In a few weeks, the whole country is going to be teeming with folks decked out in traditional red because of the festive period. Here’s how to pull it off this Chinese New Year (and wear it year-round too. Woo!) By Noelle Loh.
On a ladylike ballgown-cut dress (just keep accessories to a minimal)
Get a shirtdress with a twist, like a back cut-out
Pair relaxed red pants (the cut’s in this Spring/Summer) with a crop top (baggy top’s for the lion dance dudes)
Can’t go wrong with a pretty midi lace dress
Go quirky smart with a head-to-toe red suspender look – and wait for all the aunts to coo about how cute you look
For those looking for an indie edge: Red blazer with bra top and Johnny Depp hat (the only cool thing about him now)
Like a pretty lace dress, an A-line midi is fail-proof and a great keeper
A red blazer over a black romper and boots channel street wear sexy
Clash prints for eclectic cool (double points if one’s a sheep motif)
Red blouse plus a leather wrap skirt = a sophisticated look that’ll work for the office too
Do drama the elegant way with a caped dress in a classic red-and-black combo
Red gives classic tailored suits a fashionable facelift. That it works for Chinese New Year is a bonus.
For a new spin on girly, wear the colour head to toe.
Red romper? Fun. Complete with red headscarf? Double fun.