Gallop into 2026 with our Year of the Horse special selection

13th January 2026

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The Chinese Year of the Horse is here and brands across fashion and lifestyle are celebrating with limited releases, capsule collections and collectible pieces that honour strength, vitality, freedom and prosperity. Here’s our selection of the best launches to mark the lunar renewal.

Dr. Martens

This year Dr. Martens revisits its classic silhouettes with a Chinese New Year twist. The 1460 boot and 1461 shoe are given a richly textured leather update with antique gold hardware, bridle-inspired straps and lucky red accents for good fortune in 2026. The use of hair-on leather evokes the equestrian spirit, while the red welt stitching and heel loop add flair to these limited pieces.

New Balance

New Balance brings zodiac energy to sneakers with a six-shoe pack designed for 2026. The collection mixes classic styles like the 574 and 204L with more technical silhouettes such as the 2010 and 2000, finished with premium leather uppers in horse-inspired tones of brown, tan and grey. Select pairs also incorporate faux horsehair details layered over leather panels for added depth.

Nike

Nike celebrates the lunar calendar with a broad offering across its catalogue. Highlights include the Dunk Low “Year of the Horse,” which features smooth and grained leather construction alongside embroidered flying horse details and traditional accents. Other models, including Air Force 1s, Vomero 18, Ja 3 and P-6000, lean into leather overlays to balance cultural symbolism with performance and streetwear appeal.

Longchamp

Longchamp’s Year of the Horse capsule draws on its iconic equestrian logo, reimagined in vibrant red and gold – colours historically tied to celebration, luck and renewal. Crafted in the house’s signature supple leather, the collection celebrates the maison’s heritage through handbags and accessories that combine refined craftsmanship with festive energy.

Reverso Tribute Enamel Horse by Jaeger-LeCoultre

For a horological tribute to the Zodiac, Jaeger-LeCoultre unveils the Reverso Tribute Enamel ‘Horse’, a limited edition watch crafted with extraordinary artisanal skill. Paired with a hand-finished leather strap, each piece features a hand-engraved horse motif on a grand feu enamel caseback, symbolising power, beauty and spirit while reinforcing the Reverso’s longstanding equestrian roots.

Burberry

Burberry’s Year of the Horse offerings weave subtle equestrian themes through accessories and ready-to-wear. The focus falls on expertly crafted leather goods, from bags and wallets to small accessories, each elevated with zodiac-inspired details and seasonal colours that nod to optimism, movement and heritage craftsmanship.

Whether you’re looking to update your footwear game, invest in a collector’s timepiece or find the perfect gift to mark the Lunar New Year, these 2026 releases marry cultural resonance with leather craftsmanship and style. Happy Year of the Horse!