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Unlike Western New Year (which is celebrated on January 1), Lunar New Year marks a new start for many Asian cultures.
This year, the festival falls on January 29 and kicks off the Year of the Snake, symbolizing new beginnings, renewal, and transformation. Those looking for gifts to mark the occasion are in luck because plenty of brands are hopping on board to celebrate. Some pieces are limited-edition, so make sure you snag the goodies before they disappear!
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Each zodiac sign gets its own artisanal candy slot so they can take their tastebuds on a tasty journey through the signs. If you’re expecting anything basic, we hate to disappoint you — you’ll find unusual flavours here, like Yuzu Caramels, Auspicious Pears, and Lychee Blossoms (among others).
Roots
We see warmth and coziness in your future. This plush fleece hoodie is not only comfy but decked out in gorgeous embroidery that’ll keep the Lunar New Year celebrations going every time they slip it on. Plus, it features a large kanga pocket for essentials.
Amazon Canada
They’ll be manifesting luck and prosperity while assembling this cute set — it’s decked out with tangerines, red envelopes, and a few coins for good measure. Reviewers like that it’s easy to assemble and doubles as interesting decor once it’s built.
Mejuri
Doubly fitting for the Year of the Snake, this coiled number is majorly statement-making, and it’s not just because it’s iterated in glossy gold. One end features a large sparkly garnet evocative of a snake head, with reviewers saying it looks stunning on any finger.
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You’ve likely seen this bag just about everywhere by now — it is a cult piece, after all! But this limited edition version has gotten a Lunar New Year upgrade, thanks to the bright red fabric (that’s still water-resistant, by the way) and bold gold buckle. Like the original, they’ll get to choose how to wear it: either across their body or around the waist.
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The bottle’s gotten a Year of the Snake makeover, but it’s what’s inside that’ll thrill the most. Reviewers say this serum is a major game-changer (not to mention worth every penny), smoothing out their skin, reducing redness, and giving their face a noticeable lift to boot.
Bluboho
It’s the ideal piece to celebrate a new beginning, whether they got that promotion they were working towards, moved to a new location, had a new baby, or just need a pick-me-up. The gold snake charm adds the right level of sparkle to their wrists, while the red cord can be adjusted for a perfect fit (saving you from guessing their size).
Moleskine
There’s no time like the present to plan out the new year, and this themed calendar will help them do it. Celebrating the Year of the Snake, it offers plenty of space for jotting down goals, laying out vacation days, keeping track of to-dos, or just keeping their weekly schedule.
Swatch
Commemorative while still being infinitely wearable, this red and gold timepiece is water-resistant and features a quartz movement for optimal time-keeping accuracy. Since it’s ultra-slim, it won’t feel cumbersome for those not used to wearing anything on their wrists.
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Their feet deserve the best, so why not gift these expertly contoured slip-ons? A trio of buckles will allow them to customize the fit, while a smooth Napa leather footbed limits any risk of potential blisters. The snakeskin embossed upper is a subtle nod to the Year of the Snake, too.
Sephora Canada
You can’t go wrong with gifting a haircare set. This one is designed for all hair types, but especially those looking for a boost in the volume department. Inside, they’ll find a volumizing shampoo and conditioner, plus a bottle of the brand’s iconic Maximista Thickening Spray that’ll pump up their tresses with every spritz. It comes packaged inside a decorative box, so you won’t have to wrap it before gifting.