Entering 2022 seems like just yesterday, and the eagerly anticipated Lunar New Year is fast approaching! In the “Chinese New Year shopping” list, in addition to New Year’s delicacies and home decorations, of course, you can’t miss out on getting your hands on limited edition items for the Year of the Tiger! Earlier, we introduced skincare products with Lunar New Year limited edition designs, and major fashion brands have also launched Tiger Year items to “celebrate the season”. Now, let’s take a look at the eye-catching designs, adding a stylish atmosphere to the new year with “tiger” elements!
//Burberry//
The easiest design to match and bring out the theme of the Year of the Tiger is none other than “tiger stripes”! Burberry 2022 Lunar New Year limited series incorporates the element of orange tiger stripes into a variety of fashionable items. The Gabardine fabric trench coat is lined with tiger stripe printed patterns, combined with a casual design, giving a light and fashionable feel, while the functional wool V-neck sweater with tiger stripe printed patterns also adds a touch of style to the look.
In terms of handbags, the classic Lola design is updated with an orange tiger print pattern, along with a chain shoulder strap and a TB logo clasp. Meanwhile, the Olympia introduces a compact curved storage pouch made of cotton blend material, featuring orange tiger print embroidery and adorned with the brand’s logo details.
In addition, there are Italian-made messenger bags with tiger stripe prints, large tote bags, wool scarves, embroidered cotton baseball caps, and sneakers. In addition to tiger stripes, Burberry has also released pleated skirts adorned with tiger patterns, bow tie shirts, and other items, injecting a youthful and energetic vibe into the design.
//Gucci//
Gucci Creative Director Alessandro Michele will once again interpret the Chinese New Year special series. He reinterprets the brand’s iconic Flora pattern designed by artist Vittorio Accornero in the late 1960s, juxtaposing the delicate and colorful flowers and grass with tiger patterns, bringing a playful new print to denim jackets, shirts, dresses, and the linings of various outerwear.
In addition, jackets, jeans, and knitwear are embroidered with tiger motifs, with the words “Gucci Tiger” above, paired with oversized colorful floral prints, Interlocking G, or Web stripe patterns. Some hoodies and T-shirts are presented with hand-painted, hand-knitted, and embroidered tiger motifs, showcasing the brand’s craftsmanship.
Featuring prints, patches, and embroidery, along with the iconic GG logo, these classic shoes, bags, and accessories complement the fashion style of the Year of the Tiger.
//Valentino//
Valentino celebrates the arrival of the Year of the Tiger in 2022 with its Tiger 1967 Chinese New Year collection, featuring an “oversized” tiger pattern on items such as jackets, shorts, hoodies, Valentino Garavani accessories like hats, and Roman Stud studded bags. In addition to the traditional tiger color of light brown, unexpected combinations of light blue and pink tones are also incorporated, creating a bold and unconventional tiger pattern design that adds a street style edge to everyday outfits.
In addition, the new collection also brings the eye-catching Valentino Garavani Locò handbag, this compact handbag features a double handle design, paired with the classic VLogo metal logo, recreating the classic charm of 90s handbags, while also exuding a festive atmosphere.
