Call off the search: Your collection of CNY clothes in Singapore has arrived.
CNY is the time for reunion dinners, non-stop snacking and dressing up to the nines in cool cheongsams – there’s no better time to flex your fashion chops! This year, we’re crushing on festive street style, oriental inspirations and other stylish finds that will stay in your wardrobe beyond the festive season. Here’s our list of favourite shops selling gorgeous CNY clothes in Singapore. (Psst: we’ve also thrown in some amazing sustainable and circular fashion brands to elevate your lewk while being kind to the environment.)
Where to shop for CNY clothes in Singapore
1. & Other Stories
Dive into style with the brand’s 16-piece collection, blending timeless chic with a modern twist. Picture satin suits with floral embroideries, A-line dresses with cute bows, and essentials like tailored separates and pearl-embellished tees. Accessories? Oh, they’ve got you covered – with satin bags, pearl headbands, and bow-tiful hair clips.
& Other Stories, shop online and at multiple locations including Ion Orchard and Raffles City
2. Love, Bonito
Roar into the Year of the Dragon with Love, Bonito’s homage to Asian heritage through Eastern-inspired ‘fits. Embrace intricate knots, strappy details, and exclusive embroidery in the Opulent Florals series. The Yuri asymmetric drape midaxi dress is a modern cheongsam for formal vibes, while the Yanna Mandarin collar romper brings luck and joy with its chic Mandarin collar, fixed sash, and pockets. Plus, twinning moments for mums and daughters, as well as coordinated family ensembles, make celebrating in style a family affair. Break fashion norms with Mina’s padded tweed Mandarin collar jumpsuit or Mira’s knit midi dress in chic, dark shades for a look that lasts beyond the festivities.
Love, Bonito, shop online and at multiple locations including Ion Orchard, Funan and Jim
3. Uniqlo
Hopping between house visits? Count on Uniqlo’s essentials that effortlessly blend style and comfort. And hey, the family that slays together stays together. Mums and daughters can rock matching linen blend camisole dresses, while dads and sons can sport the cool modal cotton open collar shirts.
But that’s not all—brace yourself for the Year of the Dragon with Uniqlo’s special dragon print pieces. There’s also a unisex Naruto UT collection featuring beloved characters and dragon motifs. If you’re into embracing your Zodiac sign, check out the UTme! Collection with designs by renowned artist Han Meilin.
Uniqlo, shop online and at multiple locations including 51@AMK, Nex and VivoCity
4. Rawbought
Is your reunion dinner going to be a night-long affair? Swap out those tight cheongsams for Rawbought’s comfy Red Dahlia pyjamas from the Je Dors collection. The sizes range from XS to 3XL. There’s also a men’s and kids’ range if you want to go twinsies with your family.
Rawbought, shop online
5. Puma
Dive into the rhythm of the Dragon Year with Puma’s latest SS24 Chinese New Year Collection, where sports style meets Tibetan nomadic flair. The collection merges cultural symbols and ethnic patterns seamlessly into Puma’s branding, offering you a wardrobe filled with stylishly festive pieces. Look out for a specially designed Puma logo featuring a Tibetan-style dragon wrapped around the iconic “P” and vibrant red embroidery of the word “Puma”. From the iconic T7 tracksuit to cosy crewneck sweatshirts and casual tees, this collection has something for everyone.
Puma, shop online and at multiple locations including VivoCity, Bugis+ and Ion Orchard
6. Charles & Keith
Embrace Neo-Chinese chic with a sporty twist thanks to Charles & Keith’s Lunar New Year collection. Capturing a modern take on traditional brocade, this series is crafted from recycled jacquard satin. Highlights include The Ally bag which gets a petite makeover, and the Mary Jane shoes in two chic variations – satin flats and slingback block heels.
Charles & Keith, shop online and at multiple locations including Wisma Atria, Plaza Singapura and VivoCity
7. Pomelo
Pomelo’s collection effortlessly weaves the brand’s signature prints and oriental designs, marrying cultural richness with a modern, fashion-forward flair. With custom embroidery and prints that exclusively showcase symbols associated with wealth, health, love, and success, this 19-piece collection is a celebration of positive energies. Radiant reds and pinks dance across versatile silhouettes, from blouses to dresses and bottoms, each piece telling a story of new beginnings. One piece that’s going to be a hit? The huat-astic red crop top embroidered with dollar signs.
Pomelo, shop online and at multiple locations including 313@Somerset and Jem
8. VintageWknd
You’ve got to check out this wallet-friendly vintage store for head-turning upcycled CNY outfits. Its Lunar Luxe collection includes an edgy selection of silky unisex shirts, cropped blazers, palazzo pants and purses we’re obsessed with. We love that each piece is one-of-a-kind, so you can embrace your fun, fab, unique self in the Year of the Dragon.
VintageWknd, shop online or at 41 Haji Lane, Singapore 189234
9. Modparade
We can’t get enough of the cute prints at Modparade. It recently launched a Pearl Of The Orient collection, featuring gorgeous cheongsams, puffy blouses, and boxy unisex shirts in intricate designs. Just check out the Bastille Noah shirt and kohaku koi wen cheongsam. These CNY outfits are bound to make a statement at any event you attend in 2023.
Modparade, shop online
10. The Fashion Pulpit
We can’t resist mentioning one of our fave sustainable fashion brands. The Fashion Pulpit is all about swapping and upcycling to reduce the impact of textile waste in Singapore. Drop by its outlet at OUE Downtown Gallery for preloved shoes, tops, bottoms and dresses in an ever-changing inventory that’s always fun and fresh.
The Fashion Pulpit, #02-08, OUE Downtown Gallery, 6A Shenton Way, Singapore 068815
11. YeoMama Batik
This Year of the Dragon, brighten up your wardrobe with three unique collections from YeoMama Batik’s Wander World festive collection series: Live Colourfully, Urban Joy and Land of Dreamers. Each one features hand-drawn batik prints in myriad lucky colours and a wide range of sizes. Dress your family in vibrant Mandarin collared shirts, bodycon cheongsams and bold styles to stand out amongst the crowd. We can’t imagine a more colourful CNY!
YeoMama Batik, shop online and at #01-87, Oxley Bizhub, 65 Ubi Road 1, Singapore 408729
12. Pazzion
Pazzion’s Unforgettable Tale collection includes an array of treasures you’ll adore. Complete your CNY outfit with cute and classy Rosalie Floral point-toe flats (there’s a mini version to match your little one) or the preppy floy leather loafers. We love!
Pazzion, shop online and at multiple locations including Takashimaya Shopping Centre and Marina Bay Sands
13. Dear Samfu
Homegrown slow fashion label Dear Samfu brings its brand of nostalgic chic to the CNY fashion table. If you’re cutting down on your style buys, we recommend choosing a statement piece to create multiple looks. This Lunar New Year, Dear Samfu is turning everyday moments into magic with the ‘Lunar’ collection. Imagine soft floral prints, deep colours, and a nod to the past – it’s nostalgia meets modern vibes. Ethically made from surplus fabric and produced by women-owned partners in Cambodia, these pieces are sure to turn heads.
Dear Samfu, shop online
14. Cloop
Cloop provides you with another sustainable way to get your outfit for the Lunar New Year: try clothes swapping at its open wardrobe and City Sprouts and frequent fashion pop-ups. There’s a CNY fashion swap taking place from 29 January to 4 February 2024 at Anchorpoint’s B1 Atrium. Swing by for cute preloved ‘fits and give your old clothes a new life.
Cloop, multiple locations including Sprout Hub and Crane (Claymore Connect)
15. Levi’s
If you’re looking for timeless clothes made with quality material, you know Levi’s never disappoints. Update your wardrobe with fun pieces from its all-new Lunar New Year collection. Think classic understated preppy looks that evoke the comfy 90s streetwear vibe, complete with festive flourishes. We’ve got our eye on the Gold Selvedge 501 jeans featuring a special red tab on the pocket and a custom leather back patch adorned with dragon artwork and gold lettering.
Levi’s, shop online and at multiple locations including Suntec City and Plaza Singapura
16. Wray Crafted
This CNY 2024, we’re eyeing Wray Crafted’s organic cotton numbers that are designed to last. Don the pleat dresses for a relaxed silhouette that will keep up with all your festive feasting, or snag the wrap dresses for a universally flattering cut. Fun fact: the fabrics are handprinted, which means no two dresses are the same.
Wray Crafted, available online
17. Style Theory
Sign up for a membership with OG circular fashion brand Style Theory and get access to a whole range of designer outfits for CNY. Think flowy dresses, luxury handbags and more. The best part? You can return it after the festive season and pick something else for whatever occasion you’re going to the next month. It’s like a never-ending, ever-evolving wardrobe. We love it.
Style Theory, shop online
Done carting out your fave CNY clothes in Singapore? A stylish celebration awaits.
[This article was originally published in 2022 and updated in 2024 by Nicole Nithiyah.]