The Qixi festival falls on the seventh day of the seventh month of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The romantic occasion, also known as Chinese Valentine's day, marks the celebration of the annual meeting of two lovers, Zhinü and Niulang in Chinese mythology. The festival has always been a cherished tradition and a significant occasion for many— reminding everyone the importance of showing appreciation and the power of enduring love. The modern-day expressions of romance and contemporary Qixi festivities are now marked with a celebratory meal and gift giving to commemorate togetherness and an enduring bond between partners.
The custom of gift exchanging can be tricky, especially for special loved ones who love all things fashion. Fret not, as brands have been unveiling limited-edition Qixi-themed collections that are both stylish and exclusive. Each collection and campaign weaves in elements of Chinese culture making it extra special and memorable. Whether you're looking for matching couple outfits or a limited edition bag, take a look at some of the most stylish limited edition Qixi collections fashion has to offer.
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Loewe's Lovestruck Qixi Collection
Loewe has launched a Qixi collection of exclusive designs featuring adorable hedgehog motifs across a series of accessories, charms and limited edition bags. The collection is accompanied by a commissioned short film titled “A Tale of Catching Stars”. The adorable animation told a wholesome tale of two love-struck hedgehogs, who are the main characters in this capsule collection. To further embrace the aesthetics and cultural significance of the Qixi festival, the exclusive pieces were also shot with durians and lotus flowers— common symbols of the festival.
The Lovestruck collection features limited-edition colour ways of Dark Burgundy, Sahara and Spring Green for the Puzzle Fold Tote, Tote Mini and Pouch. The hedgehogs are subtly placed throughout the collection embellishing bags and over bag handles. Additionally, for those who love bag charms, hedgehog metal dice and felt charms are also included in the collection to further highlight the collection's warm and fuzzy interpretation of Qixi. Gift this to that special someone who appreciates a good bag.
The Qixi Festival collection is now available in CASA LOEWE Singapore.
Prada Qixi Festival Collection
Prada celebrates the Qixi festival this year with a campaign featuring renowned actor and ambassador Li Xian and model Xie Xin featuring a capsule collection comprising clothing, accessories, footwear and neutral-toned bags. To pay homage to the Qixi festival's cultural significance and rich heritage, the stars pose against the ancient buildings in Changkan, Huizhou. Bridging past and present, the campaign alludes to the shared qualities of traditional architecture and the Italian fashion house: enduring craftsmanship, simplicity and refined materials.
Dressed in preppy attire, Li Xian and Xie Xin pose in the house's finest garments, each impeccably made with refined materials such as elegant cashmere, ultra-soft leather and kid-mohair knitwear. The bags are the highlight of the accessories range, with the return of the Prada Soft Lux in Tobacco Brown Suede and the Prada Arqué in new pastel variations. Additionally, exclusive denim-coloured leather was used for men's crossbody and backpacks, each complete with multi purpose triangular pockets. Last but not least, the collection’s footwear also exudes timeless style, with a selection of loafers and ankle boots with a "double chocolate" sole. Anything from this collection would be great gift for someone that prefers the "quiet luxury" aesthetic and can appreciate the impeccable quality of a simple yet stylish garment.
The selection dedicated to Qixi Festival is now available online and in select Prada boutiques.
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Burberry Qixi Capsule Collection
As an ode to the romance of the Qixi festival, Burberry has unveiled a new swan motif to symbolise love and commitment. The new motif depicts swans lovingly intertwined to create a heart, presented across a range of T-shirts, shirts, silk scarves, a dress, cardigan and the Rocking Horse bag in the season's new colour way, soap.
The romantic swan-adorned collection is accompanied by an animation by filmmaker Ellis Ka-yin Chan, reflecting the collection's motif with cartoon lovers framed by intertwining swans. The couple were dressed in matching ensembles from the new collection. This collection is the perfect gift for the couples that love to sport 'his and her' looks and a cute matching look to wear on a Qixi picnic date.
The Qixi capsule collection is now available online and in Burberry boutiques.
KENZO Jungle Heart Collection
KENZO has unveiled the KENZO Jungle Heart Collection created by Artistic Director Nigo, ahead of Chinese Valentine's Day. The collection drew inspiration from Kenzo Takada's JUNGLE fashion to embrace expressions of love this Qixi.
The unisex collection features T-shirts, windbreaker jackets, cardigans and jewellery. To adhere to signature brand symbols, Nigo combines the brand's most iconic tiger motif and an elephant, Kenzo Tadaka's favourite animal. The two symbolic animals are depicted in embrace, forming a "hug heart shape" to embody the power of love, a new motif present throughout all clothing items. These items are great for couples who love matching fits but prefer more casual get-ups like graphic T-shirts and jeans. If you're not a fan of fully committing to matching outfits, the collection also has 'his and her' accessories, one with a locket pendant and the other a rope bracelet to symbolise everlasting emotional bonds.
The KENZO Jungle Heart collection is now available in KENZO stores.
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Tory Burch Chinese Valentine's Day Capsule
Tory Burch celebrates Chinese Valentine's Day with a capsule collection of heart-embellished bags, shirts, sneakers and jewellery. Inspired by the everlasting and simplistic qualities of love, the brand has made updates to their classic T monogram pieces with mini heart-shaped studs— from the T monogram bags to the Clover Court sneakers. Express your love and affection through the gift of an elevated classic!
The Chinese Valentine’s Day Capsule Collection is now available online and Tory Burch boutiques.