London Design Gold

2025

The Year of the Snake: 2025 Blessings

Entrant Company

Hubei University of Technology Engineering and Technology College

Category

Communication Design - Printed Publications

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

To celebrate the arrival of 2025, the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac, anticipation is growing for cultural and creative products that embody the festive spirit. However, previous Snake Year-themed items have often missed the mark, with designs that felt outdated or depictions of snakes that leaned too heavily into fear and intimidation. In response, “The Year of the Snake: 2025 Blessings” emerges as a cultural and creative product series that reinterprets the culture of this zodiac year in a novel and unique way. By staying true to the theme while shedding the negative stereotypes often associated with snakes, this series radiates auspiciousness and joy, offering a celebration that resonates with everyone.

This series features an array of New Year-themed merchandise, including calendars, vinyl records, fridge magnets, red envelopes, poker cards, and stickers. All items are adorned in a vibrant and festive Chinese red, setting the tone for celebration. Central to each product is the traditional zodiac symbol of the snake, which eschews its conventional negative imagery in favor of an endearing snake character wearing a traditional Chinese New Year hat. This design creates a jubilant holiday vibe that captivates consumers at the first glance. Beyond its adorable charm, this snake character symbolizes "good fortune in all things", bringing warmth and joy to people during the Year of the Snake. Among these products, the calendar is a standout piece, with each month showcasing a unique snake design that reflects the changing seasons and special holidays. These monthly illustrations do more than just mark the passage of time; they also carry heartfelt wishes for prosperity and joy throughout the year. Another highlight is the NPC vinyl record, filled with celebratory New Year songs and accompanied by an instruction card. This thoughtful inclusion extends visual enjoyment into an auditory feast, providing young consumers with a multifaceted cultural and creative encounter that surpasses expectations. By blending tradition with innovation, this ingenious approach not only meets the younger generation's desire for novelty but also significantly enhances the overall value and appeal of this series.

Credits

professor/ Hubei University of Technology Engineering and Technology College
Lili Luan
Hubei University of Technology Engineering and Technology College
Yuyao Cao
Hubei University of Technology Engineering and Technology College
Zixuan Ye
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