10 Serpent-Inspired Introductions to Celebrate the Lunar New Year
Welcome the Year of the Snake with these fashion-forward items that pay tribute to the iconic, mythological creature
It is officially the Year of the Snake, and as such many believe it to be a sign of change, prosperity, and healing, as we shed the past and renew ourselves for the future in the year ahead. However, one can’t be too confident in a positive prediction for 2025 as serpents also have the uniqueness of representing both good and bad with evil and cunning among its supposed characteristics dating all the way back to the snake tempting Eve in the Garden of Eden. However, this narrative quickly changed to healing in the Old Testament as Moses held up a staff with a bronze serpent to cure the Israelites as he led them through the Wilderness. This symbol of the snake and rod, which the Greeks also further populated, is still used today as a representation of the medical field. Lastly, reptiles were also believed to be guardians or protectors with the ancient Egyptian, Hindu and Buddhist cultures depicting the cobra spreading its hood over their gods and in their temples. Regardless of your interpretation, snakes have always been a constant motif in the design world.
With the longevity of their emblematic role in mythology and design, many luxury companies were eager to create accessories and design pieces inspired by the reptilian motif with the color red used throughout. From a beautiful, lacquered watch by Harry Winston to a bejeweled golden serpent wrapped around a red, Guerlain perfume bottle, there are so many options to choose from. If you were born in the Zodiac year or if you are just a fan of the beautiful, slithering animal, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite, new items. Here’s hoping they bring you a flourishing year of change and rebirth!
Harry Winston Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm timepiece. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston
1. Harry Winston Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm Timepiece:
This limited-edition masterpiece by Harry Winston features a red lacquered snake on it’s dial and is also available in rose and white gold. Here, the ancient idea of serpents being guardians takes on new meaning as the snake guards the coveted gift of time.
The Year of the Snake Gift Tower by Vosges Haut-Chocolat. Photo: Courtesy of Vosges Haut-Chocolat
2. The Year of the Snake Gift Tower by Vosges Haut-Chocolat:
Celebrate the Lunar New Year by indulging in Vosges Haut-Chocolat’s decadent Year of the Snake Gift Tower. What could be sweeter than starting your year off with their Lunar New Year Truffle Collection and the Good Fortune Blood Orange Caramel Marshmallows?
Snake Bag in Smooth Calfskin. Photo: Courtesy of Loewe
3. Snake Bag in Smooth Calfskin by Loewe:
You may not have thought it possible, but Loewe has added a coiled-up round version of a snake to its iconic animal-shaped bags. Its apple green color and turquoise eye is sure to be a standout for any outfit.
Tema e Variazioni wall plate n.409 by Fornasetti. Photo: Courtesy of Fornasetti
4. Tema e Variazioni Wall Plate n.409 by Fornasetti:
In honor of the 2025 Lunar New Year, Fornasetti has released a new, hand-decorated plate featuring a gold snake over its signature muse’s face. If you are a collector, this is a must-have addition to your set.
B Snake wool cashmere sweater by Burberry. Photo: Courtesy of Burberry
5. B Snake Wool Cashmere Sweater by Burberry:
Burberry’s unique serpenti motif in honor of the Year of the Snake gives a youthful nod with its simple, collegiate style to one the most luxurious fabrics!
Guerlain’s Rouge Bonheur by L’Atelier Truscelli. Photo: Courtesy of Guerlain
6. Guerlain’s Rouge Bonheur by L’Atelier Truscelli:
Once again, Guerlain has teamed up with Parisian jewelry designer Truscelli to create a limited edition bottle for its latest scent Rouge Bonheur. Featuring a gold serpent decorated with Swarovski crystals and wrapped around the maison’s iconic bumble bee bottle in a vibrant red, this exceptional design is sure to go quickly.
Dior Astral Mitzah Scarf. Photo: Courtesy of Dior
7. Dior Astral Mitzah Scarf:
Dior’s Astral Mitzah scarf, which features the constellation of Serpens, is the perfect accessory for those who want to celebrate the Lunar New Year in a more subtle way.
Stylo Plume Year of the Snake Édition Limitée by Caran d’ Ache Photo: Courtesy of Caran d’ Ache
8. Stylo Plume Year of the Snake Édition Limitée by Caran d’ Ache:
In honor of the power and elegance symbolized by the snake, Geneva maison Caran d’Anche has crafted a beautiful, limited-edition writing instrument featuring a golden serpent carved out of layers of Chinese lacquer.
Serpenti Cuore 1968 Top Handle Bag by Bulgari. Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari
9. Serpenti Cuore 1968 Top Handle Bag by Bulgari:
Leave it to Bulgari to craft an exquisite new bag with their iconic Serpenti handle for the Lunar New Year. This purse would be the perfect accessory to seamlessly transition from day to night.
Printed Cotton Ripstop Zip Jacket by Gucci Photo: Courtesy of Gucci
10. Printed Cotton Ripstop Zip Jacket by Gucci:
This chic, men’s outerwear jacket by Gucci takes the iconic house’s logo up a notch with the symbolic creature entwined within.
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