Here’s Your Lucky Fashion Charm This 2024 Based On Your Chinese Zodiac

As everyone slowly settles into the new year (Chinese New Year that is), there’s no better time than now to add some sparkle to your wardrobe—lucky sparkle that is! After all, it’s never too late to begin re-vamping your looks for this year’s promise of a new and better you. With stylish ensembles being the key to the confidence we need to trek on the year, perhaps a few lucky charms based on your Chinese zodiac sign are the perfect accessory to usher in any semblance of luck.

In ushering in the Year of The Dragon this Lunar New Year, don’t forget to bedazzle your looks with these stoned items from brands like Tiffany & Co., Astley Clarke, and David Yurman. Scroll through the links below for a stylish guide to bring in good fortune based on your Chinese Zodiac.

Year of the Dragon: Ruby

For those born in the years 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, and 2024, the lucky stone for the year is the ruby. Often associated with honor and compassion, the ruby is known for nurturing health, knowledge and wealth. This 2024, it is dedicated to protecting those born in the Year of the Dragon and bathing them in luck and love.

Year of the Rat: Rose Quartz

Deemed one of the luckiest Chinese Zodiacs for the year, those born in 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, and 2020 are vowed to be gifted luck by the rose quartz this year. The rose quartz is most known for its healing properties for unconditional love. It supports emotional and relationship healing, but for this year, an extra bit of luck for those born in the Year of the Rat.

Year of the Ox: Green Agate

If you’re in need of a gemstone that will calm your senses and balance your spirituality and healing, then the Green Agate is for you. Especially for those born in the Year of the Ox, or in the years 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, and 2021, the Green Agate is sure to add some luck to your life along with growth, abundance and prosperity.

Year of the Tiger: Sapphire

Symbolizing the soul and fidelity, the Sapphire is destined to be lucky for wearers born on the Year of the Tiger. If you were born in 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, and 2022, this gemstone symbolizing royalty and romance is sure to sprinkle some luck into the rest of the days of the year.

Year of the Rabbit: Moonstone

Although associated with luck on its own, the moonstone is especially dedicated to bringing good fortune this year for those born in the Year of the Rabbit or in the years of  1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, and 2023. Considered a sacred gemstone in India, the Moonstone is also associated with granting intuition, balance and wishes.

Year of the Snake: Black Pearl

The Black Pearl is a gemstone symbolizes mystery, allure and control. Perhaps a strong and apt choice for those born in the years 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, and 2013 or those with the Chinese Zodiac of the Year of the Snake. Destined to bring in wealth, strength and protection, luck is added to the roster of its believed benefits as it sets its sights on being the lucky gemstone for the Year of the Snake.

Year of the Horse: Topaz

If you were born in the years of 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, and 2014, then your lucky gemstone for this year’s Year of the Dragon is the Topaz. Historically associated with wealth and connected to the existence of gods and goddesses, the Topaz is sure to bring in health and love—and for those born in the Year of the Horse, luck.

Year of the Sheep: Emerald

A rather prosperous gemstone, the Emerald is also renowned for the calmness and balance they give to its wearers. In addition to luck for those born in the Year of the Sheep or in the years 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, and 2015, they are said to restore optimistic hope in dreams and visions as well as promote creativity for those who wear them.

Year of the Monkey: Aquamarine

For those born in the Year of the Monkey, the Aquamarine is believed to bring in more than calmness and stillness of the mind. It promises to reign in luck, peace and better communication. So if you were born in the years 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, and 2016, then equip yourself with this blue stone for the best chances at holistic success this 2024.

Year of the Rooster: Citrine

In addition to raising self-esteem and self-confidence, Citrine brings in luck for the new year for those born in the Year of the Rooster. Focusing on the self, and its ability to activate creativity, motivation and self-expression, Citrine becomes the primary jewel for those born in 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, and 2017 to equip themselves with, should they wish to have a prosperous year dedicated to bettering their inner selves.

Year of the Dog: Amethyst

The Amethyst is also known to be a natural tranquilizer, dedicated to relieving stress and strain. Perhaps this soothing of irritability contributes to the luck it promises to bring for those born in the Year of the Dog. If you were born in the years 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, and 2018, perhaps it would be best to accessorize with this famous purple stone.

Year of the Pig: Peridot

If you’re looking for a gemstone dedicated to removing negativities in life, then Peridot is the gemstone for you—especially for those born in the Year of the Pig. Not only is it certain to bring luck this 2024, but it also brings rest and relaxation for the mind, body and soul. So take this as your sign to buy a peridot charm, if you were born in the years 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, and 2019!