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The latest version of the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Rabbit, signifies beauty and serenity. Both can be seen in the brand’s new collection to celebrate the occasion.
This year, the rabbit, which means good luck, and the sweet and optimistic animal itself have inspired many labels. New Balance’s upcoming unisex sneaker and athleisure range spotlights the vibrant Proenza Schuler capsule line and Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli’s vibrant shoes and ready-to-wear Rosso Red-themed Valentino Like the collection, it features New Year’s signature shades of red.Meanwhile, the rabbit itself also features playful pearls from Charles & Keith shoes and handbags, as well as an eclectic mix of mules, sneakers, loafers and slippers. It can be seen in many forms, including colorful prints on a wide range of Gucci Capsules featuring
From eclectic to elegant, check out all our latest Chinese New Year collections for the Year of the Rabbit 2023 below.
December 29, 2022: van celebrates the Year of the Rabbit in 2023 with a special slip-on collection by Vault by Vans in collaboration with Billy’s in Tokyo. The Japanese sneaker and apparel boutique announced on Instagram this week that it will be releasing an exclusive “Year of the Rabbit” collection in stores.
December 28, 2022: Gucci Our latest Chinese New Year collection takes a psychedelic approach to the Year of the Rabbit. Spanning lines for men, women and kids, the capsule features a multitude of colors and prints across different product categories. Womenswear features neutral, multi-colored floral, paisley, and ‘GG’ monogram prints on skirts, dresses, knitwear, a variety of heels, his mules, loafers, and sneakers. Meanwhile, the men’s collection features athleisure, sneakers, loafers and slippers, as well as unisex handbags, scarves, sunglasses, watches, hats, pillows, rugs and more. The collection includes a playful children’s collection of rabbit-themed t-shirts, athleisure and dresses, plus two sneakers and a quilted Mary His Jane flat. An accompanying campaign by Max Siedentopf features an equally vibrant flower garden where the model dresses in her lounge and plays with rabbits.
Prices range from $220 to $8,700 and are available now at select Gucci boutiques and the brand’s website.
Slingback pumps from Gucci’s Lunar New Year 2023 collection. Credit: Courtesy of Gucci
December 28, 2022: New Balance has released a sporty collection for the 2023 Chinese New Year. Launching December 30, the line spotlights the brand’s signature sneakers in unisex sizes. The classic 574 sneaker is cast in the respective Crimson and Tan palettes, while his perforated BB550 is cast in a monochrome White and Tan palette. The sneaker selection is completed with 9060’s paneled beige and grey, and zinc purple palette, while the 2002R sneaker gets a makeover in both shades of brown and grey. Cream, red, and tan shades of the brand’s signature sweatshirts and hoodies round out the $80 to $150 collection that will launch on New Balance’s website.
New Balance 574 sneakers for Chinese New Year 2023. Credits: Courtesy of New Balance
December 28, 2022: Louis Vuitton launched a festive Chinese New Year collection this month, highlighting gift-worthy clothing and accessories. The ready-to-wear front includes a jet black ribbed turtleneck sweater, a collared shirt accented with multi-pockets, and an embossed his-logo-her jacket. The line also includes coordinating leather belts, dark aviator and oversized sunglasses styles. Rounding out the line is her fine selection of delicate Louis Vuitton jewelry, round her B her blossom-themed pendants, her necklaces, drops her earrings, gold, cornelian and sparkling diamonds. It features a ring of Her $11,100 collection from $690 is available now on Vuitton’s website.
Lunar New Year 2023 Louis Vuitton B-Blossom Earrings. Credit: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton
December 28, 2022: Charles & Keith Pink, green, cream and black tweeds are adorned with sweet pearlescent rabbits on a set of women’s buckled slides, slip-on sneakers, Mary Jane flats and girls’ low-top sneakers. The same color palette and embellishments can be seen in her new pearl-handled clutch and tweed shoulder bag. A range of cream and navy leather wallets and handbags are also available, featuring intricate all-over nature illustration prints. Affordable collections ranging from $46 to $113 are now available on his website at Charles & Keith.
Charles & Keith Lunar New Year Women’s Sneakers. Credit: Courtesy of Charles & Keith
December 28, 2022: Valentino has released a new Chinese New Year collection to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit. Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli infuses vibrant tones into a range of ready-to-wear and handbags covered in the Toile Iconograph logo pattern, including a dress, skirt, bralette, shorts, tote, bucket bag, bucket hat and two jackets. I was. The matte hue includes three crossbody bags, a jacket, shorts, a sweater, a skirt, two dresses, and Valentino’s delicate gold with red crystals all over his VLogo jewelry. The shoes in this line feature equally bold Tango low-heeled pumps, Mary Jane flats, and knee-high towa iconograph his boots. The collection, which ranges from 1,800 yuan (about US$258) to his 36,000 yuan (about US$5,159), is available now on Valentino’s Chinese website.
Valentino’s Tan-Go Lunar New Year pumps. Credit: Courtesy of Valentino
December 28, 2022: Proenza Schouler White Label The 2022 Lunar New Year capsule collection is red. Designed by Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the line features his palette of scarlet and black colors on White Label staples such as his pleated skirts, sleeveless sweaters and knitted his cardigans. Retailing between $450 and $595, the collection is available now at Proenza Schouler’s website.
Proenza Schouler White Label Cashfeel cardigan. Credit: Courtesy of Proenza Schouler
