What to Gift in the Year of the Rabbit
Find the perfect Year of the Rabbit gifts just in time for Lunar New Year
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What to Gift in the Year of The Rabbit
Find the perfect Year of the Rabbit gifts just in time for Lunar New Year
By: Lady Liberty
The new moon of the lunisolar calendar is almost upon us – January 22nd to be exact – and this year we’re readying for the Year of the Rabbit. Prepare for longevity, peace and prosperity this Lunar New Year, because the Rabbit is believed to be the luckiest sign of them all.
Legend has it that people born in a Year of the Rabbit are believed to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded and ingenious. With a natural elegance and eye for detail, Rabbits are known to be aesthetes at heart and like to escape reality, thanks to their vivid imaginations. Whether it’s for an elaborate celebration or just a small token of thanks, we’ve rounded up the best gifts guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of those born in the Year of the Rabbit – or just for anyone hoping to borrow a little of the Rabbit’s good fortune.
For the Unique
Liberty Rabbit Charm Coin Purse, £125
Allow your Rabbit to celebrate their year with this new Liberty Rabbit Coin Purse. Designed in honour of the Lunar New Year, this charming accessory is crafted in soft satin with a rabbit-inspired silhouette adorned in our iconic Mitsi Valeria print. This unique charm can be attached to your favourite bag to store coins and small, sentimental belongings.
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Liberty Elegant Leap Square Silk Twill Scarf, £95
Known for their enviable dress sense, Rabbits are one of the most well-presented animals of the Chinese Zodiac and are always on the lookout for distinct additions to their wardrobes. Sound like someone you know? Gift your Rabbit this soft silk twill scarf from Liberty. Crafted from luxurious silk and featuring a charming leaping rabbit design, this versatile accessory can be worn tied around their neck, hair, or even their handbag handle. P.s. it comes in red too!
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Maison Balzac Pink Coucou Tall Glass Set of Two, £65
While Rabbits are considered to be a little more on the reserved side, they’re actually social butterflies, who leave a positive and lasting impression on others. And with their ever-growing list of friends, you can bet the Rabbit is bound to host a party or two over the next few months. Allow your Rabbit friend to take hosting to the next level with this set of wine glasses. Perfect for both daytime and evening parties, these uniquely-shaped pink glasses make an ideal housewarming or birthday gift for a house-proud Rabbit.
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Liberty Fabrics Elegant Leaps Tana Lawn™ Cotton, £29.95
Rabbits are known to be skilful crafters thanks to their exceptional eye for detail and taste for beauty. Whether they're constructing the dress of dreams or opting for crafty DIY projects, the sophisticated Rabbit needs a fabric just as agile and elegant as them. Enter Liberty's Elegant Leaps Tana Lawn™ Cotton, a Tana Lawn cotton fabric painted to perfection with indigo Indian ink Rabbits leaping across the canvas. But if one fabric isn't enough, Liberty has created a full collection of elaborate celebratory fabrics to try this Lunar New Year.
Shop the Lunar New Year Fabric CollectionFor the Hopeless Romantic
Editions De Parfums Frédéric Malle French Lover Eau de Parfum, £210
When it comes to relationships, the Rabbit is sensitive and sentimental with a romantic soul. With this in mind, a sensual perfume they can spritz before date night might be just the gift to treat them to. For a renowned aromatic scent, look to Frédéric Malle's iconic French Lover Eau de Parfum – a sensual fragrance with natural notes of cedar wood and vetiver, spiced up by pimento and galbanum laid out on a bed of patchouli, incense and musk. Sounds like the perfect combination for the hopeless romantic Rabbit, if you ask us…
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Year of the Rabbit Velvet Cushion, £175
There's nothing quite like coming home to a sofa full of plush, sumptuous cushions after a long day of errands – be it work or social obligations. And while style is important to aesthetic-seeking Rabbit, comfort is always key. Liberty's Year of the Rabbit-inspired cushion is just the home accessory to treat a friend or family member to, especially for those who love a warm colour palette. Featuring a leaping Lunar New Year rabbit print on velvet soft fabric, this cushion is relaxed yet chic.
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SUQQU Signature Colour Eyes Eyeshadow Palette Limited Edition, £48
The Rabbit cannot bear the thought of dullness, so a vibrant eyeshadow palette, like this SUQQU Colour Eyes Eyeshadow is exactly the gift that will meet their tasteful requirements. Boasting shades of warm red and baby pink – the Rabbit’s lucky colours – this shimmery set transforms the eyes with a sumptuous sleek finish.
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Liberty Donna Leigh Print Cotton Square Guest Book, £45
With a new year comes new social affairs, and the seasoned host will need something to help keep track of their endless soirees. As a wonderful addition to the home, the Liberty Donna Leigh square guest book will help them start the year with an organised mind and agenda, while allowing them to treasure memories forever.
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Loewe Bunny Bucket Bag £725
Gift your fashion-savvy Rabbit a playful accessory that compliments their eclectic style and pays homage to the fun-loving sign. Showcasing the label's exquisite craftmanship, this Bunny Bucket Bag features a distinctive silhouette in raffia and calfskin leather – perfect for off-duty looks.
Shop NowFor the Hostess
The Liberty Book Issue 08, £10
There’s nothing quite like delving into a fresh book on a cosy winter eve, and the escapist Rabbit couldn’t agree more. Enter the Liberty Book - Liberty’s bi-annual coffee table publication, packed with insightful features, transformative tips and inspiring art. Luckily, for the sociable Rabbit, Issue 08 is all about hosting, with unique tablescaping ideas, dreamy guest bedroom inspiration and a curated housewarming gift guide that will aid their mission to become the favoured host with the most.
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Liberty Hazy Days Candle, £52
With the ability to change a mood and evoke beloved memories, a scented candle is precisely what the dreamer Rabbit will want to see flickering away in their peaceful sanctuary. In these cooler climes, look to a cosy and inviting scent like Liberty’s Hazy Days Scented Candle to warm the heart of their home. Stress-reducing citrus notes blended with rich calming patchouli will ensure the Rabbit can unwind.
SHOP NOWFor the Eggspert
Quail Dutch Rabbit Egg Cup, £19
The Dutch rabbit egg cup is more than just a cute face – enjoy your yolks soft and dippy or perfectly hard-boiled with this charming piece from Quail. As the perfect gift for a breakfast lover, this quirky Quail egg cup is irresistibly cute with its hand-painted rabbit design – the perfect homage to this sign.
Shop NowFor the Sleeper
Liberty Mitsi Valeria Tana Lawn™ Cotton Pyjama Set, £225
What's more relaxing than a pair of pyjamas you can wear all weekend? Spotlighting our Mitsi Valeria print, this pair of Liberty pyjamas pays homage to our historic love for Japanese motifs while also ensuring absolute comfort with its soft and breathable Tana composition. Prepare for a year of good sleep with this set in hand.
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AJE Greta Organza Mini-Dress, £350
For a day of celebrations, this Greata mini-dress is just the dress to be in with its larger-than-life sleeves and oversized bow detailing. Not only is red a lucky colour in Chinese culture, but its bold, playfulness mirrors the fun festivities of this holiday. A true statement dress perfect for you or a fashion-forward friend to wear.
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