Lucky Colors To Wear On 2018 New Year's Eve

In Chinese culture, it is believed that what you wear on New Year's Eve (specifically, the colors of your clothes) sets the tone for the next 365 days. Whether you believe it too or not, at the very least, it doesn't hurt to try!

The Year 2018 According To The Chinese Zodiac

According to the Chinese zodiac, 2018 is the year of the Dog. In Chinese element theory, each zodiac sign is also associated with one of the five elements: Gold (Metal), Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. So there are five types of Dogs, each with different characteristics. 2018 is ruled by the Yellow Earth Dog. Apart from being loyal, honest and kind like any Dog, the Earth Dog is communicative, serious, and responsible in work.

What Colors To Wear On New Year's Eve 2018 For Good Luck

If you're looking for luck and wealth in 2018, you need to be in harmony with the energy of the year and befriend the Earth Dog. One way to do that is to celebrate the 2018 New Year's Eve in the colors associated with the Earth Dog! The lucky colors to wear on this New Year's Eve are red, green, and purple.

Outfit ideas for wearing Red on New Year's Eve 2018

The color red is famously popular in relation to anything Chinese. It symbolizes luck, happiness and joy, and is widely used during festivals and important events like weddings. All that and the fact that it's the Dog's lucky color make red a perfect choice for a holiday outfit.

Women's Red Lace Bodycon Dress, Beige Leather Pumps, Beige Fur Clutch
For an ensemble that brings functionality and chicness, opt for a red lace bodycon dress. And if you want to effortlesslly step up this look with one piece, add a pair of beige leather pumps to the equation.View Details
Women's Beige Embellished Crew-neck Sweater, Red Satin Full Skirt, Beige Embellished Satin Pumps, Beige Satin Clutch
For a casual outfit, make a beige embellished crew-neck sweater and a red satin full skirt your outfit choice — these pieces go really great together. Change up this outfit with a more elegant kind of footwear, such as these beige embellished satin pumps.View Details
Women's Red Satin Fit and Flare Dress, Black Fringe Suede Heeled Sandals, Black Embellished Leather Clutch
Make a red satin fit and flare dress your outfit choice to look utterly stunning. Black fringe suede heeled sandals will tie the whole thing together.View Details

Outfit ideas for wearing Green on New Year's Eve 2018

In Chinese culture, green is associated with health, prosperity, and harmony. Take inspiration from our gallery of party-appropriate outfits in green and rest assured you'll make everyone green with envy!

Rachel McAdams wearing Dark Green Satin Evening Dress, Silver Leather Heeled Sandals
For a look that's nothing less than fashion magazine cover-worthy, dress in a dark green satin evening dress. With shoes, go for something on the laid-back end of the spectrum and finish off your getup with silver leather heeled sandals.View Details
Women's Green Skater Dress, Tan Leopard Suede Heeled Sandals, Gold Watch
Wear a green skater dress for both chic and easy-to-style ensemble. To bring out an elegant side of you, complement your outfit with tan leopard suede heeled sandals.View Details
Women's White Silk Long Sleeve Blouse, Dark Green Pleated Satin Midi Skirt, Silver Sequin Pumps, Red Leather Clutch
Why not choose a white silk long sleeve blouse and a dark green pleated satin midi skirt? As well as very comfy, both items look wonderful when worn together. A pair of silver sequin pumps is a wonderful pick to finish your ensemble.View Details
Women's Green Sequin Sheath Dress, Black Leather Pumps
As you can see, looking polished doesn't take that much work. Consider wearing a green sequin sheath dress and be sure you'll look incredibly stylish. When not sure as to the footwear, stick to black leather pumps.View Details
Women's Dark Green Slit Maxi Dress, Beige Embellished Suede Heeled Sandals, Gold Choker
When the situation permits off-duty dressing, opt for a dark green slit maxi dress. If you want to feel a bit fancier now, add beige embellished suede heeled sandals to the mix.View Details
Women's Dark Green Lace Shift Dress, Grey Canvas High Top Sneakers, Black Clutch
Inject a polished touch into your daily lineup with a dark green lace shift dress. If you want to instantly tone down your outfit with one piece, why not add a pair of grey canvas high top sneakers to the mix?View Details
Women's Green Lace Sheath Dress, Black Suede Pumps
As you can see here, looking stylish doesn't take that much effort. Go for a green lace sheath dress and be sure you'll look incredibly stylish. Add a pair of black suede pumps to the equation and the whole outfit will come together really well.View Details

Outfit ideas for wearing Purple on New Year's Eve 2018

In China, purple represents divinity and immortality as well as love and romance. So if you're celebrating the New Year's Eve with your significant other, a purple outfit is a great fresh alternative to the same old little red dress.

Women's Dark Purple Satin Sheath Dress, Grey Embellished Leather Pumps, Black Leather Clutch
As you can see here, looking stylish doesn't require that much effort. Dress in a dark purple satin sheath dress and be sure you'll look incredibly stylish. When it comes to shoes, this getup is completed brilliantly with grey embellished leather pumps.View Details
Women's Purple Shift Dress, Gold Fringe Leather Loafers, Black Fur Scarf
So as you can see, looking refined doesn't require that much effort. Opt for a purple shift dress and you'll look stunning. Gold fringe leather loafers will be a stylish complement for your getup.View Details
Women's Dark Purple Jumpsuit, Dark Purple Velvet Heeled Sandals, Gold Choker
For an ensemble that's very simple but can be modified in plenty of different ways, opt for a dark purple jumpsuit. You know how to elevate this ensemble: dark purple velvet heeled sandals.View Details
Women's Purple Embellished Evening Dress, Purple Satin Heeled Sandals, Purple Satin Clutch
Rock a purple embellished evening dress and you'll be the embodiement of class. And if you want to effortlesslly dial down this look with a pair of shoes, why not add purple satin heeled sandals to your outfit?View Details
Women's Violet Bodycon Dress, Pink Sequin Heeled Sandals
Look seriously chic yet practical by opting for a violet bodycon dress. Let your outfit coordination sensibilities truly shine by completing your outfit with a pair of pink sequin heeled sandals.View Details
Women's Violet Lace Evening Dress
Choose a violet lace evening dress and you'll exude elegance and sophistication.View Details
Women's Dark Purple Chiffon Sheath Dress, Dark Purple Leather Heeled Sandals
Choose a dark purple chiffon sheath dress and you'll achieve a proper and refined getup. Dark purple leather heeled sandals are a wonderful choice to finish this ensemble.View Details

The best part is that you can celebrate the New Year twice. In 2018, you get to celebrate the New Year the second time on February 16, which is when the Chinese New Year will start. So you have more than enough opportunities to wear the Earth Dog's lucky colors and attract luck, wealth and happiness in 2018!

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