Chinese New Year prep means you’re probably spring cleaning, buying produce, preparing food and entertaining your guests all at the same time. So we understand if you might’ve forgotten to buy something new for yourself for your Chinese New Year festivities. If you find yourself in this pickle, fret not.
We’ve got 10 fast ways to save your CNY #OOTD, and they all involve finding something you already own and restyling it to make it look updated and fresh.
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Dress up your casual jeans by pairing it with a going-out top. Fun prints, flirty ruffles and interesting textures are great ways of adding a little jazz back into your look.
Tired of red? Pink is a great colour to use when you need an emergency shot of energy in your look. Team it with a classic striped knit and you’re all set. Check out our top pink style picks here!
Maxi dresses are great for CNY because they automatically take the headache of having to wonder what the wear out of your morning. On top of that, it also hides away your food bump, which is an added bonus!
It’s going to be humid, so keep your cool in a brightly-coloured crop top paired with a pair of high-waisted jeans.
A wrap dress helps to hide away all your problem areas whilst simultaneously playing up your figure. Double win!
Want to look casual without being sloppy? Throw on a denim dress and voila! All settled.
The white shirt is a closet classic, and you can match it with a mini skirt or a pair of skinny jeans. Just add pops of red via your lipstick or your accessories before you leave the house.
If you feel like your outfit is too plain, layer up some colourful necklaces and you instantly get that LA-inspired vibe.
You probably still have a party skirt or a pair of wide-legged trousers left over from your Christmas celebrations, so why not dress it down with a simple t-shirt! Finish with sneakers for a comfy-chic look.
Really didn’t have time to get your CNY clothes sorted? No worries, just throw on a dress with bright florals and you’re safe!
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Text: Aaron Kok
This post was first published in February 5, 2019, and updated on January 23, 2020.