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Get auspicious with H&M’s Chinese New Year collection

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Time Out Singapore editors
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Yes, it's that time of the year again. When bright pops of red and the clashing of gongs greet you at every store you step into. And H&M is joining in the celebration with a Chinese New Year collection made specifically for Asia.  

Most of the pieces are in red – all the better to play ban luck in – and men, women and kids can get in on the action. K-Pop star Siwon Choi and Chinese supermodel Liu Wen front the campaign, and with those high cheekbones and legs that go on for days, they sure make the clothes look good – even the slightly tacky monkey print ones. Just keep in mind that nobody ever thought these sly creatures were cute (especially if you’ve encountered them at MacRitchie), so choose wisely and don't get overwhelmed by the intense colour.

Jacket - S$59.90

Jacket, $59.90

Mini cross bag - S$39.90

Mini cross bag, $39.90

Printed red dress - $24.90

Printed red dress, $24.90

Embroidered skirt, $24.90

For ladies, the versatile pumps come in red or black, giving you an I-made-the-effort-to-dress-up look and masking the fact that you’re only at your relative's place for the pineapple tarts. Kaleidoscopic prints in red are splashed on a mini skirt with a flattering hem line, as well as on a loose dress with flared sleeves, bringing in a little of that on-trend '70s silhouette to your outfit. Or try on geometric patterns in red and white on a jacket or embroidered skirt for a fun twist. If wearing red freaks you out, there’s always the boxy mini cross bag, which is roomy enough to hold your phone, makeup and, of course, ang baos.

Knitted sweater - S$59.90

Knitted sweater, $59.90

Printed shirt - S$19.90

Printed shirt, $19.90

Blue printed shirt - S$24.90

Blue printed shirt, $24.90

Red sweater with monkey prints, $14.90

As for the men's range, well, let’s just say that dudes have really got to like monkeys. Most of the sweatshirts and tees feature the primate of the year as a print – big, small, or abstract, take your pick. If you're more of the clean-cut type, look presentable without raising eyebrows with classic pieces like the black trousers and red knitted sweater.

Navy blazer - S$59.90

Navy blazer, $59.90

Plaid dress, $29.90

Plaid dress, $29.90

Tutu skirt - S$19.90

Tutu skirt, $19.90

Then there's the children's line. And it's cute, which sort of makes us wish they're available in our size. Girls get to choose from poofy tutu skirts, glitzy heart print sweaters and pretty dresses, while boys can dress up in a dashing navy suit or a shirt that comes with a bow tie. No monkeys for them. 
Andrea Cheong

Available at H&M. Prices range from $5.90-$55.90. 

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