It’s the Year of the Snake, you know what that means? It’s time to celebrate!
For those unfamiliar with the Lunar New Year, each animal representative symbolises different hopes, prayers and ambitious for the year ahead, with the Year of the Snake representing hopes for happiness and good luck–which is exactly how we hope that everyone’s feeling this Chinese New Year.
But the thought of a snake also brings a few other things to mind: Snakes are sleek, powerful and agile. So this Lunar New Year we wanted to highlight a few retail goods that we feel fit the bill of a snake, while also highlighting a few of our luxe, high-end options to celebrate the affluent, luxurious Chinese high-end fashion market.
Here’s a few of our favourites:
High-End Hard-Goods
Sprinkle some glitter on your plans this Lunar New Year…
FACTION X Eileen Gu: Year of the Wood Dragon

The year of the dragon may be coming to an end, but whether its the year of the dragon, snake or pig, it’s always a year worth celebrating Eileen Gu. One of the best freeskiers ever, American-Chinese Gu, has one of the most prolific careers around the world at the moment – and, one of the most prolific pro model’s on the market. Gold-plated dragons? Iconic.
SPECS
Base: Polar/Ash Core
Edge: XL 2.5mm Edges
Style: All-mountain
PERKS
+ Epic artwork made by Colorado-base artist, skier, and community leader, Elsa Grace.
+ Made with recycled materials
+ Mustache Flex
Whitespace: Montano

Get the ‘Predator’ heat map perspective surrounding your feet with the Whitespace Montano. A surf-inspired shape that’ll have you tearing through powder like it’s nothing, the Montano will help unleash your full riding potential.
SPECS
Profile: Directional Hybrid Camber
Base: Sintered Base
Core: Poplar and Balsa
PERKS
+ Cool top-sheet graphic
+ Awesome all-rounder perfect for all kinds of riding
+ A pow ripper
Burton: Felix Step On Boot w/ Step On Bindings

Discover the ease of Step On bindings! Simply step into the binding and you’re all good to ride – no straps needed (allowing your boots to be extra on display). Stylish, ultra-convenient and potentially the easiest snowboard boot to put on–there’s a reason the Felix has quickly become one of Burton’s biggest sellers.
SPECS
Mountain System: EST
Hi-Back: DialFLAD Kickback Hammock
Warranty:
All Burton binding baseplates are backed by a LIFETIME WARRANTY and Burton straps and hi-backs are backed by a one-year warranty from date of purchase.
PERKS
+ Easy to use and time-efficient
+ Perfect for older riders who don’t want to bend over every 10 minutes to strap in
+ Adjustable lean
+ Channel Mounting Compatible
BUXE Retail Picks
Luxe, but on a buget….buxe.
Sorel: Tivoli IV Tall W

A pair of Sorel’s are like a good pair of Dr Martens–you’ll have them for life. Durable, functional and stylish all-in-one, the Tivoli’s are an essential purchase for anyone wanting to stylize their winter wardrobe.
SPECS
Durability: PU-treated waterproof leather mudguard
Material: Waterproof suede
Insulation: Chillproof 100g insulation
Water-Repellent: Pfashfree
PERKS
+ Lightweight
+ Removable in-sole
+ Sorel original high-traction moulded rubber sole
Patagonia: Nano Puff Jacket

Just do it. We know you’ve been considering getting that Patagucci jacket for a while now…why not pick one up while you’re in Niseko?
SPECS
Material: Recycled polyester
Weight: 337g
Insulation: 60-g PrimaLoft Gold Insulation
PERKS
+ Packable – comes with carry bag
+ P.U.R.E – produced with reduced emissions
+ Made with 100% recycled polyester
OAKLEY: Flex Scape Glasses

Look fast, futuristic and see through the BS in these audacious Oakley glasses/goggles. They may not be for everyone, but sometimes that’s the risk we need to take to embrace individualism. And, if there are any haters, you’ll be able to spot them from a mile away thanks to their enhanced field of view.
SPECS
Frame Size: Enhance field of view
Lens Type: PRIZM Lens Technology
Helmet Compatible: Yes
PERKS
+ You won’t be looking like anyone else on the mountain
Beyond Medals: Fullzip Jacket 2L

Get party rockin’ on the slopes this winter with Beyond Medals vibrant ‘Fullzip’ Jacket’ fit. Providing both the funk and the functionality, the Fullzip offers up one of the most stylish, yet functional, riding fits on the market.
SPECS
Waterproof: Up to 15,000mm
Moisture Permeability: 15,000mg/m2/24hr level
Fit: Oversized
PERKS
+ A fun design!
+ Perfect for mountain exploring
+ Sleeve pocket for you lift pass!
Boujee Options To Stylize The Groms
Cause you’re never too young to keep up with fashion trends!
VOLCOM: ACD TODDLER ONE PIECE

What’s the point in looking luxe and steezy if your little one is walking around in a fit from Uniqlo? Stylize their wardrobe this winter with this cool acid-wash jacket and have the groms looking so cool that you end up envious of their style.
SPECS
Durability: V Science 2-ply recycled blend plain weave
Practicality: Durable fabric with reinforced knees and seat
PERKS
+ Zippered Chest pocket
+ Detachable helmet compatible hood
+ External waist adjustment
+ Inner audio button hole
Patagonia: Baby Down Vest

A baby in Patagonia? Adorable. Give me all you have in stock.
SPECS
Material: 100% post consumer recycled nylon
Insulation: Compressible 700-fill-power, 100% down
PERKS
+ Packable, with bag included
+ Perfect for layering
+ Lightweight with added mobility
The Cream Of The Crop: Luxe High-End Picks:
What you’re really after this Chinese New Years…
Moncler: Malenco Giubutto

Don’t just dabble in the luxe yeti look, live the luxe yeti look with a huge, wooly, jacket made out of the same high-end shearling wool. Trust us, if you’re looking for a statement piece, it’s the Malenco Giubbotto.
SPECS
Material: Recycled polyester
Weight: 337g
Insulation: 60-g PrimaLoft Gold Insulation
PERKS
+ Packable – comes with carry bag
+ P.U.R.E – produced with reduced emissions
+ Made with 100% recycled polyester
Moncler: Gaia High Shearling

Looking to complete the yeti look? Crafted from precious, long-haired shearling, these quintessential Moncler boots provide a warm nylon lining, padded waterproof membrane and a whopping calf length of 94cm. If you’re wanting the luxe yeti look this winter, the Gaia High’s will have you dazzling.
SPECS
Durability: PU-treated waterproof leather mudguard
Material: Waterproof suede
Insulation: Chillproof 100g insulation
Water-Repellent: Pfashfree
PERKS
+ Lightweight
+ Removeable in-sole
+ Sorel original hight traction moulded rubber sole
Moncler: Maipo Giubutto

Possibly the most recognisable Moncler item worldwide, there’s no declaration of high-end fashion quite like the Moncler Maipo. Sleek, stylish, slim fitting, the Maipo is designed for the aesthetically minded, while still having a tonne of perks for the performance inclined, like a water-repellant nylon fabric to repel any spilt champagne at your post-ski après.
SPECS
Frame Size: Enhance field of view
Lens Type: PRIZM Lens Technology
Helmet Compatible: Yes
PERKS
+ You won’t be looking like anyone else on the mountain
Moncler: Bucket Hat

When is a fuzzy, fur bucket hat not stylish? Never.
SPECS
Waterproof: Up to 15,000mm
Moisture Permeability: 15,000mg/m2/24hr level
Fit: Oversized
PERKS
+ A fun design!
+ Perfect for mountain exploring
+ Sleeve pocket for you lift pass!
Looking for a few last minute luxe options for this Lunar New Year? Check out our Rhythm operated Moncler Niseko store to find all the best in high-end mountainwear fashion! That not your style? Duck next door to our Rhythm Summit store!