Chinese New Year is practically here, and if you’ve got kids, you know the drill. Time to get them dressed up! Whether your family goes all out for CNY or you just want the kids looking cute for school celebrations, there are tons of options around Singapore.
Here’s the thing about CNY outfits: little girls look absolutely precious in cheongsams (some people call them qipaos), and boys can pull off those Mandarin collar shirts like nobody’s business. You can hit up Chinatown for the traditional stuff, but honestly, local brands are doing some really cool things these days.
CNY 2026 lands on February 17th. That’s the Year of the Horse, which means you’ve got a couple of weeks to sort out the outfits. BusyKidd‘s put together this list of places that actually deliver on style and comfort, because let’s be real, uncomfortable kids make for a very long CNY.
Ans.ein
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Ans.ein treats CNY outfits like wearable art. They’ve teamed up with local artist Andy Yang for a limited collection based on his brushstrokes and textures. Not your typical festive wear at all. They’ve got pieces like Kebaya jackets and Maxi Circle Culottes, which you rarely see in CNY collections. It’s a proper mix of cultural celebration and contemporary fashion. For families who want to make a statement and support local artists, this hits the mark. They have a store at Millenia Walk where you can appreciate all the artistic details properly.
Chinatown
Chinatown is the classic CNY shopping destination and for good reason. You’ll find matching outfits for the whole family at reasonable prices here. The variety is overwhelming in a good way. Cheongsams, Mandarin collared shirts, everything you can imagine. A big advantage is seeing, touching, and trying on pieces before buying, which eliminates online shopping guesswork. Prices are more competitive than boutique brands, ideal for families on a budget or those who only wear CNY outfits once. The shopping experience becomes part of festive preparation, especially with kids. Beyond clothing, you can grab decorations, snacks, and everything needed for CNY. The neighborhood atmosphere during the CNY season adds excitement and gets everyone in the spirit.
- Where: Chinatown area, Singapore
Dressedingabe
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Dressedingabe doesn’t just stick to basic cheongsams. They’ve got midi dresses, tiered styles, and even some kimono-inspired pieces in their CNY 2026 collection. The colors are cheerful and bright, proper festive vibes. If you want something a bit different from the usual CNY fare, this is a good shout. They did a National Day collection that was pretty popular, so people already trust their quality. The range covers the whole family, so you can coordinate without everyone looking identical if that’s not your thing.
Elizabeth Little
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Elizabeth Little calls their CNY 2026 collection “Gather and Bloom,” which is quite sweet. Liberty florals and playful ginghams in soft linens and Japanese cotton. The fabric choices genuinely affect comfort levels when you’re out visiting relatives all day with active kids. The matching family outfits coordinate nicely without forcing everyone into identical clothes. What’s good is that these designs work beyond CNY. The florals and ginghams transition into regular spring and summer wear easily, so you get more value than something you’ll only wear once. You can order online and at Motherswork and Takashimaya.
Le Petit Society
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Le Petit Society has actual shops you can visit, which is great when you want to see stuff before buying. Their 2026 CNY collection has horse motifs (obviously, Year of the Horse and all that), plus florals, mandarins, and these really cute local touches like durian and dragon playground prints. Very Singapore, very sweet. The quality is solid, not the cheap stuff that falls apart after one wear. They’ve got a whole lookbook for 2026 if you need styling ideas. The designs work for kids without making adults feel silly wearing them, which is the sweet spot you’re looking for, really. You can find their shops at Paragon, Downtown Gallery, Jewel Changi Airport, and WEAVE.
Love Knot
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Love Knot is for families who want proper traditional CNY vibes. Beautiful floral designs, Year of the Horse elements, the whole thing done properly. They use really nice materials though, quality jacquard fabrics with trimmings, embroidery, and Chinese Knots. These aren’t cheap mass-produced outfits. They’re well-made pieces with actual craftsmanship. The family sets make it easy to coordinate everyone, and the embellishments look great in photos. They also have classic pieces with spring vibes that you could wear beyond just CNY. If you see CNY outfits as something worth keeping rather than one-time wear, Love Knot makes sense. You can order online with shipping to Singapore, and there are stores in Malaysia.
Maison Q
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Maison Q does this clever reversible thing with their kids’ clothes. Basically two outfits in one, which is pretty handy. Their CNY 2026 collection has this nostalgic vibe but with really bright, fun designs for the Year of the Horse. The reversible feature isn’t just a gimmick either. You actually do get more wear out of each piece, and when you’re packing to visit relatives, you need fewer outfit changes. They’re in proper stores (Tangs and Motherswork) now, too, not just online, which tells you they’re doing something right.
Mimi Mono
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Mimi Mono offers something different for families wanting modern styles for CNY. Their pieces aren’t specifically CNY designs, but the family matching section has stylish options that work perfectly for the festivities. Dreamy pastels, classy pleats, cool checks, chic brush strokes. Everything you need in one place. The modern aesthetic appeals to families who celebrate but prefer contemporary fashion over traditional styles. Your CNY outfits become regular wardrobe pieces after the holiday, which makes sense economically. Not trying to be explicitly festive actually makes them more wearable year-round.
Moley Apparels
Moley Apparels helps families stand out with distinctive matching prints. Past collections featured lotus motifs, and for CNY 2026, they’ve focused on embroidered Sakura. Their cheongsams come in casual fits that hide your food baby after CNY feasts, which is genuinely practical. The Mandarin collared shorts for guys are designed for wear beyond the festivities, extending their value. The embroidered details add interest without being overwhelming. Stores around Singapore, plus online, make them accessible. Festive wear can be beautiful and functional without compromising either aspect.
Pocketpig Diary
Pocketpig Diary gives you loads of choices, which is exactly what you need when you’re trying to outfit multiple kids. Their CNY 2026 collection has cheongsams and Mandarin collars in different prints, colors, and styles. Want bright and cheerful for the Year of the Horse? Check out their Peony or Orchid ranges. They’ve got cheongsams, shirts, playsuits, dresses, the works. The best part is they do adult sizes too, so dads can match with the kids for those photos everyone insists on taking. Different families want different things, and this brand seems to get that.
POKOKS
POKOKS is from Malaysia, and they’re known for really good Hari Raya collections. Seeing them do CNY stuff is pretty exciting because they clearly know how to do festive wear well. The cheongsams for girls have lovely prints, traditional but fresh. The Mandarin collar shirts for boys are understated, which some kids prefer over anything too flashy. They understand hot weather and active kids, so the fabrics and cuts make sense. They ship to Singapore even though they’re based in Malaysia, so it’s easy enough to order from them.
Sette
Sette brings a fashion-forward approach with their Mandarin Collection. Matching family sets in gentle orange pinstripes that feel festive but sophisticated. The Freddie and Naomi caftans are their take on cheongsams, really cute in kids’ sizes. The Beckham short and shirt set is unisex, which is nice if you prefer gender-neutral options. They use luxurious cotton that actually works in Singapore’s humidity, which is important because lots of fancy CNY outfits look great but feel terrible.
Sea Apple
Sea Apple has lovely illustrations on their tees, onesies, and dresses. The local label creates designs that make adults wish everything came in their size (sometimes it does). Their Mandarin collar shirts for boys are among the sharpest around Singapore. For CNY 2026, they’ve got sweet florals, pinstripes, and gingham across rompers, cheongsams, and flutter sleeve dresses. The combination of tropical illustrations with traditional CNY silhouettes creates something uniquely theirs. The flutter sleeve dresses deserve a mention because they’re adorable and comfortable for active kids. Stores at United Square and New Bahru, plus online.
Shopee
Shopee is your backup plan and treasure trove combined. Incredible range of festive stuff for the whole family without leaving home. Tees, rompers, cheongsams, you name it. Variety of sellers means options at every price point, budget basics through to premium pieces. The review system is particularly useful because you can see what other Singapore parents thought before buying. Helps avoid disappointments where photos look great but reality is rubbish. Search and filter functions narrow down exactly what you want by color, size, and price. For last-minute shoppers or those whose kids suddenly outgrew their outfits overnight, Shopee’s quick delivery saves the day. Just order early enough for returns or exchanges if needed.
The Cotton Tale
The Cotton Tale does this really well. They’re all about matching family outfits, which is either your dream or your nightmare, depending on how you feel about that sort of thing. This year, they’ve brought back their pineapple print and mixed it with these Japanese wave patterns. The whole symbolism thing is about renewal and prosperity and family traditions, which sounds nice, but mainly you want to know if the clothes are any good. And they are. Soft fabrics, breathable stuff that makes sense when you’re schlepping around Singapore in the heat, visiting relatives. They’ve got sizes for literally everyone, babies through to grandparents. There’s a Baby Fair Expo coming up from 16-18 January at Singapore EXPO Hall 5. There, you can check out their stuff in person at Booth L16. Otherwise, just order online.
The Elly Store
The Elly Store is an annual CNY favorite for many Singapore families. Past collections had songbirds, bonsai, blooms, and zodiac animals, always thoughtfully designed. Their 2026 collection continues with whimsical floral bamboo and cute zodiac mahjong designs for the whole family. The family sets make shopping easier since everything coordinates already. What makes them special is consistency. Parents know they’ll get good quality and appealing designs year after year. The prints are fun and festive without being childish, so adults don’t feel ridiculous. Physical stores at One Holland Village and Cluny Court let you browse in person.
The Missing Piece
The Missing Piece is one of those brands where you look at the clothes and immediately want to buy half the collection. They get that you’re going to be hot and sweaty doing CNY visits, so everything’s made with soft, breathable fabrics. The designs are actually stylish, not just functional. Some come as family sets, which saves you the headache of trying to coordinate everyone. People will probably compliment you when you wear their stuff, if that matters to you. It’s just nice when kids aren’t complaining about their clothes for once.
Think Batik
Think Batik focuses on infusing tradition into modern designs with really comfortable materials. This year’s CNY collection has classic dobby cotton and premium semi-silk, both soft and comfortable for long festive days. They understand batik can feel stiff or uncomfortable, so they’ve chosen fabrics that avoid this. Various designs for kids and adults make coordinating easy. What sets them apart is respecting traditional batik techniques while adapting them for contemporary wear. You get cultural richness without sacrificing comfort and style. The semi-silk option adds luxury for families wanting their CNY outfits to feel special.
Toddley Thoughts
Toddley Thoughts takes it easy on the formal stuff. Their 2026 collection is more about casual vibes with rompers and tees. Perfect if your family celebrates, but you don’t want everyone trussed up in stiff traditional wear. Kids can actually move and play in this stuff, which matters when you’ve got active little ones. They also sell cloth shopping bags and these cute mahjong plushies that kids seem to love. The whole approach is relaxed and fun, which honestly suits how lots of modern families do CNY these days.
YeoMama Batik
YeoMama Batik does batik, which is a bit different from your standard CNY wear. If you like batik and don’t mind spending a bit more, have a look at their stuff. The CNY 2026 collection has different batik prints, new styles, and interesting color combinations. Mums get frilly toga tops that are feminine and modern. The little kids’ Mandarin shirts and rompers are properly cute. Batik creates unique patterns you won’t see everywhere, so your family will actually stand out. They’ve got physical stores at Raffles City and Oxley Bizhub if you want to see the batik work up close.
Shopping Tips Worth Knowing
- Fabric matters hugely in Singapore’s heat. Cotton and breathable materials keep kids comfortable during visits. Nobody wants cranky children sweating through outfits at great-aunt number five’s house.
- Think about how many times they’ll actually wear it. Some families invest in quality pieces that work beyond CNY, justifying higher prices. Others prefer affordable options for one season, especially with how fast kids grow.
- Let kids pick colors and styles when possible. They’ll be more excited wearing something they chose, making getting dressed easier.
- Check sizing carefully for online shopping. Kids grow fast so buying slightly bigger extends wear time, but too big looks sloppy in photos.
- Start shopping early. Popular sizes and styles sell out as CNY approaches, especially from popular brands. Waiting until late January might leave limited options.
- Consider washing and care. Some pieces need dry cleaning or hand washing, adding cost and hassle. If you prefer machine washable, check care labels first.
Whether you choose traditional cheongsams from Chinatown, modern designs from local boutiques, or casual festive wear online, what matters most is kids feeling good in what they wear. Singapore’s CNY fashion scene has evolved nicely. You’re not stuck with stiff, uncomfortable traditional wear anymore. Today’s options balance cultural respect with modern comfort and style. From matching family sets to individual pieces, budget options to luxury investments, there’s genuinely something for every family.
Year of the Horse brings energy, enthusiasm, and forward movement. Let your family’s outfits reflect that spirit while keeping everyone comfortable enough to enjoy celebrations. Happy shopping and Gong Xi Fa Cai!
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