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Just as the embrace of Chinese culture has become one of the fastest-growing phenomena of the 21st century, so too has the Chinese New Year – or the Spring Festival – established itself as an event of truly international proportions. Typically honoured in all of the largest cities around the world, citizens of every nationality now look forward to processions, street dances, and all the paraphernalia traditionally associated with the most important date on the Chinese calendar.&nbsp;
Inevitably, this has not been lost on many of the world’s biggest brands, companies never known to miss out on a commercial opportunity. In particular, luxury precision watchmakers – ever mindful of the value of the Chinese and Hong Kong markets – have celebrated this Rabbit Year with custom limited edition timepieces.
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<figure id="attachment_70037" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-70037" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://www.harrywinston.com/en/products/harry-winston-emerald-collection/harry-winston-emerald-r3/red-satin-emeqhm18rr009" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-70037 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Harry-Winston.1-e1677118655442.jpg" alt="rabbit year" width="500" height="707" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Harry-Winston.1-e1677118655442.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Harry-Winston.1-e1677118655442-200x283.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-70037" class="wp-caption-text">Harry Winston Emerald</figcaption></figure>
Boasting octagonal-shaped cases, the Harry Winston Emerald watch collection features cases crafted in 18-karat white or rose gold. The 18mm models also boast a diamond-set bezel as a nod to the house’s “King of Diamonds” legacy. Available in mother-of-pearl, the dial is crowned with rubies in the form of an emerald cut. The standout from this collection comes with a red, classic alligator leather strap, which is a straight-out nod to traditional CNY festivities.
In celebration of 2023 being the Rabbit Year, IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled&nbsp;its Portugieser Automatic 40 Edition “Chinese New Year”. Housed in an ergonomic 40-millimetre&nbsp;stainless-steel case and featuring a striking burgundy dial and gold-plated hands and applique,&nbsp;a particular highlight is hidden at the back of the watch &#8211; the automatic winding mechanism’s gold-plated oscillating weight in the form of a rabbit.
<figure id="attachment_70038" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-70038" style="width: 768px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://memorigin.store/products/zodiac-series" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-70038 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Memorigin.1-e1677118819126.jpg" alt="rabbit year" width="768" height="576" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Memorigin.1-e1677118819126.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Memorigin.1-e1677118819126-200x150.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Memorigin.1-e1677118819126-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-70038" class="wp-caption-text">Memorigin Zodiac Series</figcaption></figure>
The Hong Kong tourbillon brand Memorigin, meanwhile, is honouring its long-term commitment to promoting Chinese traditions through the launch of its Memorigin Zodiac Series. The periphery of the dial is designed in an auspicious fret pattern, while the indices are represented by rubies or blue sapphires. The watch is equipped with a manual-winding tourbillon movement that consists of 155 pieces of subassembly module and 18 jewels. In all, it has 40 hours of power reserve and a vibration frequency of 28,800 oscillations per hour.
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<figure id="attachment_70045" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-70045" style="width: 768px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-constellation-co-axial-master-chronometer-29-mm-13158292099005" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-70045" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch.jpg" alt="rabbit year" width="768" height="576" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-200x150.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-600x450.jpg 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-373x280.jpg 373w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-120x90.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-500x375.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/omega-watch-400x300.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-70045" class="wp-caption-text">OMEGA Constellation Aventurine</figcaption></figure>
Turning now to the OMEGA Constellation Aventurine, this features dials fashioned from&nbsp;natural Aventurine stone, meaning no two dials are ever alike, with options to choose&nbsp;bezels paved with diamonds or engraved with Roman numerals. The watch also features&nbsp;diamond-set bezels and skeletonised hour and minute hands, as well as dial-matching leather&nbsp;straps in red.
<figure id="attachment_70040" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-70040" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://parmigiani.com/en/watches/tonda-pf-xiali/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-70040 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Parmigiani-Fleurier.1-e1677118946558.jpg" alt="rabbit year" width="500" height="676" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Parmigiani-Fleurier.1-e1677118946558.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Parmigiani-Fleurier.1-e1677118946558-200x270.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-70040" class="wp-caption-text">Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Xiali Calendar</figcaption></figure>
For its part, Parmigiani Fleurier has gone full-on Chinese with the launch of its Tonda PF Xiali Calendar, with its offer of a precision take on the Chinese calendar over the long haul said to be a world first. In order to deliver on this, the watch conceals an extremely sophisticated mechanism within an all-new movement – the Calibre PF008 &#8211; which facilitates the display of classical Chinese characters. As the Chinese calendar is not cyclical, the complication is mechanically programmed and extends across 12 years via an intricate cam system.
For its part, TUDOR has debuted new versions of its Black Bay line in steel and yellow gold with a fixed bezel. These Black Bay 31, 36, 39 and 41 S&amp;G models, as they are known, proffer a unique aesthetic with their T-curved cases intermittently highlighted with polished yellow gold sections. Fitted with Manufacture Calibres, including reference MT5201, one of the marque’s new family of movements, these models are said to be at the very cutting edge of technical watchmaking refinement.
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<figure id="attachment_70046" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-70046" style="width: 768px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/ww/en/collections/metiers-d-art/86073-000p-b932.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-70046 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vacheron-Constantin-e1677120805148.jpg" alt="rabbit year" width="768" height="416" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vacheron-Constantin-e1677120805148.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vacheron-Constantin-e1677120805148-200x108.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vacheron-Constantin-e1677120805148-600x325.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-70046" class="wp-caption-text">Vacheron Constantin Metiers d&#8217;Art &#8211; The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac</figcaption></figure>
Rounding off this month’s selection, Vacheron Constantin is looking to boost its appeal to the mainland and Hong Kong Haute horology aficionados and collectors by offering a customised rabbit-motif limited edition of its Métiers d’Art &#8211; The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac range for the Rabbit Year. The iconic representations appear on the dials and have to be etched directly into the metal, with&nbsp;the pattern remaining semi-embedded while standing out from its gold base thanks to a subtle array of accentuating reliefs designed to create an engaging depth effect.
(Text: Joseff Musa)

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Chinese New Year is an important occasion that strictly follows customs, rules and superstitions that reflect on the values and tradition of Chinese culture. Below, we track the highlights of the 15-day festivities.
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According to the Chinese calendar, the Chinese New Year begins with the first full moon on the first day of the first lunar month (February for 2021). Also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, it is the longest holiday in Hong Kong and its festivities stretch for 15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival. During these 15 days, celebratory feasts, family reunions, honouring ancestors and praying to the gods are all part of celebrating this auspicious time of the year to welcome in happiness and good fortune.
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First day (初一)
The first day of the new lunar year is an important day that symbolises a fresh start. Families pay a visit to their elders, particularly the most senior of the household, to pay bài nián (New Year&#8217;s wishes). Guests traditionally arrive bearing lucky fruits such as tangerines, oranges and pomelos and are welcomed with tea, fruits and a variety of candied treats, typically served in a round tray with eight compartments called a &#8216;Tray of Togetherness&#8217;,&nbsp; meant to sweeten one’s year and to symbolize the unity of a family.&nbsp;
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Second day (開年)
The second lunar day is dedicated to visit the in-laws. Married women will&nbsp; visit their side of the family, often bearing red pockets to give to the young. Sweet fried dumplings called Yau Gok (油角) in the shape of ingots are prepared to bring a luckier and more prosperous year. Lion dances and Chinese operas are usual forms of neighbourhood entertainment, and firecrackers are also lit to ward off evil spirits.
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Third day (初郝)
The third day of the New Year is one that carries with it many taboos. Although it is a day dedicated to visiting the grave of ancestors, staying out for too long and house visiting is considered bad luck as it is believed that evil spirits roam the earth on this day. Arguments and making fire are also best avoided to ward off bad spirits and poor emotions for the year ahead.
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Fourth day (初四) 
On the fourth lunar day, all businesses closed during the prior festivities will reopen and everyday activities begin to return to normal, including cleaning and sweeping. According to legends, this day is dedicated to the God of Wealth. People tend to stay at home to welcome in wealth, prosperity and abundance as it is believed that the deity will pay visits to homes on this day.
Fifth day&nbsp;(初五) 
This day marks a day to drive away the Ghost of Poverty by getting rid of old clothes, broken items and throwing out garbage. As it is believed that keeping rugged and broken objects will attract poverty.
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Seventh day, (人日)
The seventh lunar day is known as Day of Men, also known as renrì (people day). It is&nbsp; mankind&#8217;s birthday, a day on which every person grows a year older. The occasion is celebrated with yet another feast comprising of ingredients that have symbolic meanings related to improved health, such as fish- a symbol of abundance, vegetables and a dish called Seven Gem Porridge consisting of kale, leek, mustard leaves, celery, garlic, spring vegetable&nbsp;and thick leaf vegetable for prosperity and vigour.
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Eight to Fourteenth day&nbsp;
The following days after&nbsp;renrì are dedicated to specific deities such as the the God of Millet and the God of Stone. Incense and candles are burnt in honour of these deities, and the days leading up to the 15th lunar day are spent preparing for the closing of the new year festivities also known as Lantern Festival.
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Fifteenth day (元宵節) 
The 15th day marks the first full moon after the Spring Festival and of the New Year festivities. Known as Lantern Festival, vibrant displays of lanterns decorate the streets and homes to guide lost spirits home. Another reunion dinner is prepared to celebrate the bonds of friends, family, nature and the deities that bless the year with prosperity and good fortune. Mandarin oranges and sweet glutinous rice balls called &#8216;tong yuen&#8217;, are significant parts of the feast, symbolizing good fortune, reunion and togetherness.
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Family gatherings and gift-giving are part and parcel of any true Lunar New Year celebration, and these Chinese New Year hampers are sure to elevate festivities even further. Be it delicious wines, decadent sweets or rich Chinese rice puddings, these gift baskets offer epicureans with an array of auspicious delicacies. Below are four of the hottest holiday hampers to tempt your taste buds with&#8230;
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The Peninsula 
The Peninsula Hotel&#8217;s ever-popular Chinese New Year hampers celebrate the incoming Year of the Ox with the &#8216;lucky knot&#8217; – a symbol of prosperity and good luck – which decorates the gift box replete with several new assortments of seasonal goodies such as a candy box filled with handmade treats, a Travel Tea Set, and delectable festive puddings with a unique aromatic citron and ginger flavours. 
Price: HK$2,988 
Contact:&nbsp;+852 2696 6969
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Grand Hyatt&nbsp; 
Turning over a new leaf this Spring Festival is the Grand Hyatt, with its Chinese New Year hampers consisting of sweet yet healthy interpretations of its traditional assortment of delicious nibbles. Inside the gift basket are such offerings as vintage wines, deluxe dried seafood, homemade XO chili sauce, South African abalones, handmade sweets and more. The highlight, though, may likely be the coconut rice pudding, made from refined black cane sugar to encourage healthier eating habits.&nbsp; 
Price: HK$3,888 
Contact: +852 2584 7744
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Mandarin Oriental 
Beloved traditions are a warm reminder of home, which is what makes the luxurious Mandarin Oriental&#8217;s annual Lunar New Year gift baskets a city-wide favourite. This year, its Gourmet Chinese Hamper overflows with premium wines, traditional glutinous rice cakes, a rich assortment of chocolates, and other sweets, as well as savoury items including a signature homemade XO sauce, Chinese preserved sausage, fish maw, and dried mushrooms. 
Price: HK$3,988 
Contact:&nbsp;+852 2903 1624
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Four Seasons 
Rounding out our list of luxurious festive gift boxes are the Four Seasons Hotel&#8217;s Lung Keen Hing Chinese New Year hampers, all brimming with a selection of premium epicurean treats and sumptuous ingredients to usher in good luck, prosperity and health in the Year of the Ox. A star turn here is the Deluxe Hamper, which includes the three Michelin-starred restaurant&#8217;s famed XO sauce and tea, as well as&nbsp;South-African abalone, fois gras, superior dried moss, and premium dried Goji berries from Qinghai, to name a few. 
Price: HK$3,988 
Contact: +852 3196 8708

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Chinese New Year, otherwise known as the Spring Festival, marks the first moon of the lunisolar calendar year traditionally used in East Asian countries including China. It is an exuberant celebration, with festivities stretches over two weeks, including traditional rituals that follow traditions rooted in centuries-old folklores. From fire crackers and red packets to an array of strict practices, below we track some of the interesting origins of the myths and taboos behind Lunar New Year customs.
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<li> Lucky colour red and firecrackers 
Legend has it that the ferocious monster Nián (年) – a word that also means &#8216;year&#8217; – would emerge from the sea at the end of each year to feast on humans and livestock. An old man sought refuge in a villager&#8217;s home, and in exchange, he promised to defeat the monster. He decorated the house with the colour red, lit candles and jumped at the monster dressed in red while firecrackers burst in the background, eventually succeeding in scaring it away. The tale explains the belief behind the auspicious colour red that lavishly decorates, seemingly every acreage of the city. Firecrackers, too, are annual features believed to scare away evil. Another tradition beloved by locals young and old are the acrobatic Lion Dance performances that parade the streets, entertaining bystanders with the tale of Nian&#8217;s defeat.</li>
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<li> Rhyming couplets on doors 
It is almost impossible to find a front door without Chinese calligraphy painted (or printed) on red paper affixed onto them. Although alluring, these signs are more than just decorative. In fact, it is believed that they can usher in good fortune, protect against evil spirits and safe guard homes. These diamond-shaped signs – featuring the words &#8216;prosperity&#8217;, &#8216;health&#8217; or &#8216;happiness&#8217; – are commonly pasted in an upturned fashion as the Chinese word &#8216;upside down&#8217; sound similar to the word &#8216;come&#8217;. Rhyming couplets hung on each side of the door are also traditional features that invite in good luck.</li>
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<li> Red Money Pockets 
It was said that an evil spirit named Sui would appear on New Year’s Eve and pat the heads of sleeping children. These unfortunate youngsters would consequently wake up in a fever. Traditionally, money in red envelopes (Lai See) would be given to the young by elders to protect them from evil and bless them with good luck and happiness. This is perhaps the most enjoyable part of the festivities, unless the person is a senior or is married.<a href="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-55694" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck.png" alt="Eight myths and taboos behind Lunar New Year traditions gafencu magazine sweeping cleaning bad luck" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-400x266.png 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-sweeping-cleaning-bad-luck-600x399.png 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></li>
<li> No sweeping the floor 
Sweeping and throwing out garbage is said to be bad luck between the first and fourth lunar day. Apparently, doing so would sweep away any gathered good luck that has been invited into the home. Washing dishes and bathing are also a no-go during those three days, which explains why one of the major preparations for the lunar celebrations is to clean, bathe, and buy new furniture and new clothes prior to the first day of Chinese New Year.</li>
<li>Closed for business 
In Hong Kong it isn&#8217;t unlikely to see shops and businesses closed for several days during Chinese New Year. This period is traditionally used solely to focus on family reunions. However, On the fifth day of New Year’s, it is believed that the gods of prosperity come down from the heavens. Businesses will often participate in setting off firecrackers as they believe it will bring them the gods&#8217; attention, with prosperity and good fortune following in their wake. Keep in mind that borrowing money or knocking on someone’s door to ask for repayment of a debt will incur bad luck to both parties for the entire year. However, it becomes fair game after the 5th lunar day.<a href="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-55691" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects.png" alt="Eight myths and taboos behind Lunar New Year traditions gafencu magazine dont use sharp objects" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-400x266.png 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-dont-use-sharp-objects-600x399.png 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></li>
<li> Don&#8217;t use knives, forks or scissors 
One of the biggest taboos to avoid during Lunar New Year is the use of knives and scissors – or indeed any sharp objects for that matter. According to popular belief, using sharp objects will cut your wealth and success short, which might explain why hair saloons are always closed during the festivities. It is also advised to avoid breaking things for this same reason. If you have the misfortune of doing so, an old wives&#8217; tale claims that immediately wrapping the pieces in red paper while chanting auspicious phrases such as&nbsp;&#8220;suì suì píng ān&#8221; (岁岁平安) will ask the gods to ward off bad luck and bless them with good luck.<a href="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-55692" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts.png" alt="Eight myths and taboos behind Lunar New Year traditions gafencu magazine taboo gifts" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-400x266.png 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eight-myths-and-taboos-behind-Lunar-New-Year-traditions-gafencu-magazine-taboo-gifts-600x399.png 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></li>
<li> Bad luck gifts 
Other symbolisms of misfortune play a huge role in determining what presents to give – or rather, which items to avoid giving. In addition to sharp objects, it is widely believed that offering shoes and mirrors are associated with evil, while umbrellas would mean an inevitable break-up. Clocks and pears are also regarded as bad luck, with the former serving as a homophone for the words meaning &#8216;attending a funeral&#8217;, and the latter similarly pronounced to the Chinese word for &#8216;parting&#8217;. Objects that sound like the words &#8216;death&#8217; or &#8216;sickness&#8217; should also be avoided at all cost as they curse the recipient with an untimely passing and poor health. The number four, for instance, sounds like &#8216;death&#8217; and is a major taboo in Chinese culture.</li>
<li> Don&#8217;t wake people up 
Although New Year blessings are a joyful gesture of sharing happiness and well-wishes, it is said that blessing people who are still in bed will cause them to be bed-ridden for the entire year. A less scary superstition believed in times old is that husbands shouldn&#8217;t be woken up on New Year&#8217;s Day, lest he become a push-over and rushed around by his boss and peers in the 12 months to follow. This makes for the perfect time to sleep in, though with all the joyous festivities happening, it&#8217;s doubtful anyone would want to!</li>
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