LVR celebrates the Lunar New Year in style with some of our favorite women. We’ve asked them how they will be celebrating, how they have grown, what they hope the new year brings and…what looks they’ll be rocking. Whether you’re celebrating at home alone, meeting up with friends, or making a family trip, we’ve got all the looks you’ll need to enter the new year in epic style. Shades of red, sleek silhouettes, and styles that make us swoon. Discover the looks our muses will be celebrating in.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Here in the Netherlands we still have restrictions – we are not allowed to invite any guests to come to our place and my family is in Thailand. It is difficult for me to fly back, so I will be celebrating safely at home and do a zoom call with them. We used to go out on Lunar New Year to watch the dragon parade in the evening. It is very famous in my hometown. But this year I will probably watch it on the internet.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
2020 was a hard year for us. I think everyone changed, and probably in a good way. Since everyone had a chance to listen to themselves more. I realised how important our health is and how important it is to take care of each other. İ learned to understand the value of what İ have. I’m very grateful for my friends and family, and being away from them makes me realise how special they are to me.
I feel like I have grown a lot last year. Not being able to travel and with self Isolation, I had to keep myself motivated and staying creative – for example how to make the most out of the limited space I had for shooting the content at home. Never realised how much fun I had doing it. Overall, 2020 wasn’t too bad for me. I found many positives and learned so much. I am so grateful for all the opportunities I have had last year!
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
First of all I want myself and the people around me to be as good and joyful as possible. Nothing else seems to matter to me that much anymore. And I really do hope that we can go back to a more normal life and see our families and friends soon.
Professionally I want to start new activities and work behind the camera as art director or stylist and I hope the New Year will bring this opportunity to me!
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
There are few fashion trends that I am looking to rock this year like Good trench, bold shoulders, floaty maxi dresses, Cut-outs, netting or something pretty red and pastel.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
This year is special. I will stay at home and celebrate the Lunar New Year, make dumplings with my friends and have a warm and traditional time.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
Last year was also very special. Covid changed our lives and made me more aware of the importance of staying healthy. I stayed at home for a long, long time, and learned how to calm down and settle myself. I also learned how to adjust my mood when I felt low. The time that passed not only increased my age, but also increased my confidence.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
In the new year, I hope my career will take a step forward. I hope I can try different styles and interpret them in new and exciting ways.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
I hope to have more breakthroughs in my original style and to take cinematic pictures. I like the atmosphere created by unique styles.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Our family will gather in my parent’s home and enjoy holiday food like dumplings and Jap-chae(Korean traditional noodles). After dinner, we normally have game time with kids. Nothing special but cozy!
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
I learned to spend time alone. The quarantine time like working at home and social distancing from friends was very difficult for me at the beginning. But now I’ve gotten used to this situation and am even comfortable with it. I learned to control loneliness through reading, cooking and meditation.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
I recently refurbished a new house and am planning to move soon. I want to write a book about ‘living in style’ including home & fashion styling.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
The pandemic will continue for a while maybe. So comfort is the key.
I’ll keep in mind this classic phrase ‘the simple is the best’. Like Parisienne!
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
I’ll be welcoming the Lunar New Year with small celebrations- some with family and some with friends. It has been a busy start to 2021, so I’m looking forward to relaxing a bit and catching up with friends and family.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
I think 2020 has taught me to not plan too far ahead and be open to different opportunities. I’ve realised the importance of being open minded- for everything, and to be constantly learning or challenging yourself in different ways. With that being said, health is wealth! I’ve focused a bit more this year on taking care of my mind and body and will continue to do so in the New Year.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
Hopefully I will be able to travel again!
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
I’d like to experiment a bit more with colors (brights and pastels) in my wardrobe and get out of my comfort zone of neutrals and black. I also want to seize every opportunity to dress up; It’s hard to be inspired to dress up in a lockdown with nowhere to go- I really miss it.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
I’ll be celebrating CNY with my parents in northern California. Due to the ongoing pandemic, we won’t be able to celebrate and have a big family feast the night before CNY (which is the tradition called “reunion dinner”). However, we will be setting up a zoom gathering and celebrate in the comfort of our home.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
One of the most important changes I’ve made since last year was finding the balance of life. Before the pandemic, I would say I was a workaholic. Although I am grateful for many amazing work opportunities and to be able to travel around the world, I wasn’t able to see my family as often, especially during various holidays. In 2020, this changed drastically and definitely shifted my perspective. It felt good to slow down my working schedule and spend quality time with the family, and knowing that friends and family are staying healthy is the best feeling ever.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
I hope this pandemic will end soon and everybody will be able to get back to their normal lives. For myself, I’d love to live in different cities for short periods and be able to experience different cultures.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
Comfort played a huge role in 2020 and I would love to continue incorporating more timeless spring-ready knits for the upcoming season, especially paired with ’70s edge denim that are high waisted and loose in the leg for ultimate comfort. In contrast, I’d love to add some red into the wardrobe, a powerful shade of passion and energy yet romantic – perfect attitude for 2021.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
My family and I will be keeping our Lunar New Year celebrations intimate at home with some hot pot and, of course, red envelopes.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
2020 was a great year for me in terms of self-care, self-reflection, and innovation. I used my platform to amplify the voices in my community. That was out of my comfort zone but allowed me to be a force for change in a meaningful way that I didn’t realize was possible. Having extra time also meant injecting more innovation and creativity into my platforms – and that’s changed the way I approach content creation forever.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
I hope we’ll all be able to travel again because the yearning for adventure is real! I’m always up for a good challenge, so I’m also looking forward to new projects and partnerships that will push the boundaries of what I’ve accomplished so far.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
You can expect to see me rocking knit sets, baggy pants, and the bralette.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Spending time with loved ones and friends over dinners, as well as catching up with my family via video call (as they currently reside overseas). Definitely a more quiet Lunar New Year this 2021 compared to previous years.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
I’ve loved exploring my creativity (for example, shooting at home during the lockdown), and letting my personality shine through video content such as my TikTok where I combine fashion, glamour and a little bit of humour. It has been an enjoyable experience opening up more, and has also helped me feel more comfortable in my own skin.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
Pushing the boundaries in terms of creating content and exploring my creativity.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
My obsession with wide-leg pants, cool khaki hues and denim jeans continue. Thank goodness for that.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Will spend most of the Lunar New Year with my family, usually we will have a reunion dinner to celebrate and enjoy some Chinese New Year treats together.
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
It makes me realize that I have spent years rushing through life, pressuring myself to make my schedule all packed.
Pandemic has allowed me to prioritize family and friends, I also learn to slow down and put less pressure on myself, I intentionally build in space in my life to breathe, reflect, and focus on the most important aspects of life — the people around you who are truly important and make it all worth it.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
With the changes to the way we live, I will try to spend more time on myself and learn something completely new this year.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
You would see me frequently with some Wide-leg pants to match with bralettes and blazer. In summer, I would also invest in some sheer and transparent items for sure.
How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Kuala Lumpur is still under lock down, but I would still dress up for the occasion. I am planning to make some zoom calls with my family and friends. Currently still looking for games that we can play during zoom!
Since last year, in what ways have you changed or grown?
I felt that I’ve learned how to appreciate little things more. I learnt that it is okay to slow some things down and let go of things that doesn’t not serve me. I’ve learned to let go my ego in order to grow.
What new challenges and adventures do you hope the New Year will bring to you?
Because I’ve learned so much from last year, this new year is all about pushing boundaries. I hope I get to surprise myself with ideas and creativities.
What fashion trends or styles are you looking to rock this year?
I’ve been looking a lot at old school interior designs / architecture and I would actually take that as an inspiration into my style this year. I’m looking at shapes and colours.
A very special thank you to Pornwika Spiecker, Guo Xiayan, Jiyoung Kim, Justine Lee, Jenny Suet In Tsang, Jessica Wang, Willabelle Ong, Faye Tsui, and Jane Chuck.
