HSBC Private Banking

HSBC Private Banking featured red packets with embossed designs of butterflies and flowers.

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It is accompanied by a sleek box with a straightforward but very recognizable design of the 156-year old lender's iconic hexagon logo.

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Standard Chartered Private Bank

Standard Chartered Private Bank stood out with its decision to feature an animal outside of the Chinese zodiac: a peacock.

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When opened, the red packets depict a peacock spreading its tail feathers, signifying blossoming wealth.

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According to a spokesperson for the bank, the peacock represents nobility, kindness, intelligence, beauty and freedom.