Kate Spade Monkey Crossover Bag.

10 Ways To Embrace The Year Of Monkey In Style

Prada Cornelia And Cesare Metal Trick.
Prada Cornelia And Cesare Metal Trick

A new year, a new beginning. What better way to celebrate this Chinese New Year with a new wardrobe? Here are five ways to celebrate this Monkey year in style!

KIPLING

KIPLING introduces the vibrant Monkey Print Collection for this Chinese New Year.
KIPLING introduces the vibrant Monkey Print Collection for this Chinese New Year

First on the list is, of course, KIPLING. The adventurous monkey gets a makeover into a vibrant Monkey Print Collection. It is a great way to get into the Year of the Fire Monkey without looking too over the top – thanks to the lovely combination of pink and blue.

 

Kate Spade

Kate Spade Monkey Crossover Bag.
Kate Spade Monkey Crossover Bag

There is no surprise seeing Kate Spade on this list. Known for their quirky and adorable bags and prints, the monkey year opens up a whole world of inspiration for them. But, there is one that has caught my attention. Is anyone seeing Sun Wu Kong here? The clasps on the top reminds me of his famous headgear!

 

COACH

COACH Chelsea Crossbody in Smooth Calf Leather (S0) and Edie Shoulder Bag 28 in Pebble Leather (S5).
COACH Chelsea Crossbody in Smooth Calf Leather S$490 and Edie Shoulder Bag 28 in Pebble Leather S$645

Add an auspicious note to your wardrobe with some accessories from COACH. Boasting a luxurious red, their selection of leather bags, wallets and cases are sure to steal the limelight at gatherings. They also have the sweet, pastel Floral Print or Delancy Snow Set Rose Gold Plated Strap Watch fitting this year’s Pantone Rose Quartz!

 

Cath Kidston

Cath Kidston Large Trimmed Tote (S9) and Kids Mini Rucksack (S).
Cath Kidston Large Trimmed Tote S$119 and Kids Mini Rucksack S$49

The quintessential English brand also gets into the lunar new year mood with their classic Button Spot print in bright red and berry hues. There are roomy totes, stylish bowler bags and even a mini rucksack for the mini ones.

 

adidas

adidas d lillard d rose for Chinese New Year (credits: pmcfootwearnews).
adidas d lillard d rose for Chinese New Year credits pmcfootwearnews

Sneaker-heads are not left out. Limited editions of D Lillard 2 and D Rose 6 sneakers are all decked out in a vibrant  “Fire Monkey” theme. The show stopper has got to be the fanged monkey graphic print in red and gold!

 

H&M

H&M Year of the Monkey collection.
HM Year of the Monkey collection

With all those fun accessories, its time to get a matching outfit. H&M has us covered with a fun and modern interpretation of the zodiac for men, women and children! The collection has strong palettes of red in kimono jackets, skirts, sweaters and so much more for your choosing. It sure makes shopping even more fun when you get to see the handsome Choi Siwon of Super Junior and beautiful Liu Wen modeling the vibrant pieces.

 

Wendy Yue

Wendy Yue 18K White Gold with White Diamonds Ring (credits. wendyyue.com).
Wendy Yue 18K White Gold with White Diamonds Ring credits wendyyuecom

Get a little fancy with Hong Kong Designer, Wendy Yue’s stunning celebration of the new year, her traditions and fine gems. Her pieces are dramatic yet an accurate portrayal of this year’s Zodiac – 栩栩如生 (Xu Xu Ru Sheng)!

 

Ulysse Nardin and Harry Winston

Ulysse Nardin and Harry Winston presents luxury watches for the Year of the Monkey.
Ulysse Nardin and Harry Winston presents luxury watches for the Year of the Monkey

Luxury watches get the new year treatment for both men and women. Ulysse Nardin brings on a good vibe with a “playful and happy” monkey on the dial while Harry Winston dresses up the pink mother-of-pearl dial with flecks of 24K gold and a 18K gold monkey inspired by an ancient Chinese art form, Jiangzhi.

 

Apple

Asia Exclusive Edition CNY Apple Watch Singapore Price
Asia Exclusive Edition CNY Apple Watch From S$518

Since we are on the topic of watches, I cannot leave out the new Apple Watch decked out in red and gold just for the new year! Check out Dennis’ article or our review on the gadget for more info.

 

MAC Cosmetics

MAC Cosmetics Year of The Monkey line.
MAC Cosmetics Year of The Monkey line

You may dress the part but do you look the part? There’s no need to worry as MAC Cosmetics has launched a beautiful line inspired by Chinese Opera.

And, the list goes on! So how will you be dressing up to welcome the Year of the Monkey?

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Jessica Chan
Jessica is a young lady of many obsessions. She gets herself into everything ranging from the latest in the monochrome fashion world (she only wears black, and sometimes, white) to convincing the masses that Community is the best TV series ever made.

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