Chinese New Year is just around the corner. Are you ready to celebrate with your family? While having a good time, don't forget local customs. Here are the top 5 Chinese traditions and the most popular appliances to buy in new year. Welcome the new Year in style!

Top 5 Chinese Traditions

1. No haircuts on New Year

Many of us go for a haircut before the year ends because traditionally it is believed that using a pair of scissors or hair clippers symbolises “breaking the bank” and loss of money. So, remember not to have a haircut on NewYear! Get it done on other days. But how to get a haircut if the hair salon or barbers are fully booked? Use popular hair clippers and shavers for a light trim. Keep them handy at home just in case you need them!

And what if your hair is simply too long and looks messy? Don't worry! There are some popular hair dryers and stylers to help you create a fresh style. Look your best in the new year!

2. House cleaning before New Year

Apart from having a haircut, it’s also time to declutter your apartment! And the auspicious day for a clean-up is on the 28th day of the old lunar calendar. Some families even add pomelo leaves to their cleaning ritual to get rid of any bad or mouldy odours, a sign of stale vibes. A vacuum cleaner with great features can help you clean up fast! Check weight, noise level and type of electrical cord before you shop. Check out our popular vacuum cleaner shopping guide! This is also the right time to part with your old and barely worn clothes and store seasonal clothes away. Let’s start the new year afresh!

3. End-of-year family dinner

It wouldn't be a new year without a family dinner! The most common dishes include chicken, fish, dried oysters, and prawns. These ingredients symbolise a good plan, a fine year, a prosperous business, and a great laugh every day! So, it’s not surprising that many families prepare more than 5 dishes! But what if you don't want to get so many dishes ready in a day or you’re running out of the time to prepare for the feast? Well, in recent years, many families choose to have a hotpot dinner instead on Chinese New Year’s Eve. It’s not only convenient, but also a great way to warm everyone up! Check out our popular home hotpot & BBQ shopping guide for more details.

4. Good luck stroll

Most people go for a walk after the family dinner to welcome good fortune. In view of the current anti-epidemic measures and to take good care of your family, avoid going to crowded places. But what if you are too full to stay at home and need some exercise? Why not get the following sports and fitness equipment? Get yourself in shape at home ready for the new year!

5. No outings on the third day of the Lunar New Year

According to legend, it is a day when people are prone to arguments and disputes, so most stay at home instead of going out to pay new year respects to their relatives. Delegate this day to rest after all the festivities of the days before. But what if you’re bored at home? The popular audio-visual entertainment products below are sure to help and encourage family bonding as well!