17 Lunar New Year Gifts to Kick Off the Year of the Snake
From glistening gold to serpentine satchels.
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The Lunar New Year is a time for us to reflect on the past year's accomplishments and celebrate the chance of new beginnings as we forge ahead toward the future. On January 29th, we will usher in the Year of the Snake, the sixth of a 12-year cycle in the Chinese zodiac. It is associated with notions of wisdom, growth, and renewal. The latter is symbolized through the snake's ability to shed their skin, which represents transformation and new beginnings—something we all could use as we enter another year ahead.
A big part of the new year is gift-giving, and who doesn't love that? But it's not all about the materialism of the gifts: In Asian cultures, it is rather seen as a symbolic form of love and respect, with each and every gift representing your wish for loved ones to have a year full of good fortune, an abundance of wealth, and plenty of happiness. This year, from glistening gold to serpentine satchels and everything in between, there's something stylish to gift at every price point. No matter what your budget may be, the important thing is to find something that captures the optimism of what the Year of the Snake may bring.
Ahead are our picks for the best 2025 Lunar New Year gifts.
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Anita Ko Lucky Diamond Snake Talisman
Anita Ko
Los Angeles-based designer Anita Ko created a stunning 18k gold hand-engraved Snake Talisman with a textured bamboo background to celebrate the year of the wood snake. It is a fitting design for those who want to showcase the sophistication and eloquence the zodiac sign is known for.
Ashley Zhang Snake Jade Bracelet
Ashley Zhang
Using the highest quality, natural, and undyed jade designer Ashley Zhang to fashion the cabochons in her limited edition Lunar New Year 14k gold bracelets. Each custom-carved jade cabochon is wrapped with a gold snake with a diamond eye.
Burberry B Snake Cotton Zip Hoodie
Burberry
Burberry worked with renowned Chinese artist Qian Lihuai to create a festive Lunar New Year capsule collection. Grounded in red, a symbol of luck and prosperity in Chinese culture, the capsule introduces new iterations of the brand's classics, such as a bold B snake motif that emblazons many of the pieces.
Coach Silk Bandana With Snake Script Print
Coach
This oversized muffler from Coach makes a great accessory to wear during your Lunar New Year celebrations. Rendered in a bright red and burgundy this lightweight silk scarf features the brand's cursive logo with a stylish snake motif.
Dior Tribales Earrings
Dior
Dior creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri conjured up magical Lunar New Year pieces with celestial and serpentine designs. Our favorite offering is this pair of pearl earrings with slithering gold snakes covered with stars. They also depict the different phases of the moon as a nod to Mr. Dior's passion for astrology.
Fendi Lunar New Year Black Leather Bag
Fendi
The iconic Fendi baguette got a special makeover for the Year of the Snake. Made from black calfskin with contrasting piping, this upgraded classic features bright yellow leather Fendi Eyes that abstractly suggest the hypnotizing stare of snakes.
Fossil Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Watch
Fossil
Fossil's Lunar New Year capsule captures the symbolism of wisdom and transformation with striking snake designs. This slim, gold-tone number features a deep red dial and a brilliant crystal snake. The best part? You can swap out the straps to your liking.
Gucci Printed Silk Wrap Skirt
Gucci
Step up your style during the Year of the Snake with this ultra-chic silk wrap skirt from Gucci. The skirt's black and white floral design is given a shock of color with a not-so-subtle neon pink serpent and matching stripe.
Loewe Snake Dice
Loewe
Loewe's Lunar New Year offerings pay homage to the ancient art of Chinese cloisonné. Traditionally used in the royal court, this decorative enamel technique is characterized by its vibrant colors and intricate forms like this charming snake object. The miniature is one of many offerings perfectly displaying the cloisonńe technique of shaping wire and filling it with colored glass paste.
Marshall Emberton Portable Speaker
Marshall
This portable speaker from Marshall is a great way to keep your celebrations lively. Featuring both dynamic sound quality and a visual style of vintage firecracker packaging with psychedelic rock artwork, it's the perfect gift for those who love to combine music and culture.
Ming Yu Wang Snake Bracelet
Ming Yu Wang
This hand-woven bracelet with an 18K gold plated brass abstract snake charm is a versatile accessory that can be worn beyond the Lunar New Year. Whether you wear it alone or add it to your arm party it's a piece you won't regret adding to your jewelry box.
Pandora Year of the Snake Charm Duo
Pandora
For those who like to add a touch of personalization to their jewelry, a Year of the Snake charm is the ideal gift. This one from Pandora features a green Murano glass dangle charm, as well as a 14k gold snake resting on top.
Rimowa Mahjong Attaché
Rimowa
If your family is anything like mine, you'll know that no Lunar New Year celebration is complete without a mahjong game. Although the brand Rimowa is known for its suitcases, they've launched a mahjong attaché featuring a custom-designed set of hand-adorned mahjong tiles and aluminum dice.
Silk Laundry 1996 Dress
Silk Laundry
This slinky slip dress from Silk Laundry is a romantic ready-to-wear option for your Lunar New Year celebrations. A pink snake and white orchids cover the bright red silk giving it a luxurious and romantic aura. Dress it up or dress it down—you can't go wrong.
Staud Beaded Year of the Snake Bag
Staud
Staud's classic Tommy bag style got an ornate transformation for the Year of the Snake. Hundreds of tiny glass beads bedazzle the bag giving it a rich textural look. A perfect accessory for those on the go.
String Ting Lion Dance Lucky Chain
StringTing
In case you didn't know bag charms are all the rage and no one does them better quite like String Ting, for Lunar New Year heritage meets elegance with this beaded charm illustrating a dancing lion which is a universal symbol of joy, prosperity, and protection, honored across many cultures. Sadly, the Birkin bag is not included.
Tory Burch Embellished Snake Cardigan
Tory Burch
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a limited-edition cozy, chic cardigan from Tory Burch. Embellished with a slithering snake rendered in glistening pearlescent sequins this v-neck knit is perfect for those cold winter days.
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