THE YEAR OF THE TIGER
The Chinese calendar rotates in 60-year cycles based on 12 earthly branches – each represented by an animal – and five element years (wood, fire, earth, metal and water). 2022 is the Year of the Water Tiger, and its element is wood – the only element that grows, making this the year of improvement. But the tiger’s fierce instincts may generate competition and conflict too! Here’s VISI’s pick of tiger-inspired loveliness in fashion and interior design. TIGER POWER
1. Calendário 2022 is a contemporary, porcelain calendar plate designed by Eduardo Fonseca for Vista Alegre. The tiger and the stars are a mixture of two horoscopes, explains Fonseca: he shows the Tiger sign of the Chinese zodiac walking confidently among Western star signs. The plate is for decorative use only. vistaalegre.com 2. The Gucci Tiger collection features both the word “tiger” and images of the biggest cats of all on ready-to-wear items and accessories. gucci.com