As the festive season comes into full focus, the luxury houses are looking beyond seasonal trends.
Leading this shift is Dior, whose latest Rouge talismans—pictured here—set the tone for a year defined by meaningful detail. Rather than a literal interpretation of the zodiac, Dior has chosen to celebrate the spirit of the year through Monsieur Dior’s most cherished lucky charms.
This season, beauty is about a sense of momentum and presence. From hand-set crystals to historical ink paintings, these are the standout collectibles designed to earn a permanent place on your vanity long after the celebrations conclude.
The Dior pieces serve as the perfect entry point into this era of the personal talisman. The house has reimagined the iconic Rouge Dior as a series of precious charms, with each limited-edition lipstick engraved with symbols of luck—the heart, the clover, the star, and the number eight. Shades like 808 Red Dream are designed to be “lucky charms” for the wearer, turning a daily makeup routine into a small, meaningful ritual. While the horse itself appears in the Maison’s wider Clover Garden accessories, the beauty collection focuses on the fortune required to “ride your dreams” in 2026. These engraved patterns mimic the energy of movement, making each bullet feel as much like a couture accessory as a cosmetic.
This collection is best viewed at the Dior flagships at ION Orchard (B2-53) and The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.
The true masterpiece of the season is the Guerlain Rouge Bonheur 2026 Millésime, an artifact that feels more like high jewellery than a fragrance.
Dressed in a striking scarlet red, the iconic “Bee Bottle” is topped with a sculptural horse’s head gilded in 24-carat gold. Created in collaboration with Parisian jeweller Francesco Truscelli, the horse’s mane is hand-set with 79 Swarovski crystals.
With only a limited number of bottles available globally, this rare, numbered edition represents the height of artisanal craft.
It is currently available in Singapore at the Guerlain Ultimate Boutique at Raffles City (#01-40) and their dedicated counters at Takashimaya and ION Orchard.
Lancôme has chosen to honour Chinese artistic heritage through a collaboration with the Xu Beihong Art Foundation. The packaging for the Génifique Ultimate Serum and Absolue Soft Cream features a gold-foil interpretation of Xu’s legendary “Galloping Horse” ink painting, reimagined with a soft, modern pink touch.
By blending French elegance with historic brushwork, the collection avoids the usual festive clichés, opting instead for a clean, sophisticated aesthetic that celebrates freedom and perseverance.
Collectors can find these art-led editions at the Lancôme Beauty Institute in TANGS at Tang Plaza and their boutiques at Capitol Singapore and Raffles City.
Clé de Peau Beauté continues to define intellectual luxury with its Year of the Horse edition of La Crème.
Created in collaboration with artist Jiang Miao, the jar features a multi-layered design inspired by the noble Dang Lu, a traditional horse forehead ornament, reimagined with a high-gloss finish that catches the light like a gemstone.
On a marble countertop, it serves as a weighted, intentional anchor for the vanity. The formula remains the gold standard for nighttime skin regeneration, but the packaging elevates it to a permanent fixture of a well-curated life.
These pieces are available at their elegant boutiques in ION Orchard (B1-19) and Marina Bay Sands, as well as the Metro Paragon and Takashimaya counters.
Finally, Sulwhasoo’s contribution to the new year is a study in movement and hope. Inspired by an ancient Korean artifact depicting a “heavenly horse,” the First Care Activating Serum features a vibrant red bottle with a white horse galloping across a starlit sky.
The design includes flame-like details and a plum blossom motif, suggesting strength and new beginnings. It is a bold, energetic contrast to more minimal collections, serving as a reminder to start each day with a sense of forward momentum.
To secure this limited edition, visit the Sulwhasoo flagship at Capitol Singapore or their counters at BHG Bugis Junction and Sephora ION Orchard.
Beyond the vanity, these beauty artifacts serve as the natural extension of the 2026 Lunar New Year wardrobe. Much like a perfectly tailored blazer or a signature silk piece, these collectibles are designed to ground your look with a sense of quiet power.
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