Wearing red on New Year’s Day is a popular practice in various cultures, most notably in Chinese New Year celebrations. The color red symbolizes good fortune, joy, and warding off evil spirits. Individuals often wear red clothing, including underwear or accessories, to attract auspicious energies for the coming year. The belief is most prevalent in settings where lunar calendar traditions are observed, though it has spread globally due to diaspora communities and cultural appreciation. The practice is particularly emphasized during the first day of the New Year, as it sets a tone of luck and prosperity. In feng shui, red is associated with fire and energy, reinforcing the idea that it ignites luck and shields against negativity. The ritual is common among both adults and children, and red envelopes containing money (hongbao) are similarly used to pass good fortune to others.
A baby’s future career or fate is predicted by the first object they select during a ceremonial setup.
In several Asian and Eastern European cultures, a traditional ceremony is held for babies usually around their first birthday. Known
