1. Burberry
Burberry’s classic checked print comes alive in red on the check woven creeper shoes, making it the preppy trainer of choice for the Year of the Dragon. If you’re not ready to go all in on trainers just yet, you can stick with the brand’s classic Chelsea boots instead.
Well-known for its sleek, autumn ready-to-wear, Burberry is an ideal luxury label for Hong Kong’s chilly but not too cold Lunar New Year weather. Complete the look with a classic trench or special cashmere scarf from the festive capsule collection, or throw on a baseball cap or bucket hat for some added cheer.
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2. Tory Burch
For a more feminine and playful preppy look, check out Tory Burch’s latest edition of the Good Luck trainer for the Year of the Dragon, with its signature monogram print and pixelated cloud accents – a nod to the dragon’s sky-high home.
Its laid-back, cutesy cousin, the Ladybug sneaker, is a flat-top trainer that wouldn’t look out of place any other time of the year, either.
Clouds make an appearance across the rest of the capsule collection’s cosy winter pieces too, ranging from cardigans to pullovers. If clouds aren’t quite on the nose enough for you, the Dragon espadrilles are sure to give you a spring in your step with their beautifully detailed illustrations.
3. Moncler
Moncler’s Trailgrip trainers are equally functional and fashionable, with an instantly recognisable rugged sole designed to adapt to any sort of terrain. For the Year of the Dragon, the classic shoe is reimagined in an array of bright and joyful colours reflecting the holiday.
The brand opts for a hot pink sole instead of the obvious red, with a rubber flourish reminiscent of a dragon’s skin crawling up the front of the shoe. Reflective mesh patterns on the shoe give way to what looks like dragon scales, making this an eye-catching choice to say the least. Not bad for a Lunar New Year hike!
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4. Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta’s bright and bold Lunar New Year trainers reflect the sleek and innovative approach that has made creative director Matthiew Blazy so popular. The brand’s unisex low-top Orbit trainer, a lightweight shoe made for movement, is great for any fashionista on the go. It gets a holiday facelift here by being reimagined in a shiny, flashy red.
The best part about these trainers, which are available in a range of other colourways, is how well they integrate into the brand’s larger capsule collection. Picture yourself rocking these kicks with a bespoke Jodie bag with a dragon’s scales and tail as the handle. Cool and cheeky, just like the brand itself.
5. Golden Goose
All fashion insiders know Golden Goose trainers always retain retro value, and this year’s Lunar New Year edition will be no different. Sure to be an instant classic, the Italian luxury brand’s limited-edition Ball Star and Super-Star sneakers feature the distinctive Golden Goose star alongside gorgeous illustrations of birds, blossoms, and of course, the dragon – all symbols which are deeply rooted in Chinese culture.
The brand opts for a light peach shade to accent the shoes in a nod to 2024’s Pantone colour of the year, peach fuzz. A great option for those who would prefer to stick to white trainers while still celebrating the Lunar New Year holiday.
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6. Geox
If you’re looking for home-grown pieces, Italian brand Geox has collaborated with Hong Kong-based The Flying Hawk Studio to create its Lunar New Year collection of limited edition collectibles available exclusively in Asia. With hand-drawn dragons and the Geox logo in big graffiti letters, these trainers are streetwear gold.
The designs come in a variety of colours and you can even add a sterling silver shoe charm, a little accessory adding some bling to your walk. Crafted from supple white napa, the trainers are a comfortable everyday alternative to high heels or fancy flats.Bonus: Loro Piana
In case you’re not convinced to up your trainer game this Lunar New Year, Loro Piana’s classic and comfortable suede loafers provide a pretty good alternative. Embellished with a small and sleek dragon charm, the Summer Walk shoes are a subtle answer to the loud and proud maximalism that usually arrives with Lunar New Year capsule collections.
Available in soft shades of pastel blue and pink, the loafers are sure to bring life to more toned-down looks, or serve as that perfect finishing touch for over-the-top outfits that go too hard on the red. If you refuse to break your quiet luxury streak for the holidays, this is the go-to shoe for you.ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tK%2FMqWWcp51kuqKzwLOgp52jZMC1xcueZp%2BZo522sLqOrameppSofKK%2B06KapZ1faH91g5hucGhuXai7pq3KnqmsZZOdtq%2Bx0p5kp52nYsamrdFmaWlqZGLGpq3RZpurmZeku26u1KuZnqqirsBur8uaqqyhk2KwqbHCpJydZaKasW6tzZ1kraeirnqjwdGcn6xlk52us7nIp54%3D