill Shirt from Marni (Swipe for more)
Slim-Fit Washed Selvedge Jeans from Tom Ford
B-Court Panelled Distressed Leather and Suede Sneakers from Balmain
Ox: Fuchsia
Toile Iconographe pussy-bow printed silk crepe de chine blouse from Valentino (Swipe for more)
Ball pleated moire maxi skirt from Carolina Herrera
Rosie crystal-embellished mirrored-leather slingback pumps from Amina Muaddi
Valentino Garavani Roman Stud small quilted leather tote from Valentino
Jacquard-Knit Wool Cardigan from Celine Homme (Swipe for more)
Logo-Print Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Celine Homme
The Cast 2 Skinny-Fit Distressed Stretch-Denim Jeans from John Elliott
Louis Junior Spikes Cap-Toe Leather Sneakers from Christian Louboutin
Fun fact: Hues of pink are thought to attract love, harmony and positive relationships, be it with your other half or with family and friends. Incorporate shades of pink in the form of crystals, flowers or candles to refresh your home atmosphere.
Tiger: Pastel Blue
Caravan embroidered voile blouse from See By Chloé (Swipe for more)
Leather straight-leg pants from Loro Piana
Portofino Automatic 37mm stainless steel, textured-leather and diamond watch from IWC Schaffhausen
California Pack Sneakers from Skechers
Layered Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Brunello Cucinelli (Swipe for more)
Straight-Leg Cotton-Blend Jersey Sweatpants from Brunello Cucinelli
37g 18-Karat Gold Bracelet from Le Gramme
Rs-Simul8 Reality Sneakers from Puma
Rabbit: Salmon Red
Open-back ribbed stretch-knit midi dress from Zeynep Arcay (Swipe for more)
Osa leather-trimmed raffia tote from Khaite
Vita crystal-embellished leather sandals from Amina Muaddi
Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Bottega Veneta (Swipe for more)
Straight-Leg Cotton and Linen-Blend Drawstring Bermuda Shorts from Loro Piana
V-12 Suede-Trimmed Leather Sneakers from Veja
Dragon: Burgundy Red
Carey stretch-jersey midi dress from La Ligne (Swipe for more)
Satin clutch from Toteme
Linden crystal-embellished leather sandals from Khaite
Double silver and gold-tone ring from Alexander Mcqueen
Wine Club Camp-Collar Printed Twill Shirt from Rhude (Swipe for more)
Tapered Garment-Dyed Stretch-Cotton Trousers from Brunello Cucinelli
Speed Clear Sole Sneakers from Balenciaga
Santos Convertible Aviator-Style Gold-Tone Optical Glasses from Cartier Eyewear
Snake: Dark Blue
Strapless ruffled velvet gown from Oscar De La Renta (Swipe for more)
La Medusa metallic coated-leather slingback pumps from Versace
Cherry Blossom Hokusai embroidered appliquéd canvas clutch from Olympia Le-Tan
Panelled Ribbed Wool and Shell Zip-Up Cardigan from Tom Ford (Swipe for more)
Logo-Print Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Givenchy
Straight-Leg Crinkled-Canvas Cargo Trousers from Saif Ud Deen
Cambridge Leather Sneakers from Tom Ford
Horse: Chilli Red
Draped silk-crepe gown from Valentino (Swipe for more)
Iside mini textured-leather tote from Valextra
Horsebit-detailed metallic embroidered leather platform loafers from Gucci
Teddy Smocked Silk-Blend Crepe de Chine Bomber Jacket from Saint Laurent (Swipe for more)
Eternal Oversized Wool-Blend Crepe T-Shirt from Fear Of God
Slim-Fit Tapered Suede Track Pants from Saint Laurent
Glossed-Leather Derby Shoes from Bottega Veneta
Fun fact: In feng shui, red represents fortune and good luck, and acts as energy to attract wealth and abundance. Dress up in full red for the upcoming Chinese New Year if you’d like, or hang some lucky charms around your office desk to enhance promotion at work.
Goat: Emerald Green
Cape-effect cutout pleated silk-chiffon halterneck gown from Elie Saab (Swipe for more)
Embellished croc-effect leather shoulder bag from Alexander Mcqueen
Lipstrass 100 satin pumps from Christian Louboutin
Duchesse-Satin Blazer from Gucci (Swipe for more)
Sunrise Slim-Fit Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Bottega Veneta
Logan Bootcut Cotton-Canvas Trousers from Gallery Dept.
Andy Leather Loafers from Berluti
Monkey: Magenta
Draped sequined jersey mini dress from Versace (Swipe for more)
Repeat zip-detailed leather shoulder bag from Versace
Medusa Aevitas embellished satin platform pumps from Versace
Tie-Dyed Merino Wool and Cashmere-Blend Sweater from The Elder Statesman (Swipe for more)
Thrasher Skinny-Fit Leather-Panelled Distressed Jeans from Amiri
Playtime Scritto Printed Venezia Leather Sneakers from Berluti
Rooster: Forest Green
Strapless fil coupé chiffon mini dress from Oscar De La Renta (Swipe for more)
Knot-embellished metallic intrecciato plissé leather shoulder bag from Bottega Veneta
Valentino Garavani Rockstud 105 metallic textured-leather pumps from Valentino
Suede Shirt Jacket from Mr P. (Swipe for more)
Tannaro Tapered Jeans from Studio Nicholson
Miguel Leather-Trimmed Suede Loafers from Frescobol Carioca
Dog: Light Blue
One-shoulder belted draped silk-satin gown from Monique Lhuillier (Swipe for more)
Dionysus metallic leather shoulder bag from Gucci
Embellished leather sandals from Bottega Veneta
Padded Silk-Twill Bomber Jacket from Loro Piana (Swipe for more)
Cable-Knit Baby Cashmere Half-Zip Sweater from Loro Piana
Slim-Fit Stretch-Cotton Corduroy Trousers from Loro Piana
Suede Boots from Tod’s
Fun Fact: The blue hue, which also happens to be associated with water, helps promote calmness and clear thinking. For a refreshing start to the new year, wear any shade of blue and add them to your home in the form of cushion covers or bed covers.
Pig: Imperial Red
Cutout wool and silk-blend mini dress from Valentino (Swipe for more)
Valentino Garavani Tan-go 155 patent-leather platform pumps from Valentino
Jodie mini knotted intrecciato leather tote from Bottega Veneta
Traveller Windmate Storm System Shell Hooded Jacket from Loro Piana (Swipe for more)
Space-Dyed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Missoni
Tapered Double-Faced Cotton, Silk and Cashmere-Blend Jersey Sweatpants from Loro Piana
Cambridge Leather Sneakers from Tom Ford
