Even though local traditions and cultures in Hong Kong have been watered down quite a bit, since the younger generation now evidently appeal to foreign cultures more – Chinese new year still remains to be a heavily celebrated festival, for the obvious reason that unmarried majorities get to receive a bit of pocket cash during this holiday.
Red fai chun still fill door fronts and store windows, but we no longer see only oriental designs. Instead, the ‘image’ of Chinese New Year has somewhat progressed into an ‘East-meets-West’ fix of colorful designs. Case in point would be Shanghai Tang‘s latest Year of the Dog collection featuring their French bulldog mascot, Laki.
Creatively incorporating the motif within silk twill foulard, enamel round box, China square tray, fine bone dessert plate, ashtray and more; the brand’s luxurious style is given a splash of chicness and playfulness for the upcoming holiday.
