Gallop into Chinese New Year 2026 with fresh looks and styles. Here’s a list of where to shop for fashionable cheongsam and qi paos, matching couple or family sets, and modern pieces you can re-wear with your daily staples:
For Her
1. FERN
Inspired by Peranakan heritage, FERN presents the ‘Peranakan’ series this Chinese New Year. Look polished and elegant in hand-painted batik kaftans, scallop co-ords and cheongsam dresses in flattering profiles. Available in pretty tones like teal, hibiscus red, salmon, magenta pink, and kaya, you’ll be photo ready without breaking a sweat!
*Pre-orders for selected designs take four to 5 weeks to produce.
2. Cheongsam by Jane
Browse through Cheongsam By Jane’s online catalogue for a great selection of ready-stock cheongsams, vintage bags, and accessories available all year-round. Choose a mini or long traditional thigh-slit cheongsam for a classy reunion dinner ensemble, or a matching brocade two-piece outfit with your other half for a trendy twist. The boutique caters to size S to 2XL and offers discounts for selected styles, so do follow their socials for the latest updates.
3. Innai Red
Coined ‘Golden Petal’, Innai Red introduces an ethereal bespoke collection filled with silky fabrics, intricate detailing like hand-finished beadings, appliqué, and embroidery including refined folds and silhouettes. Just like the gentle and glorious glow of the new year sun under an umbrella, the designs are truly captivating. Each piece is unique to its own and exclusively available at Innai Red’s boutique, by appointment only.
Contact the boutique for more details on pricing and booking.
4. Florette The Label
Journey down memory lane with Florette The Label’s Lunar New Year 2026 collection, ‘Eternal Heirloom’, as it showcases feminine styles with fitted vintage checkered and floral cheongsams, waist-cinching brocade pencil skirts, and soft cotton tops with delicate embroidery and trimmings namely pankou knot fasteners and invisible back zippers. Nursing mums can opt for the brand’s popular wrinkle and iron-free wrap dress with mandarin collar for a comfortable, practical, and charming outfit during the festivities.
5. Roa Skye
Brilliant at creating contemporary and fun ready-to-wear dresses, Roa Skye reveals a stunning tulip cut cheongsam. The pink or green ‘Victoria’ cheongsam (RM699) comes in size 8 to 16 and has bright, bursting fireworks patterns all over, including handy pockets on each side. Another worthy-mention piece is the made-to-order sleek ‘Gigi’ cheongsam with bold African prints; ideal for the fashionista at heart.
6. Belle Club
Get affordable, smart, and easy to match separates and signature looks from Belle Club. Match a gingham or silk mandarin vest with a flowy skirt, or tailored shorts for a day of hosting at home or visiting friends and family. Be adventurous and give this combo a shot: a satin slip dress, oriental lace vest and slingback heels which looks girlie, yet alluring, for a lunar soiree.
7. Nala Designs
Whimsical and colourful, Nala Designs launched ‘The Firecracker’ collection, an ode to life, love, and everything that moves an individual. Part of the expressive compilation is the brand’s signature long cheongsam, patterned tea dresses, delightful reversible wrap skirt (RM729) and satin shoulder dress (RM759), which makes a joyful addition to every woman’s wardrobe.
8. Mis Claire
Welcoming springtime vibes, the plus size offerings from Mis Claire are filled with modest, graceful, and pleasing designs created for size S to 7XL. Pair cheongsam tops with voluminous panel skirts for a romantic oriental hanbok-inspired fit and mandarin collared kebarung and textured jubah for an auspicious two-in-one Chinese New Year and Raya ensemble.
9. Duchess and Co
Glam up in Duchess and Co’s nature and serenity-filled ‘Duchess Meadow’ series. The dreamy ‘Annabelle’ shift dress qi pao (RM529) is roomy and regal; luxuriously adorned with iridescent sequins and beadings on tweed fabric. Floral motifs, pearls, and rich textures like velvet and tulle highlights the premium craftsmanship of the Malaysian fashion label to a tee.
Bonus: Complementing family sets are available for a handful of designs in this collection.
10. Khoon Hooi x Dressing Paula
A limited edition collaboration between fashion designer, Khoon Hooi and clothing brand, Dressing Paula captures the essence of asian elegance meets tropical marvelousness to welcome the Year of the Horse. Called, ‘Tropical Moon’, the collection presents structured drapery and embellishments in vivid hues like orchid violet, sunset yellow, dusky pinks, and crimson hibiscus. Make heads turn in the ‘Paradise’ dress (RM529.90), a purple cold-shoulder dress with hints of bird of paradise flower accents or a striking red number, the ‘Hibiscus’ mini dress (RM429.90).
11. Miyako Style
Add a touch of drama, sexiness, and mystery with faux fur and feathered sleeves, ribbons, cut-outs, asymmetrical hems, and rhinestones on your cheongsam from Miyako Style. All orders and pre-orders are crafted in limited batches making it an exclusive purchase per garment. Other elaborate styles come with detachable sleeves, padded tops, and adjustable hemlines to allow room for personalisation.
*Orders above RM300 (West Malaysia) will get free shipping.
For the rest of the family
1. Doublewoot
Celebrations are a time for carving out space for new traditions and memories. Get ready and dress your tribe in the finest co-ords for the next family gathering or annual photo session. Doublewoot’s modern heirloom family set features a batik-fusion motif with bird of paradise print in respective styles fitting for every member of the family.
2. Love Knot
Trusted and adored by many for their yearly family sets, Love Knot has released a two-part CNY capsule drop named, ‘Rooted’. The capsule displays lovely coordinated looks suited for adults and children aged one to 9. Timely for ushering in the new Chinese zodiac year is the ‘Celestial Horse’ family set, a fully lined jacquard fabric collection woven with heritage horse motifs in dark cherry red.
3. POKOKS
Family fits are the best, especially when they are a breeze to move in and look superb. POKOKS delivers eye-catching original designs made with natural materials like cotton and hybrid rayon, which are easy on the skin and give comfort after a long day. Sizes for babies and children start from three months to 18 months, one year to 14 years old, and sizes XS to XXL for adults, men and women.
4. Umbi
Encouraging the spirit of togetherness and strengthening bonds, Umbi brings forward a myriad of complementary, tasteful, and evergreen wearables for the entire clan. Incorporating earthy-tones like soft gold, green, and pink, their apparels are not only great for the festivities, but subtle enough to be worn as workwear or smart casual pairings. Sizes for adults run from S to XXL, and for children, from age one to 12.
5. Hemito Kids
Hemito Kids is a gem of a brand for kidswear and baby clothing since its inception in 2019. Score good quality smart casual shirts, trousers, and hanfu sets for boys, darling gowns and cheongsams for girls, and the cutest rompers for babies.
By Amanda Sura
Amanda is a freelance writer, aspiring businesswoman, and mother of two. She’s a proud Sarawakian who hails from Kuching. Apart from writing, she loves mixing natural body scrubs and foot soaks with her business partner for their small business, Suravont.
Photos are taken from the respective brand’s website, press releases, and social media pages. For more details and prices, please contact the online stores and boutiques. All information is accurate during the time of writing. Remember to tag us in your CNY snaps, at #makchicCNY2026 – we’d love to see your outfits!
