As the Year of the Dragon approached, sales of products with dragon elements have seen explosive (grow) on major e-commerce platforms. Dragon, or long in Chinese, (consider) as an important symbol of Chinese traditional culture, is believed to bring good luck and fortune.
Since January, products with dragon-themed elements, such as clothing, daily necessities and gold jewelry (gain) popularity. Items such as red envelopes, mobile phone cases designed for the Chinese Year of the Dragon have also been favored by consumers, and (they) sales have surpassed those in the Year of the Rabbit last year.
Chinese consumers who buy dragon-themed goods are hoping (live) a better life in the new year and displaying a strong sense national pride and confidence in Chinese culture. The rich cultural meanings and the good wishes the dragon carries have not only stimulated people's passion for buying, but also satisfied their rising demand for personalized and (create) products with unique cultural symbols.
Spring Festival is the traditional festival Chinese people attach the most importance to, and it's also peak season for consumption. The shopping craze for dragon-related products ahead of Lunar New Year is essential for (promote) the recovery of the consumer market.
