Lì Xì 2025

Inspired by the Heart Sutra, this red pocket, “lì xì”, design features a goldfish swimming through an hourglass filled with flowing water bubbles, symbolizing the fleeting and interconnected nature of existence. The goldfish, a sign of prosperity, embodies the wisdom of “form and emptiness”, while the hourglass reflects life’s
transient beauty.

With a touch of Tarot-inspired symbolism for fortune and positivity, and traditional Lunar New Year elements like the red border, this design offers wishes of joy and auspicious beginnings.


Softwares

Adobe Suite

Procreate

Timeline

November 2024

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Lì Xì 2026

Inspired by the Vietnamese idea of duyên, this red envelope reflects the unseen connections formed through timing, encounters, and circumstance. In Vietnamese thought, duyên is not something we force; it unfolds naturally when the right conditions align.

The design translates this idea into a flowing gesture that moves across the envelope like a continuous thread, symbolizing how connections form gradually over time.

The word itself also reveals a poetic layer: du suggests journey and movement, while yên evokes calm and peace. Together they express a path that moves forward while remaining grounded in stillness — a quiet wish for meaningful connections in the year ahead.


Softwares

Adobe Suite

Timeline

January 2026