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Lunar New Year is Frebruary 18. The Li Xi (commonly known as the red envelope) with money is the traditional gift for Chinese New Year. More commonly given to children (like the U.S. version of the Tooth Fairy), it is also acceptable to give to adults, and one dollar is used to represent appreciation, luck and prosperity. It is also the common gift for wedding (but more than one dollar). Sometimes it is also used for New Baby, but in place of money, the Li Xi is filled with gold. It is difficult to trace where this tradition came from, but I did hear a story about a Master in old China giving red envelopes to each of his students upon their graduation. This tradition is still practiced today by many Asian cultures East and West. (via Cool Hunting)

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The design is so beautiful and intricate. I can't wait to collect the entire series.

Updated Jun 27, 2008

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Krysti-Dave's recommendation

Yes, we know it may see tacky to list the li xi in our registry, but please believe us, we are adding this because Dave's sister Kris found this envelope and recommended it on ThisNext. It really is one of the most beautiful red envelopes we've ever seen. Just in case you are dying to find the "right" envelope. :-)

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