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Welcome the Year of the Rabbit in Style

ByEdamama Editorial TeamJanuary 20, 2023
happy little asian girl wearing red cheongsam
What is the best way to welcome the “Year of the Rabbit”, you ask? In style, of course! Chinese New Year is that time of the year to dress your little ones in fun and festive outfits that reflect the spirit of good fortune. Whether you’re a Chinese New Year newbie or a seasoned pro, it’s always fun to celebrate in style. Here are our top ‘fit picks that your kids will surely rock as they sing “Xin Nian Kuai Le” and eat sweet dumplings this coming Chinese New Year.
1. The Classic Red Dress
You’ll never get out of style with a classic red dress. In China, the bright red color symbolizes good luck, happiness, and prosperity. Hence, Chinese families always wear the color red during Chinese New Year and other special occasions like birthdays and Christmas.
2. Anything Polkadots
Just like the color red, dots are also considered lucky symbols in Chinese culture. They symbolize coins and wealth and thus wearing anything with dots only means you’re welcoming prosperity this 2023.. On top of that, they also look cute and can be worn on any occasion!
3. Button Up!
For little boys, a red button-up shirt is the way to go. It is a classic and versatile piece of clothing that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. It pairs well with a variety of bottoms, such as khakis, jeans, or dress pants, and can be layered under a sweater or jacket for added warmth and style.
4. Gold for Added Glam
Gold, like red, is also considered a lucky color in Chinese culture and is often matched with red clothing. Check out these gold shoes and accessories for your children to add some extra glamour to their Chinese New Year attire.
5. Onesies for Babies
Who said only big kids can have fun dressing up for Chinese New Year? edamama has some lovely ‘fits for newborns, too! In dressing up babies, comfort is top priority. Here are are best red onesies available on site.
So there you have it, our top picks for dressing up your little ones in style for the Chinese New Year. Whether you go for the classic red dress, dot-covered clothing, a dashing button-up shirt, or a touch of gold, your kids will look and feel their best as they welcome the "Year of the Rabbit". Dressing up for this special holiday is fun, but it’s even more fun to celebrate it with loved ones over Chinese food, some arts and crafts related to New Year, and books about the Chinese culture. Xin Nian Kuai Le, mamas!
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