There are several ways to mitigate this. You can cancel this bad energy with an auspicious event such as getting married, giving birth, having a big birthday celebration or making a major purchase such as a flat. You can also pay your respects to Tai Sui at the temples.

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But one easy and fun way to keep bad luck at bay is to identify the zodiac that protects you, then wear a talisman in the animal’s likeness. Some may wish to carry a picture in their wallet or set their lucky zodiac animal as their phone’s wallpaper. But what better reason do you need to buy a piece of jewellery or a watch for good luck, prosperity and great health?

Here, we take a look at what accessories will help bring good fortune to the four zodiac signs that need it the most in the Year of Dragon, according to fortune teller Mak Ling-ling’s 2024 annual fortune book.

Year of the Dragon

Dragons born in 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 and 2012 are celebrating their cycle this year, which means it’s been a full 12 years since the last time we celebrated it. The rooster is the dragon’s lucky star; its spirited features and red crown evoke a sense of positive energy.

To keep bad luck at bay, consider Louis Vuitton’s Vivienne Rooster Pendant, created in a mix of yellow, white and pink gold. Vuitton’s adorable Vivienne has a beautiful head of feathers in pink and red lacquer and diamonds. A total of 26 red spinels add sparkle and cheery energy.

Year of the Dog

Dogs born in 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 and 2018 can protect themselves this year with tiger and horse accessories.

There’s perhaps no one that makes horse-themed accessories quite like Hermès. From silks and watches to the budget-friendly Hermès horse Apple Watch dial, here’s to prancing around in style.

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Year of the Ox

Oxen born in 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997 and 2009 can think of the mouse as their guardian angel this year. And what better mouse to keep your spirits up throughout the year than the most magical mouse of them all?

Gerald Genta celebrated 50 years of creating high-complication Mickey Mouse watches in 2022, and continues to spark joy with its Disney designs. Not your run-of-the-mill Mickey watch from the amusement park gift shop, Genta’s Mickey Mouse timepiece features complications ranging from retrograde hands to jumping hours.

Year of the Rabbit

Those born in the Year of the Rabbit in 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 and 2011 can take advantage of wearing this adorable Flying Pig Bo Bo pendant from Qeelin. Paved in white and black diamonds, this pig has a pair of wings that will help you fly high in the new year.

What about other zodiac signs?

As for the rest of the zodiac that doesn’t need extra protection from bad luck, there’s no reason not to kick off the Year of the Dragon with a bit of sparkle. Rather than focusing on auspicious animal-themed pieces, opt for precious alloys and precious gems to usher prosperity into the new year.

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Tiffany & Co.’s latest Woven Key collection arrives just in time for the new year. The Keys collection has been a classic at Tiffany since 2009 – for the Lunar New Year, the jewellery takes inspiration from the Chinese rope knot motif and breathes a touch of luxe into the design with a sprinkle of diamonds.

Messika’s Lucky Move Red Cord bracelet provides all the auspicious elements that the Lunar New Year calls for. A round charm, which represents completeness and togetherness in Chinese tradition, is worn on a red cord which, as we all know, is the must-wear colour of the festive season. The design of rose gold accented with diamonds signals good fortune and prosperity.