‘Lucky’ colours for each Chinese zodiac sign – plus ‘unlucky’ colours to stay away from

In Chinese astrology, there are 12 zodiac signs all with different personality traits and characteristics. Certain colours can affect each sign for good or bad.

Rat (1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)

Rat’s lucky colours are blue, gold and green according to astrologers at Lifestyle Asia.

Blue symbolises “trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence and intelligence”, while gold epitomises “luxury, success and royalty”. Green is all about “renewal” and new beginnings.

However, Rats should avoid yellow and brown or risk bad luck in their future.

Ox (1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021)

Ox’s lucky colours are white, yellow and green according to Chinese astrology.

White stands for “purity and simplicity”, while yellow speaks to the sunny feelings of “hope, positivity and fun”.

Green is associated with “nature” so evokes notions of “abundance and peace”.

But Ox should beware of blue because this is their most unlucky colour.

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Tiger (1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022)

The luckiest colours for Tiger are blue, grey and orange, so this sign should incorporate them into their lives where they can.

Blue screams “loyalty”, “reliability” and “authority”, as well as being a powerful colour in business.

While grey is often associated with loneliness, this can actually be a very “calming” colour for Tiger, and conversely orange is all about “excitement”.

As for colours to stay away from, Tiger should steer clear of brown.

Rabbit (1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023)

“Luckiest sign” Rabbit has four lucky colours rather than three – red, pink, purple and blue.

Red is the “most popular colour in China”, linked to “good luck, beauty, passion” and ceremonies such as weddings. Pink is also linked to “love” and “romance”.

Purple, on the other hand, is all about “luxury and royalty”, while blue is associated with “trust and loyalty”.

Rabbit should avoid brown where they can, however, as this is an unlucky colour for them.

Dragon (1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024)

Dragon’s lucky colours are the regal gold and silver, according to Chinese astrology.

Dragon needs the “success and opulence” that gold promises, while silver is all about “feminine power” and calming mental storms.

But Dragon should beware as they have two unlucky colours – green and blue.

Snake (1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025)

According to astrologers, Snakes’ lucky colours are black, red and yellow.

Black reflects “authority, power, strength and status” as well as giving a nod to death and rebirth.

Red is all about “health, vigour, desire and sexuality”, while yellow implies “positivity and warmth”.

However, Snake should avoid colours brown, gold and white or risk poor fortune.

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Horse (1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026)

Horse should try to bring yellow into their life, as it is a happy colour associated with mood-lifting and “royalty”.

Green is a “soothing” colour which should bring peace and tranquility into their lives.

On the other hand, blue and white are colours Horse should avoid as they may bring bad luck.

Goat (1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027)

Goat’s three lucky colours are brown, red and purple, according to Chinese astrology.

Brown evokes feelings of “warmth, security and stability”, as well as being the “colour of growth”. Red and purple are colours of “passion” and “grandeur”, respectively.

Monkey (1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028)

Monkey’s lucky colours are white, blue and gold, so this sign should incorporate them into their lives as much as they can.

White represents “completion, fresh beginnings and clarity”, while blue has a “calming effect”. Monkey should avoid red and pink.

Rooster (1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029)

Rooster’s lucky colours are gold, brown and yellow, according to Chinese astrology.

Gold is all about positive energy and bringing light to the lives of others, while brown balances this out through its “grounding” properties.

Sunny yellow represents “warmth” and “light” as well as communication with others.

Rooster should steer clear of red, however, or risk misfortune.

Dog (1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030)

Dog has three particularly lucky colours, red, green and purple.

Red is all about “emotion” and is certainly a colour to “capture attention”, while green constructs the perfect balance between “balance” and “energising”.

Purple evokes the “senses” and inspires creativity, but steer clear of blue, white and gold.

Pig (1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031)

Finally, Lifestyle Asia reported that Pig’s lucky colours are “yellow, grey and brown”.

Uplifting yellow is sure to boost Pig’s mood, while grey – the perfect blend of black and white – is the “perfect negotiator”.

Brown is earthy and can be a very grounding colour, speaking to the idea of “stability”. However, Pig should stay away from red, blue and green.

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