Of course I know it's the Chinese New Year but I do like to throw in the odd 'dad joke' every now and then. Sorry, I won't play that card again for AT LEAST another six months, brownie promise.
農曆新年
Look...who says Wikipedia can't teach you a thing or two - that's Chinese New Year in traditional Chinese. Or so it says.
Welcome to the year of the Rabbit. For some reason this morning I thought it was the year of the Snake but then I realised it was just my boyfriend being a creep. Stupid men.
This is the most important of the official Chinese holidays and although it's not classified as a national holiday it is quite widely celebrated in Western countries such as Australia, Canada and the USA, where the postal services issue New Year themed stamps. Very noice.
I've also just discovered (call me dumb for not noticing this very OBVIOUS point before) that the Chinese New Year doesn't fall on the same date every year - last year, for example, it fell on Valentine's Day. What a doubly SUCKY day if you're single. No one to kiss at the bells AND no cards. Hissss. Now I know this is because it's a lunisolar calendar the Chinese go by - I might talk slow but it don't mean I'm completely stupid.
Anyway, like I said, this is the year of the Rabbit 兔 . Not the Snake. So if you were born between 29th January 1987 and 16th February 1988 then congratulations! This is your year. You're not the only ones so don't go getting too excited, I just can't be bothered to post all the years that fall under this category. ;-)
According to tradition Chinese culture people who were born in the Year of the Rabbit are articulate, talented and ambitious. As well as being virtuous, reserved and well received Rabbit people are admired, trusted and are often financially lucky. Jammy baskets. Ironically Rabbits are extremely tactful people who love nothing more than a good old gossip. Rabbits are good gamblers apparently because they have an uncanny gift fot choosing the right thing - that'll explain the comfortable financial situation then! It's good to know it's not because they're motivated hard-workers. That makes me feel better!
Rabbits are most compatible with sheep, pigs and dogs... who would have guessed?!
I personally would love the chance to go to China to see a proper Chinese New Year celebration in full-swing. I can only imagine how colourful and fun the whole occassion would be. Very inspiring for some up-and-coming designers I'm sure - after all, look how many people of Chinese descent have taken over the fashion world with a bang.
Here are some of my personal favourites:
Vera Wang. I die...I want my very own Vera Wang couture wedding dress. It's never going to happen. But oh I want one. I'll even settle for a couture dress, it doesn't have to be a wedding dress. Still no? I can dream. I might win the lottery one day..
Phillip Lim. I looooove Phillip Lim. His clothes are sporty feminine perfection. Of course my obsession isn't helped by the fact that one of my favourite girl crushes Cheryl Cole has been snapped out and about in his designs. If I stamp my foot for long enough I might just get one of his dresses. Or a broken leg.
Derek Lam. He graduated from the influence of Michael Kors and his look is sporty, retro, feminine fabulous. I still prefer Phillip Lim but I wouldn't send a DL gift back if you know what I'm saying.
Anna Sui. I love Anna Sui, it's all floaty and pretty and girlie and her perfurme smells delicious. She's an international all-rounder with clothes, shoes, jewellery, cosmetics and perfume. Lovely :)
Jason Wu. If I can't have a Vera Wang wedding dress I want a Jason Wu one. He's A. MAZING. Ask Michelle Obama, she thinks so too. I am in love with his designs - they take you back to an era where women were always polished and perfectly styled. Sensational.
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