Trendy bai nian bags to elevate your festive look
You’ve probably gotten all your new things ready for Chinese New Year—clothes, shoes, and maybe even a new look. Now to fully complete the festive look, all you need is a bag to go bai nian with. If you’re looking for one, here’s a list of 7 trendy bai nian bags so you can impress all your relatives.
1. Opulence Orange Bag from The Tinsel Rack
Do you remember the viral Froot Loop bags from The Tinsel Rack? If you missed out on them, they’ve launched a limited edition version in a special print for CNY. The Opulence Orange Bag comes in a red and blue toile print and carries all the essentials—snacks, makeup, and your ang baos.
The bag is made of non-lined canvas cotton and comes with an adjustable strap, meaning it can be worn as a crossbody or shoulder bag, depending on your fit. You can get this bag for free online or in-store when you spend a minimum of $100 on their regular-priced items, all you need to do is add it to your cart. Alternatively, you can purchase this bag for $25.
Get the Opulence Orange Bag for $25 at The Tinsel Rack.
2. Serenity Floral Satin Ruched Dumpling Bag from Lovet
For the girlies who want to exude elegance, the Serenity Floral Satin Ruched Dumpling Bag from Lovet is the bag for you. Available in 4 variations of printed satin, from a light pink to a floral, this bag will easily earn you many compliments from your relatives.
In case you’re worried about your oranges falling out before reaching the first house, don’t worry because this bag has both a magnetic and drawstring closure to keep them extra secure. You can purchase this bag for $28.90 but make sure to get it quickly as there are only a limited number left.
Get the Serenity Floral Satin Ruched Dumpling Bag for $28.90 at Lovet.
3. Kaise Jacquard Mini Bag from Fashmob
The Kaiser Jacquard Mini Bag ($38.90) from Fashmob is any pastel lover’s dream bag. This watercolour-esque bag has floral jacquard details with some frayed edges on the fabric, perfect if you’re going for a more demure look this year. Fastened by a ribbon closure, your oranges will be wrapped up nicely for the yearly exchange tradition.
Get $8 off this bag when you spend a minimum of $150 on Fashmob’s Crimson Reverie collection but do take note that any orders made with this promo are not valid for any exchanges or refunds.
Get the Kaiser Jacquard Mini Bag for $38.90 at Fashmob.
4. Mandarin Orange Bag from Modparade
From L-R: Scarlet, Sky, Bubblegum
Inspired by a Chinese takeout box, Modparade introduces the Mandarin Orange Bag in 3 bright colourways, from a bold red to a sweet pink—Scarlet, Sky, and Bubblegum. This cotton twill bag is equipped with a heart-button closure to add an extra cute touch, making it even sweeter.
Though the design is considerably simple, it’s a timeless one, so it can be paired with any of your CNY outfits for years to come. Talk about a versatile option!
Get the Mandarin Orange Bag for $28.90 at Modparade.
5. Crochet Orange Bag from Shopee
Though this bag is a little more on the nose, we can’t deny that it’s absolutely adorable. This Crochet Orange Bag from Shopee is 100% handmade and can fit up to 6 oranges which means you can probably fit all the oranges you need for the day inside.
This bag is a bang for your buck at $16.80, so if you typically give away your oranges with bags, it’s not so much of a heartbreak.
Get the Crochet Orange Bag for $16.80 on Shopee.
6. Puffy Bag from The Closet Lover
The Puffy Bag ($39.90) from The Closet Lover will be the most unique-looking bai nian bag out there because all the prints of this bag are made exclusively in-house for the festive season. This bag is fully lined with linen and features two different prints: At The Table, which represents the joy of a family reunion that’s shared over a meal, and Lotus in Bloom, which is available in both a blue and cream version—a modern interpretation of the traditional lotus flower.
This bag is very versatile as it comes with an optional adjustable shoulder strap, allowing you to wear is as a crossbody bag, or simply as a purse. Since the prints are made in-house, no 2 bags will look the same, so you can be sure your bag is one of a kind.
Get the Puffy Bag for $39.90 from The Closet Lover.
7. Lumiere Mandarin Bag from The Willow Label
The Lumiere Mandarin Bag from The Willow Label is extra special because of the eye-catching pearl handle that’s bound to be the cherry on top of a gorgeous Chinese New Year outfit. The canvas bag features 2 colours of their in-house Lumiere print, Dawn and Dusk, so you can get both to match with anyone in your family.
Redeem this bag for free when you spend $168 nett, along with some exclusive ang baos in the same print. If not, you can purchase this bag for only $12.90, which is an amazing deal if you ask us.
Get the Lumiere Mandarin Bag for $12.90 from The Willow Label.
Best bai nian bags for Chinese New Year
If you snooze, you lose, so make sure to cop your bai nian bags ASAP because stocks are running out quickly. You don’t want to be the only one around without a cute bai nian bag.
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