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6 sneakers for Chinese New Year 2024, the Year of the Dragon, from Burberry’s classic checked red and Tory Burch’s charming illustrated shoes, to Moncler and Bottega Veneta’s athletic trainers

Will the upcoming Dragon year also be the year of the sneaker? Check out pieces by Golden Goose (pictured) and more. Photos: Handout
Will the upcoming Dragon year also be the year of the sneaker? Check out pieces by Golden Goose (pictured) and more. Photos: Handout

  • Signature prints by luxury brands get a revamp for the Year of the Dragon, from Burberry’s checked pattern to Tory Burch’s monogram and cute cloud accents on its Good Luck trainers
  • Meanwhile, Moncler and Bottega Veneta take a more athletic approach with shoes that might be better suited for hiking in the mountains than casual strolls

Sneakers are the new luxury shoe of choice: having broken past the casual streetwear labels for several seasons now, trainers are now making their presence known on runways and red carpets.
For the Year of the Dragon, luxury brands from Tory Burch to Bottega Veneta have hopped on the sneaker train too, dropping a number of eye-catching styles that will help you make a fashion statement this Lunar New Year holiday.

Below, check out six of our top picks for the Year of the Dragon, which will be a hit among sneakerheads and non-sneakerheads alike.

1. Burberry

Burberry’s print, but in red, is a perfect choice for Lunar New Year
Burberry’s print, but in red, is a perfect choice for Lunar New Year
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Burberry’s classic checked print comes alive in red on the check woven creeper shoes, making it the preppy trainer of choice for the Year of the Dragon. If you’re not ready to go all in on trainers just yet, you can stick with the brand’s classic Chelsea boots instead.

Well-known for its sleek, autumn ready-to-wear, Burberry is an ideal luxury label for Hong Kong’s chilly but not too cold Lunar New Year weather. Complete the look with a classic trench or special cashmere scarf from the festive capsule collection, or throw on a baseball cap or bucket hat for some added cheer.

2. Tory Burch

Tory Burch has a Good Luck trainer for the coming zodiac year, with its monogram and cloud accents
Tory Burch has a Good Luck trainer for the coming zodiac year, with its monogram and cloud accents

For a more feminine and playful preppy look, check out Tory Burch’s latest edition of the Good Luck trainer for the Year of the Dragon, with its signature monogram print and pixelated cloud accents – a nod to the dragon’s sky-high home.

Its laid-back, cutesy cousin, the Ladybug sneaker, is a flat-top trainer that wouldn’t look out of place any other time of the year, either.

More clouds appear across the Tory Burch collection
More clouds appear across the Tory Burch collection

Clouds make an appearance across the rest of the capsule collection’s cosy winter pieces too, ranging from cardigans to pullovers. If clouds aren’t quite on the nose enough for you, the Dragon espadrilles are sure to give you a spring in your step with their beautifully detailed illustrations.

To fully embrace the Year of the Dragon, consider the Dragon espadrilles by Tory Burch
To fully embrace the Year of the Dragon, consider the Dragon espadrilles by Tory Burch