As featured on Manila Bulletin last January 18, 2023
Saying “rabbit, rabbit!” at the beginning of each month is a quirky tradition a lot of people from all over the world believe would usher in good luck. Such is the case for multi-awarded actress Sarah Jessica Parker. Franklin D. Roosevelt, meanwhile, was seen carrying a rabbit’s foot during his election campaign, and he managed to take the 32nd seat of the President of the United States. The point being, for over two millennia, rabbits have been considered lucky animals.
Whether you’re superstitious or a person who leans toward hard reasoning, the idea of “luck” soothes our discomfort with randomness. Science has proven that success is more often than not achieved with “cognitive control” or calmness.
As Chip Denman says, “Luck is probability taken personally.” In other words, good fortune is always ours for the taking. Engaging with superstitious beliefs, however, provides a sense of control for some, thus reducing anxiety. This is particularly the case in times of economic crises and social uncertainties, wars, and conflicts. And so we cling to the idea of fate and luck.
Attract prosperity and wealth into your abode or office this Year of the Water Rabbit with a curation of furniture and essential pieces made to inspire harmony and peace. Invite an auspicious 2023 by getting these unique kinds from ITOOH Homestyle as well as other lifestyle brands, which are magical in one way or another, drawing in more life, energy, and vibrancy to any space.
With water as the predominant element of the Lunar New Year, azure blue is deemed the fortifying color of 2023. Spread out blue-themed accents throughout your office or home to enhance luck and balance energy within.
PRETTY IN PINK Sienna Velvet Pink Dining Chair
The hare is a sprightly beacon of hope. Incorporate living rooms with plush and playful items that mirror the coney’s fun and cheerful nature. The Sienna Velvet Pink Dining Chair in tufted velvet is as cozy as it is lovely, with its metal finish legs, high armrests, and a stuffed backrest, which makes it ideal for lounging after a tiring day.
BLUE BRANCHES Eastwood Blue Tempered Glass Bonsai Tree
As a refreshing statement piece, display this Eastwood Blue Tempered Glass Bonsai Tree on your desk, shelf, or coffee table. Fastidiously handmade by Filipino artisans using sustainably sourced materials, this unique accent adds a delicate elegance anywhere it is placed. For stability and sophistication, a marble slab is used at its base. The trunk and the branches have been meticulously shaped and decorated with beads in a refreshing eastwood blue.
NOT QUITE PURPLE Decorative Bowl in Lilac
Spark optimism with the Decorative Bowl in Lilac. Made of recycled Mahogany wood chips and fiberglass, this catch-all highlights the natural beauty of its organic material.
HOT STUFF Pink Ceramic Bunny Animal Figurine
If you’re not keen on keeping a rabbit’s foot, this Pink Ceramic Bunny Animal Figurine is just as good. A modern angular bunny form that is painted in pastel pink and comes with gold accents, great for tablescapes and bedsides, in nurseries or living rooms.
Bathe your space in lighter shades of Viva Magenta, this year’s Pantone Color of the Year, as a way to give interiors a much-needed refresh. Earth-themed accents call upon the best of what nature provides to bless your home with its boundless gifts.
ROGER RABI Tale of Two Sisters, watercolor, by Rabi Salvacion, 2020
Hang the Tale of Two Sisters Watercolor Painting as a charming way to foster serenity in any room.
SHAM ROCK Risso bedside table lamp shade, Dare reed diffuser in gray-pink, Pink tropical island hues double-sided pillow cover; and Agate crystal bookends
The Risso Bedside Table Lamp Shade, on the other hand, is a classic lighting solution that gives dreamy finesse to your home. The base of the lamp is composed of hand-carved ceramic glazed in robin’s egg blue. At the bottom and the neck are shiny gold accents.
For a welcoming ambiance, the Dare Reed Diffuser in Gray-Pink home scent comes with the Cotton Caress fragrance with its fresh notes of orange blossom and a gentle aroma of musk.
As far as plush covers go, the Pink Tropical Island Hues Double-Sided Pillow Cover gives off an ocean vibe with a breezy palm leaf print and a horizontal purple, white, and pink stripe design.
Promote abundance with Agate’s flowing, calming energy with these Agate Crystal Bookends. Lush agate stones enveloped in gold-painted edges create the perfect balance when keeping your books neatly stored together.
