Buzz
1. Buy Gold
According to tradition, on the 10th day of the Lunar New Year, homeowners buy gold with hopes for a prosperous and fortunate year ahead. Purchasing gold is believed to bring luck, wealth, successful business transactions, and financial abundance. Additionally, it's seen as a post-New Year saving method for Vietnamese people to maintain savings and promote a diligent work ethic.
2. Purchase Calligraphy Paper
3. Acquire Ceramic Items
In feng shui, ceramics are believed to enhance the vitality of a home and balance the five elements. Therefore, at the start of the new year, many opt to buy a ceramic item to seek luck and prosperity.
4. Purchase Offering Oil
In the early days of the new year, making offerings to Buddha is an important ritual, reflecting the long-standing religious culture of the Vietnamese people.
During the initial days of the new year, Buddhists and families often visit temples to pray for peace, luck, and good health for themselves and their families. Depending on one's devotion, homeowners may buy a small or large quantity of oil for offerings. Purchasing offering oil is not mandatory.
5. Acquire Fire
Vietnamese people believe that fire brings luck to the household. Fire can drive away negativity and bring happiness to homeowners. Therefore, the tradition of buying matches at the beginning of the new year is still widely practiced.
6. Feng Shui Items
This is also one of the lucky items that homeowners should purchase on the first day of the new year. Depending on the fate, the house, and the age of the homeowner, suitable feng shui items can be chosen and arranged to dispel negative energy and enhance vitality. Some feng shui items commonly bought during Tet include Kylin, Pi Xiu, three-legged toad, Buddha statues, etc.
You can also buy feng shui items for your family or give them to friends, relatives, and those around you to show your care.
7. Purchase Salt
8. Buy Lucky Plants
Lucky plants, also known as money trees, are highly favored in office circles. According to feng shui, money trees bring wealth and luck to homeowners, helping them make accurate decisions with ease. Money trees make suitable gifts and decorations for small corners, aiding homeowners smoothly on their career path.
