COS Unveils a Limited-Edition Collection for Lunar New Year
The British fashion brand joins in the Year of the Snake festivities with their limited-edition collection, along with a collaboration with artist Amber Chen
By Dayne Aduna
The art of storytelling through design
As the Lunar New Year approaches, a sense of anticipation fills the air, marked by family gatherings, joyous celebrations, and a deep reverence for tradition. This year, COS joins in the festivities with a limited-edition collection that creates a perfect homage to the Year of the Snake.
At the heart of this collection is a collaboration with Amber Chen, a woven textile artist known for her experiential approach to artistry. Drawing inspiration from the cultural symbolism associated with the Year of the Snake, Amber reinterprets these themes with a fresh perspective.
Each piece in the collection tells a story—an artful interplay of heritage and modernity that connects the past with the present. The collection embraces the snake’s symbolism: wisdom, intuition, and resilience.
These qualities are not merely referenced; they are woven into the fabric of each design, allowing wearers to carry this narrative with them as they step into the new year.
Small charms, big meanings


Among the standout pieces is a quartet of repurposed leather bag charms, each small yet striking. The Double Ear Knot, complemented by rose quartz, symbolizes unconditional love—a central theme of the Lunar New Year, a time to celebrate familial bonds.
The Cross Knot, featuring yellow jade, embodies prosperity and rejuvenation—qualities that resonate deeply during this period of renewal. These whimsical knots transform everyday carryalls into playful yet meaningful statements, and reminds us that even the smallest details can hold profound significance.
The ready-to-wear segment of this capsule injects a celebratory spirit without straying from COS’s signature understated elegance. A muted color palette is accented by vibrant hues, which reflects the joyful energy of the season while maintaining a sophisticated edge.
Versatility for the new year



The collection emphasizes modern silhouettes that harmonize with classic tailoring. From sumptuous knitwear to thoughtfully crafted accessories, every piece is designed to suit a wide range of occasions—may it be intimate family dinners or grand celebrations.
This Lunar New Year, COS invites us to celebrate not only with joyful aesthetics but also with deep cultural appreciation.
The limited-edition collection encourages us to embrace tradition while looking forward with hope and intention.
The collection will be available online starting this January 2025.
Courtesy COS

Dayne Aduna
Dayne Aduna is an Associate Editor at VMAN Southeast Asia, specializing in fashion, grooming, film, television, and contemporary pop culture. With a strong editorial focus on menswear, his work explores how style intersects with shifting cultural movements across Southeast Asia and beyond.
His expertise spans fashion journalism, celebrity profiling, grooming and skincare trends, fragrance, runway reporting, and cultural commentary, with a particular eye for emerging creatives and youth-driven style.
Dayne has written extensively on fashion houses, seasonal trends, designer collections, and the evolving image of the modern Southeast Asian man, bringing both editorial depth and cultural relevance to his coverage.
