They wear red, silk dresses and NO black
They wear it on Chinese New Years. :]
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Exactly,there's no special headwear in Chinese new year.But we Chinese usually wear new clothes in that day,because it's a symbol of lucky and happiness.
For the Chinese, it is custom to wear new clothes for Chinese New Year. For the younger generation, it is not as important as what they wear so long as it is new. For the older generation or for the more traditional, some females may wear cheongsams. Men may wear what western society has dubbed a smoking jacket. Both would be made from Chinese silk material. The men's may be darker in color while the female's is much more brighter.
They get red pockets (money), lots of food, firecrackers, clothes, games, toys, and happiness. It depends whether you are wealthy or not.
what is the Chinese New Year story
chinese new year
What is Chinese New Year all about?
It is believe to bring some sort of good luck throughout the year, and as a fresh start
Chinese people often wear new or brightly colored clothes on Chinese New Year to symbolize a fresh start and good luck for the upcoming year. Traditional outfits may include qipao, cheongsam, or hanfu, and red is a popular color because it is considered lucky in Chinese culture. Many also wear gold jewelry and accessories to signify prosperity and wealth.
what is the Chinese new year story
The animal that represented the Chinese New Year in 1981 was the rooster.