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Looking for the perfect outfit to ring in the Year of the Tiger? We have curated a guide to the best Chinese New Year fashion collections in Malaysia to keep you looking stylish from reunion dinner to Chap Goh Mei.

1. Melinda Looi

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What would Chinese New Year on Mars look like? Veteran Malaysian fashion designer, known for her boundless creativity and eccentric mind, Melinda Looi presents a futuristic festive collection inspired by outer space. 'My Tropical Mars' is a harmonious marriage of heritage fabrics, traditional silhouettes with utilitarian, sci-fi elements, such as deep workman pockets and strong shoulders, for a truly one-of-a-kind Chinese New Year collection. 

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See also: Watch: Tatler Talks With Malaysian Fashion Designer Melinda Looi

2. Behati

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Behati pays tribute to the Malayan tiger with a striking bright yellow Tang suit in its signature oversized silhouette, accented with fringed Indian brocade stripes to resemble the majestic animal. Other pieces from its Chinese New Year collection also incorporate luxury streetwear elements, such as track pants with Chinese buttons, military pockets, and more.

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See also: Highlights from KLFW 2021: Behati Shines With An Iconoclastic Collection

3. Yuleza

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Modern silhouettes, vibrant colours and impeccable tailoring, Yuleza brings its signature style to their Chinese New Year collection for men and women. 

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See also: Here's How to Celebrate Chinese New Year 2022 in Style

4. Khoon Hooi

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Khoon Hooi has gone above and beyond this Chinese New Year, with elegant bespoke pieces crafted from the most beautiful fabrics and embellished with pearl trims, bright orange feathers and intricate embroidery. 

He has also released a ready-to-wear capsule collection inspired by the osmanthus, azalea and magnolia flowers. 

See also: 5 Luxury Watches Celebrating The Year of the Tiger

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To get the full Khoon Hooi look, the prolific designer has also launched his first line of jadeite jewellery, in collaboration with SUEN

Shop online or call +603-9226 9208 to book an appointment with Khoon Hooi's atelier.

See also: The Tatler Community's Most Coveted Watches and Jewellery Pieces

5. Wynka

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From lace cape collars to pronounced ruffles and puff shoulders, Wynka's unique 'Gem' collection is perfect for stylish women looking to channel vintage glamour and timeless elegance for reunion dinner this year.  

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See also: 'Blossoms Shanghai': Everything to Know About Wong Kar Wai's Latest Project

6. Innai & Co.

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Embrace the divine feminine with the soft pastels and floral prints in Innai & Co.'s romantic Chinese New Year collection, Rú Yì . 

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7. Brian Khoo

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Brian Khoo's 'For The Love of Spring' collection is sensual and provocative. Our favourite pieces include figure-hugging gowns with sheer panelling and hand-embroidered cherry blossoms as well as the matching sets with relaxed silhouettes and delicate butterfly prints, perfect for stylish couples. 

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Zue Wei Leong
Senior Style Writer, Tatler Malaysia
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Based in Kuala Lumpur, Zue Wei Leong is the senior style writer at Tatler Malaysia. Read her stories on the latest in fashion, beauty and jewellery or follow her on Instagram at @fshnbrnr.