Spanning inspirations from Peranakan heritage to Hong Kong&rsquo;s cinematic era, these are the highlights to look out for before the festive season.

byThian

Following the success of last year&rsquo;s inaugural showcase, Fox Tailor, byThian, and Loro Piana Textile return with the second chapter of their collaborative project, Threads of Prosperity 2026. Crafted using world-renowned fabrics from Loro Piana and Solbiati, the collection honours sustainable craftsmanship, delivering pieces that are light, elegant, and precisely tailored for contemporary living.

FERN

For the coming Lunar New Year, FERN unveils The Peranakan Series, inspired by the layered beauty of Nyonya culture. From decorative tiles and elaborate architecture to vivid hues and beloved culinary traditions, these influences are reimagined through batik motifs, blending heritage craftsmanship with a modern sensibility.

INNAI RED

Inspired by Golden Petals and the glowing yellow Chinese umbrella &mdash; symbolising joy, luck, and the new year sun &mdash; this Innai Red collection translates its curved silhouette and translucent light into soft pleats, structured shapes, and sunlit hues. The brand&rsquo;s signature styles are refreshed with modern refinement, celebrating renewal and femininity through a poetic lens.

FIZIWOO

Paying tribute to Hong Kong&rsquo;s Golden Era, the MUI &amp; LAU Lunar Collection reflects a period defined by cinematic elegance, neon urbanity, and the cultural impact of icons Anita Mui and Andy Lau. The FIZIWOO new collection draws inspiration from &ldquo;In the Mood for Love,&rdquo; evoking its warm-lit hallways, narrow corridors, and Western-influenced interiors rooted in British colonial design.

Khoon Hooi

For Khoon Hooi, his Lunar New Year 2026 collection is a celebration of the modern woman, weaving together florals, textures, and silhouettes that express joy, grace, and abundance. A newfound ease defines the collection through soft, bias-cut dresses &mdash; fluid, breathable, and designed for tropical days and the relaxed allure of effortless dressing.

Melinda Looi

Titled &ldquo;Looi Fu Hustle,&rdquo; the collection draws inspiration from the designer&rsquo;s late father, who made watching Kung Fu Hustle a cherished Chinese New Year ritual. Reviving these memories, the collection stands as a heartfelt tribute to the man who shaped her creative spirit.
On the other hand, Mell by Melinda Looi draws from the fearless freedom of the Mongolian spirit. The &ldquo;Mellgolian&rdquo; collection channels the movement of galloping horses, expressed through layered textures, fur accents, and detailed embroidery inspired by Mongolian artistry.

ANAABU

Isi-Isi collection reimagines local culinary favourites we grew up with into festive fashion&mdash;from the Mooncake Pencil Skirt shaped by the gentle curves of festive pastries, to the high-neck Chinese Tea Top, and the Pulut Tang Suit inspired by traditional Tang-style silhouettes.

Maarimaia

Named Aurelia, the collection embraces the brand&rsquo;s signature silhouettes, featuring dresses, separates, and suits with timeless opulence. Enriched by tactile details like feathers, bows, and luminous brocade.

Marking the Lunar New Year with exclusive collections by Malaysian designers

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