It’s just a few weeks to Chinese New Year, which falls on Feb 10, 2024, and it’s about time to get started on CNY clothes shopping to avoid the last-minute rush. And getting the fam all decked out in matching outfits for visiting will bring a whole new level of awesome to the celebration. Perfect for photos (and the gram), we have found brands that have adorable, chic, and gorgeous matching family outfits to choose from. From cheongsams to flowy dresses and mandarin collar shirts, there’s a great mix for every family.
Chinese New Year is synonymous with oranges, and the print design for Dressed in Gabe’s Prosperity Oranges series is splashed with cheery prints of the auspicious fruit.
Mums can look forward to a flowy smocked maxi dress with a square neckline while the men and boys get a Mandarin collar shirt. For girls (ages one to eight), there’s an adorable cheongsam with a flared skirt. And if you have a baby, you can get them dressed in cute rompers.
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One highlight is the in-house botanical ‘Wallpaper’ print, which is featured across designs, from swingy frocks to puff-sleeved blouses, and mens’ shirts. And if floral prints aren’t up your alley, there are solid-hued and striped options, too.
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Sporting matching family outfits doesn’t mean you all have to wear the same print or colour. The Missing Piece offers variety, while ensuring you still look all pulled together.
For instance, Mums and daughters can twin in light blue and white dresses from the Eiffel series, while Dads and sons can go bold in the Eiffel Men’s Shirt in a darker blue shade
The Closet Lover has two exclusive prints this CNY — Harmony Bliss, a colourful pastel print with abstract shapes, and the Paradise Dreams print (in blue or off-white) with Oriental-style depictions of mountains, elegant dragons and trees. The latter also comes in dungarees for the fam — a unique alternative (that’s totally suited for the hot weather) for visiting or outdoor activities.
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Love, Bonito stocks predominantly womenswear, but for the Lunar New Year, it has outfits for both kids and men, too. Shop midi and maxi dresses, Mandarin collar tops and camisoles in delicate florals for the ladies, to collared shirts for the boys and men. There are also various colour options for each print, so you can look matchy-matchy without looking the same.
Plus, spend a minimum of $88 and get to redeem its chic red packets.
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With it being the Year of the Dragon, you might want to incorporate the mythical creature into your outfits without it being over-the-top — and Chateau De Sable’s Spring Festival Print series may be what you’re looking for.
The print features traditional elements of water, mountains and temples, but keeps it discreet with soft colours and delicate illustrations. The pieces are made of light cotton voile (a soft, sheer fabric) while being fully lined, making them perfect for Singapore’s hot weather.
There are dresses, rompers, and collared shirts for the kiddos. Sizes for adults are available in limited quantities, so shop fast!
Shop here or visit Chateau De Sable’s outlets around Singapore.
Prefer traditional pieces with a modern twist? Or how about cute, simple designs? The Elly Store has a wide range of CNY prints featuring dragon prints to delicate laces. And for Disney fans, it’s even got an exclusive Mickey-themed series for both grown-ups and adults.
The brand also carries various cuts, including the traditional cheongsam with a flowy bottom, blouses, ruffle sleeves, Mandarin-collared shirts and more. With so many options, you’re spoilt for choice.
Shop here or visit its physical store at 501 Bukit Timah Road, Cluny Court, Singapore 259760.
Go big this CNY with Le Petit Society’s vibrant prints, from Chinese motifs in blue and rainbow hues, to striking gold and red dragon designs, and lush peony illustrations. Mummies have different clothing options to choose from — think mini dresses to rompers and puff-sleeved tops. There are even bandanas for furry members of the family, too!
What’s unique about Le Petit Society’s series is that for children’s clothing, you can have their English or Chinese name embroidered on the front left of the dress. Talk about personalisation! This also makes it easy for large families to distinguish the different pieces. Personalisation services require at least two weeks lead time so be sure to order in advance.
Shop here or visit its physical stores at #05-35, The Paragon, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859, or 01-06 Downtown Gallery, 6A Shenton Way, Singapore 068809.
The only thing better than a CNY-ready outfit is knowing that you get two outfits for the price of one. Maison Q is well-known in the industry for its reversible clothing, and they have also applied the magic to the CNY 2024 collection.
For the little ones from one to seven years old, for instance, one such reversible piece features the “Courageous Miss Dragon” print with dragon and scallop graphics, and the “Great March” starring the 12 zodiac animals. Both prints are available for adult outfits, though these aren’t reversible.
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You can’t go wrong with florals during Chinese New Year and Elizabeth Little gets that. The slow-fashion brand has a slew of floral outfits in different colour options, and in various silhouettes too, so there’s something for everyone.
The pieces are made with 100 per cent Egyptian cotton, a breathable fabric that is softer than regular cotton. On top of that, they last longer, so you can expect to keep these pieces in your closet for many days to come.
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If it’s bold looks you’re after, then direct your browser to Pocketpig Diary’s website, which has plenty of options that include brightly coloured fits with cheery auspicious motifs. Think koi, tangerines, peonies, and more for everyone in the fam.
And it’s not just apparel you can shop there, it’s got festive decorations for Chinese New Year, too.
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Scroll through Sea Apple’s CNY 2024 collection and you’ll find trendy silhouettes with interesting and unexpected details. Browse cropped tops, halter dresses, chic cheongsams, Mandarin-collared shirts and more in beautiful fabrics sourced from around the world.
Shop here or visit its store at United Square #01-68, 101 Thomson Road, Singapore 307591.
We all know the struggle of getting a child to wear something they just don’t want to wear. However, these casual pieces with the cutest mahjong prints by Toddley Thoughts will have children falling in love with them. There are even adorable matching cushions and bags, too.
If you’re not a fan of the mahjong design, Toddley Thoughts has plenty of other options, from soft pastels with subtle pineapple motifs, to quirky steamboat-themed apparel and dragon prints.
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