Chinese New Year: Horse-inspired fashion items to shop now
By Alby Permana, 12 Jan 2026The end of Christmas festivities means it’s time to switch gears and get ready for Chinese New Year shopping. Between house visits, mandarin orange gifting, and inevitable run-ins with that one well-meaning but undeniably nosy relative, anyone who celebrates knows that dressing to the theme is just as important as any part of the celebration. The year 2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse, meaning a year abundant in optimism and opportunity. For fashion lovers, the season offers a chance to get your hands on limited-edition collections featuring this year’s zodiac animal. From Burberry and Ralph Lauren, whose symbols feature the majestic animal itself, to Balenciaga and Loewe that incorporate elements of horse in big and small ways, scroll for our favourites.1. Wool sweater, $799, Ralph LaurenRalph LaurenLet’s be real, jumping from one house to another can be quite tiring – keep it cozy and cute with this Ralph Lauren’s knitted sweater that will put you in a good mood to face all your relatives.2. Cross stitch wool top, $1,790, BurberryBurberryBurberry reimagines its signature equestrian knight in a chic and sweet illustration on a knitted top for a casual fashion look that doesn’t fall in the underdressed territory. 3. PU leather bag, $79.90, Charles & KeithCharles & KeithRed, dumpling-shaped, and features a horse element – it can’t get anymore festive than this bag.4. Grained leather and snakeskin bag, $6,800, ChloeChloeIf you want to channel boho-chic for the Lunar New Year, Chloe’s horse bag is perfectly right on theme.5. Brass charm, $1,300, LoeweLoeweIf subtlety is more up your alley, opt for this horse charm from Loewe’s irresistible charm line-up.6. 18k-gold plated brass, cultured pearl, and crystal necklace, $455, Tory BurchTory BurchThe best thing about this necklace is that even when the festivity ends, you’ll manage to find ways to keep them in your wardrobe rotation.7. Brass, zamak, and glass necklace, $1,300, BalenciagaBalenciagaBalenciaga doubles down on the cool but on theme accessory with this gold and pink horseshoe chain necklace.8. Leather charm, US$108 (S$138), FurlaFurlaThe Year of the Fire Horse calls for a fashion accessory that lives up to the name, just like this Furla fiery horse bag charm.9. Silk scarf, $205, LongchampLongchampFor an added touch of red and horse elements, this twilly serves as a versatile accessory: wrap it around your bag, as a scarf around your neck, or hair accessory – the option is endless.This article contains affiliate links. If you buy through these links, we may earn a small commission.
