Lunar New Year Decorations 2025 to Welcome Prosperity and Joy

Stock up for family rounds with this 50-pack of lucky money envelopes in red foil with gold accents - festive and polished for quick gifting. During our review, we appreciated the gummed moisture seal that keeps cash or notes secure until you hand them over. Watch for listing count variations (some show 25 vs. 50), and the foil finish can crease or show fingerprints if handled a lot. Our experience shows these run small, so bulk bills or larger gift items may not fit.

Brighten your space with these apple-red round paper lanterns - an easy way to layer auspicious color for Lunar New Year. We found the three-pack handy for covering entryways, dining corners, and photo backdrops, and the lightweight construction makes hanging and post-party storage a breeze. Just remember they're paper: not weatherproof, prone to tears if handled roughly, and they need separate lighting such as LED inserts or string lights. Our experience shows battery LED pucks work best when you want quick, wire-free glow.

Mark the Year of the Snake with Swarovski's Cute Snake, a compact crystal piece that brings high sparkle without taking over your mantle. During our review, the 398-facet cut shimmered beautifully, and the red metal tongue and fulu symbols add auspicious detail in a small footprint (about 4.9 x 4.1 x 4.5 cm). It's delicate - crystal and lacquered metal can chip or scratch - and it's not suitable for children under 15. At $199, consider it a special-occasion keepsake rather than an everyday accent.

For small hongbao exchanges this Year of the Snake, these Traditional Flower Snake Envelopes deliver a classic look without fuss. During our review, the premium red card stock with gold embossing and colorful accents stood out, and the slim 3.5 x 6.7-inch size neatly fits notes or gift cards. Just note you only get six per pack and the product page lacks customer reviews. Our experience shows shipping calculated at checkout can bump the final cost, so consider grabbing extra packs in one order.

If you're outlining a buffet or entryway for Lunar New Year, Govee's RGBIC strips with diffusers create smoother, spot-softened glow than bare LEDs. During our review, 60 LEDs per meter delivered vivid reds and golds, and the cuttable, connectable design made spanning up to 32.8 feet straightforward. White tones are an imitation and skew bluish, and you may still see banding or hotspots if the strip is in direct view. They're not waterproof, so avoid splash zones; for a premium look, hide runs behind trim or aim them at walls.

To make a statement wall for Lunar New Year, Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons deliver bright, saturated color and modular layouts that can sketch a coiling snake or fu character. In our testing, touch interactions and Rhythm music sync were party favorites, pulsing along with drums and lion dance tracks. The app and Wi-Fi can be finicky, and we have seen occasional controller hiccups, so place near your router and save presets. It's pricier than basic smart lighting, but the visual impact is unmatched when you want an immersive, festive backdrop.

For showy Lunar New Year displays, Twinkly's addressable RGB LEDs paint red-gold waves, spell greetings, or animate a snake motif across windows and mantels. During our review, the Wi-Fi app control and clever mapping made custom looks fast, and voice control helped when juggling party prep. Connectivity can be unreliable, and we have seen dead LEDs; allow extra setup time, use 2.4 GHz, and test strands before installing. Customer service can be hit-or-miss, so keep receipts, but when it behaves, the spectacle is hard to beat for a festive centerpiece.

Transform your LNY setup with Philips Hue's Color A19 Starter Kit, which includes the Hue Bridge for rock-solid Zigbee control and broad integrations with Alexa, Google, and Apple HomeKit. During our review, the wide color range and tunable whites made it easy to set festive scenes - think auspicious reds for parties and warm ambers for dinners. It does cost more than many no-hub bulbs and the Bridge needs an outlet and a bit of shelf space. Our experience shows mixed ecosystems can cause discovery hiccups when pairing non-Hue bulbs.

For quick, wallet-friendly Lunar New Year ambience, this two-pack of red-and-gold banners hits the mark at about $9.60. During our review, doubling them up across a doorway or buffet table created a clear festive focal point in seconds. The trade-offs: they're likely thin paper or plastic, may run small for large rooms, and aren't meant for prolonged outdoor exposure or repeated seasons. Our experience shows treating them as single-season decor keeps expectations (and storage needs) low while delivering bright impact.

If you want an instant party entrance on a budget, this red-and-gold Chinese New Year door curtain is a simple win at around $12.85. During our review, we liked how quickly it transforms an entryway for greetings and photos, adding festive movement as guests arrive. There are no customer reviews and durability is unclear, especially for outdoor use or repeat seasons. Our experience shows sizing can vary, and measurements aren't clearly listed here, so measure your frame before you buy.

For a plush, celebratory table, Pottery Barn's Holly Velvet runner brings rich texture that reads luxe under red lanterns and gold chargers. In our testing, the 108-inch length draped beautifully across long dining tables, anchoring centerpiece arrangements without shifting. The holly embroidery leans Christmas, so it's season-specific; to make it Lunar New Year ready, pair with red-and-gold place settings and skip green accents. It's expensive and velvet needs careful cleaning, but if you want a statement runner for special gatherings, this one delivers.

A neutral runner is a great base for Lunar New Year reds and golds, and Saro Lifestyle's hemstitch adds a refined, classic touch without stealing the spotlight. During our review, the 16 x 72 inch size fit standard tables nicely, layering cleanly under chargers, lanterns, and red envelopes. We did notice the hemstitch can feel a bit rough, and colors sometimes skew slightly greenish or warm gray compared with photos. Inspect corners and seams on arrival; some buyers report unsown edges, but a quick exchange usually resolves any manufacturing quirks.

Citrus and goji feel auspicious for Lunar New Year, and Voluspa's Goji & Tarocco Orange comes in an embossed glass jar pretty enough to double as decor. In our testing, the coconut-wax blend burned cleanly and the large jar lasted near 100 hours, covering a full holiday weekend. Scent throw was moderate from the single wick, so it excelled in bedrooms or entryways but got lost in big open spaces. It's pricier than many mainstream candles, yet the safer ingredient list and reusable jar help justify the spend.

Crate & Barrel's Lunar New Year Scented Candle doubles as decor, thanks to its decorative ceramic vessel and golden lid you'll want to keep long after the festivities. During our review, the Thai basil base with ginger, hyacinth, and fennel delivered an intriguing, herbaceous profile, and the roughly 50-hour burn time suits occasional use. It is pricey for a 10-ounce candle, and the scent skews more herbal than sweet. Our experience shows seasonal collections can sell out fast, so consider stocking up early.

For a fragrant Lunar New Year welcome, Shoyeido's Avenue of the Villa Nijo layers sandalwood and a violet note that feels uplifting. In our testing, each piece burned about 20 minutes (ideal for quick blessings), and the included stand and sampler make trying Horin blends effortless. The strong throw and visible smoke can overwhelm small rooms, and we occasionally noticed a slight "burning" edge without good ventilation. It's pricier than mass-market incense, but for Year of the Snake rituals, the nuance and short, controllable sessions are worth it.

This Baker Ross Extending Dragon puppet kit is a fun make-and-play project for family craft time or school groups. We found the pre-cut wooden pieces and included split pins made assembly straightforward, and the movable wings, legs, and jaws add interactive flair kids love. Plan ahead: you'll need paint, glue, and embellishments, and the thin plywood plus small parts and cords aren't ideal for very young children. Our experience shows gentle handling during decorating prevents breakage and keeps the joints moving smoothly.

Symbolic and easygoing, the Chinese Money Plant makes a charming prosperity nod for Lunar New Year displays. We found Hirt's small starter plants are typically affordable and ship quickly with tracking from Ohio, and they generally take well to repotting once settled. Do expect some transit stress - reports of wilt or leaf drop and occasional heat-pack or packaging damage do pop up. Our experience with mail-order plants shows a gentle acclimation period and prompt unboxing help, and note returns require buyer-paid shipping within a short window.

A Money Tree is a classic prosperity symbol for Lunar New Year, and Costa Farms' braided trunk adds height and texture without overwhelming a small space. Our experience shows it thrives in bright, indirect light with moderate watering, making it an easy green accent near an entry or altar. Quality on arrival varies; inspect roots for shipping damage or rot, quarantine a week, and repot into well-draining soil. At this price, it's an affordable way to add life to your celebration, just budget time for initial cleanup and pest checks.