Lunar New Year visiting in Singapore is joyful, meaningful — and often very warm.
Between house visits, lohei sessions, family photos and long conversations, we spend hours moving around, sitting, standing, carrying little ones and squeezing into lively homes. What we wear during these moments matters more than we think.
Especially for babies and young children.
1. CNY Is Not a Short Occasion — It’s a Full Day (or Few)
Festive outfits are often chosen for how they look in photos, but real CNY celebrations last far beyond a single moment.
A typical day includes:
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Morning preparations
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Multiple house visits
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Crowded living rooms
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Warm meals and snacks
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Naps taken wherever possible
In Singapore’s climate, non-breathable fabric can quickly become uncomfortable, leading to sweat, irritation and restlessness — especially for children who can’t regulate body temperature as well as adults.
2. Heat Affects Children More Than Adults
Babies and kids:
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Sweat more easily
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Have more sensitive skin
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Can’t always express discomfort clearly
When fabric traps heat, it can cause:
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Fussiness and crying
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Skin irritation or heat rash
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Difficulty settling for naps
That’s why breathable fabric isn’t just about comfort — it directly affects how smoothly the day goes for both children and parents.
3. What Makes a Fabric “Breathable”?
Breathable fabrics allow heat and moisture to escape instead of trapping it against the skin.
For CNY visiting in Singapore, good fabric choices typically include:
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Lightweight material
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Soft, airy weaves without heavy lining
These fabrics help:
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Keep skin dry
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Reduce overheating
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Allow children to move freely
When kids are comfortable, they’re more likely to enjoy the celebrations — and parents can relax a little more too.
4. Tradition and Comfort Can Coexist
There’s a misconception that festive outfits must be stiff, structured or heavy to look “proper”. But modern family celebrations are evolving.
Today, many families want:
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Festive prints with cultural elements
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Softer silhouettes
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Clothing that feels good and looks appropriate
Thoughtful design makes it possible to honour tradition without sacrificing comfort — especially in a tropical climate like ours.
5. Designing for Real Life, Not Just Photos
At DressedinGabe, fabric choice is never an afterthought.
We design with real moments in mind:
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Babies being carried for long periods
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Toddlers running around between visits
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Parents moving from house to house
That’s why breathability, softness and ease of wear are always prioritised — particularly for Lunar New Year collections meant to be worn all day.
Because the best festive outfits are the ones families forget they’re wearing — until they look back at the photos.
Final Thought
Lunar New Year is about togetherness, not discomfort.
When outfits are breathable and comfortable, families can focus less on adjusting clothes — and more on being present with one another.
And in Singapore’s weather, that makes all the difference ✨