Complement your Chinese New Year outfit with dazzling jewellery

The Josephine Aigrette long pendant in white gold is composed of lines of diamonds in various settings. Photo: Chaumet

The weeks leading up to the Lunar New Year festivities are an exciting time, with those who celebrate finding themselves busy with all sorts of preparations.

In the midst of it all, don’t forget to squeeze in some self-care, and for some, that means shopping.

Apart from the perfect looks for the season and the right shoes and bags, be sure to set aside some time to pick out jewellery to complement your looks.

Nothing says festive like an opulent-looking ring, so let Habib’s Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring, set in 18K white gold, inspire you.

Conch pearls are exceptionally rare, and to find even one, the search can involve 10,000 to 20,000 shells, making them a coveted gem among collectors.

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Striking pendants are the “less is more” of accessorising – with the right one, you don’t need much else to make an impact.

Chaumet’s Josephine Aigrette long pendant in white gold is composed of lines of diamonds in various settings with alternating spaces, the trompe l’oeil pear motif evoking a delicate woven lace.

Another chic choice when it comes to necklaces is Gucci’s Tiny Dragon Enamelled Charm necklace.

This exquisite Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring set in 18K white gold is a statement piece. Photo: Habib

For something with symbolism, pick the Zodiac Dragon bracelet. Photo: Swarovski

The silver piece features a cute little dragon in purple and an interlocking G enamelled charm along the chain.

For a conversation piece perfect for downtime with family over a meal, Swarovski’s Zodiac Dragon bracelet is the perfect piece.

Loaded with symbolism, it features the “lucky coin” and white crystal pearls which represent long-lasting luck and fulfillment, with gold-tone plating and colourful crystal designed to make the dragon look alive.

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Planning on having your hair up during this notoriously hot period? Then draw attention to your ears with Kate Spade New York’s Dazzling Dragon studs.

These earrings feature intricate dragon motifs set atop faux-pearls, the perfect pair to elevate any outfit.

Another cute pair of earrings comes from the Fendi x Frgmt x Pokemon capsule collection.

The Gold-Color metal earrings have an FF motif on the stud, with one earring embellished with a Poke Ball pendant, the other with the character Dratini.