Cover Tory Burch Lucky Rabbit capsule collection (Photo: Tory Burch)

Flaunt this year’s zodiac animal with these stylish bags, shoes and more

What 2023, the Year of the Rabbit, has in store will differ from person to person, but one thing’s for sure: we can all benefit from having the Chinese zodiac animal in some form for good fortune and prosperity. If you don’t have a pet bunny or a rabbit’s foot lying around for luck, fret not. This year’s Chinese New Year collections offer plenty of rabbit-inspired statement pieces that you can wear all year long.

Fashion brands like Alexander McQueen and Moschino have interpreted the zodiac symbol for the festive season in ingenious ways, from reviving a nostalgic cartoon character to offering elegant illustrations of the rabbit. Consider some of the stylish talismans below to see you through the Lunar New Year.

Read more: Chinese New Year 2023: The Rabbit Adds Whimsy to These Luxury Watches

1. Loewe ‘Bunny Bucket’ bag

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No fashion brand nails animal-inspired accessories better than Loewe, which has finally unveiled its Year of the Rabbit collection through a campaign with Tang Wei. Beyond the bunny-inspired accessories we’ve come to expect from the Spanish fashion brand, there are also basket bags, shearling bags, and bunny-eared twists on Loewe’s signature Hammock bag. Our personal favourite: the Bunny Bucket bag, which is crafted from raffia in the shape of a rabbit and even features a pom pom tail.

2. & Other Stories scarf

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& Other Stories’ Lunar New Year collection has arrived at its Ion Orchard store, and you’ll find stylish knits, tweed ensembles and rabbit-inspired accessories to wear this festive season. Among them are two limited-edition scarves featuring the rabbit that will add an elegant touch to all your outfits. Get a scarf for free when you spend more than SG$288 in store. Drop by on January 14 for a complimentary zodiac and feng shui talk (from 11 am to 12 pm), or a free crystal stone aura reading with any purchase (from 2 pm to 5 pm).

3. Bottega Veneta key ring

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Bottega Veneta’s new key ring is a good luck charm that you can bring anywhere. The trinket, which is made of red leather and comes in the shape of a rabbit, can easily be hung from your favourite Bottega Veneta bags and pouches.

4. Mulberry x Miffy tote bag

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For the minimalist, and the Miffy fan, Mulberry’s Lunar New Year collection is an absolute delight. The British label has put the mild-mannered cartoon character front and centre across a range of leather bags, wallets and key rings. But the accessory you’ll likely  reach for the most is this canvas tote bag: sweet and simple.

5. Burberry ‘Lola’ bag

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Good things come in pairs, just like the rabbits that are stitched onto Burberry’s limited-edition Lola bag that was designed to commemorate Chinese New Year. A closer look at the artistic detail reveals that the rabbit ears actually form a heart, making the bag the perfect accessory for Valentine’s Day, too.

6. Alexander McQueen ‘Curve’ bag

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Don’t want to let everyone know how superstitious you are? Consider Alexander McQueen’s special rendition of its beloved The Curve bag for Chinese New Year. The bucket bag comes in an alluring gradient of white—like a rabbit’s fur, of course—that glows into festive red. Open the bag for a surprise: a pair of bunnies rendered in elegant brush strokes sit side by side just under the flap.

7. Moschino x Bugs Bunny bag

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In a playful celebration of 2023’s zodiac animal, Moschino has released a capsule collection featuring the famous cartoon rabbit, Bugs Bunny. A highlight? This heart-shaped handbag that’s sure to stand out during your Chinese New Year visits.

8. Coach ‘Gotham Tall Tote’ bag

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Coach’s ever-practical tote bag now comes with a streetwear-inspired edge. The New York fashion label has embellished the bag’s classic canvas and leather exterior with a graffiti-style rabbit symbol, making the accessory a quirky addition for your Coach collection.

9. Loro Piana ‘Summer Charms Walk’ shoes

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Looking for a smart, everyday option to incorporate the rabbit into your wardrobe? Try Loro Piana’s sophisticated Summer Charms Walk loafers, crafted from the softest suede. The Italian luxury brand has added a subtle zodiac-inspired detail to its bestselling shoes, in the form of a rabbit charm that sits along the front saddles. Korean actor and Loro Piana ambassador Hyun Bin would approve.

10. Tory Burch ‘Reva the Rabbit’ bucket hat

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Tory Burch’s Lucky Rabbit capsule collection is pixel perfect, peppered with adorable, 8-bit style artwork of this year’s lucky animal. If the bucket hat is a style staple of your wardrobe, this limited-edition design is one worth showing off. It’s crafted from bright red wool and covered in rabbit patches that will instantly bring a smile to anyone’s face.

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