Malaysians Share What They Spend The Most On Every Chinese New Year
Can you relate? :')
Published for CelcomDigi, 30 Jan 2024, 10:49 AM
Chinese New Year is a time of joy and celebration, but also a time we spend and splurge on ourselves as well as our loved ones!
From ang pows and snacks, to decorations and clothes, there are many things that we spend on during this festive season.
1. "Ang pows are the biggest expense for me during CNY, because I have a big family and many relatives to visit"
"I also like to give generous amounts to the kids, because I remember how happy I was when I received ang pows back in my younger days."
— Vho, 28 years old
2. "I like to bake my own CNY cookies and snacks, which can add up 'cause I always use the best ingredients!"
"I love sharing my homemade CNY cookies and snacks with friends and relatives when they come to visit.
"I make pineapple tarts, kuih bangkit, peanut cookies, and more, using only good ingredients like imported butter.
"While I end up spending more compared to store-bought snacks, there's nothing like seeing the joy on the faces of my guests when they dig into my homemade cookies and snacks."
— NG, 25 years old
3. "I spend a lot on travel during CNY, because I tend to procrastinate buying my tickets, hehe"
"Travelling back to my hometown during CNY is a must, especially to visit my parents and grandparents.
"The only thing is that plane flights can get quite expensive, especially if you book last minute, like me.
"I know, it's my fault. But even when I'm forking out a few extra hundred ringgit to travel during peak season, it's worth it because nothing beats the feeling of being home with your loved ones.
"I also like to explore local attractions together with relatives in my hometown, which I miss a lot when I'm in the city."
— Viny, 26 years old
4. "I always buy multiple new outfits and accessories for CNY. Cannot wear the same thing every day, right?"
"I usually shop online for CNY outfits, because there are more choices and discounts.
"Plus, I like to follow the latest fashion trends and match my clothes with my zodiac animal prediction of the year.
"I also buy jewellery and accessories to add some sparkle to my look, such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings. My only issue is getting carried away and going overboard while adding to cart haha."
— May, 27 years old
5. "I splurge on food and drinks for CNY, because it's the one time in the year I get to feast together with family and friends"
"Nowadays, ah ma is older, so instead of cooking at home, we pretty much order everything in.
"But we still try to keep the menu similar, with our reunion dinner must-haves like steamboat and yee sang.
"The only difference is I like to be a little extra by ordering wagyu shabu-shabu meats and different kinds of sashimi to go with yee sang."
— Christine Wong, 28 years old
6. "I spend a lot on home decor and DIY projects during CNY, because I want to make my home look festive and Instagram-worthy"
"Home decor and DIY projects are my hobbies, and CNY is the perfect time to unleash my creativity and style.
"I love shopping for new and trendy items to decorate my home, such as lanterns, cushions, wall art, and plants.
"I make my own CNY crafts such as paper flowers and origami. I think home decor and DIY projects are a worthwhile way to spend my money during CNY, and I love to flex the outcomes on social media, hehe."
— Tze Jean, 25 years old
7. "One thing I end up spending on a lot is Internet, since I'm always out and about during CNY"
"Internet is a must-have for me during CNY. As a social butterfly, I need to keep my Instagram Stories updated with my CNY whereabouts at all times, hehe.
"In fact, I'm the one sharing my mobile hotspot with all my nephews and nieces when we're visiting my grandma or grandaunts' houses with no WiFi.
"By the end of CNY, I'll probably have bought five to six Internet add-ons just to get me through the festive season."
— Lee, 25 years old
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