The Story of Hong Kong Calendars
Leave Planning Tips (For Employees) & Innovative Calendars
Catering to the needs of Hong Kong employees, we have launched a brand-new design of desk and wall calendars that combine innovative elements with practical features, allowing you to easily manage your schedule while adding fun to your life. Examples include:
- Innovative Desk Calendars: Designed in a minimalist and stylish manner, these calendars feature practical functions such as tear-off pages, important holiday markings, and personal notes sections.
- Innovative Wall Calendars: Made with high-quality materials and exquisite printing, available in various sizes and styles to meet different users' needs.
The Fusion of Tradition and Modern Life
We integrate traditional cultural elements into modern calendar designs, such as:
- Recipe/Menu Calendars: Featuring daily recipes or menus printed on the calendar, making meal planning convenient.
- Chinese Painting Calendars: Using exquisite Chinese painting works as themes, allowing you to enjoy art while managing your time.
- Different Themed Desk Calendars: Offering desk calendars with various themes, such as landscapes, animals, cartoons, etc., to satisfy different user preferences.
Exquisite Handcrafted Calendars
In addition to printed calendars, we also offer a series of handcrafted calendars, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and unique design styles, such as:
- Leather Calendars: Made with high-quality leather, featuring a delicate texture and durability.
- Wooden Calendars: Crafted from natural wood, environmentally friendly with unique grain patterns.
- Embroidered Calendars: Decorated with intricate embroidery patterns, full of artistic charm.
The Evolution of Hong Kong Calendars
The development of Hong Kong calendars, from early free star-studded calendars to today's diversified designs, reflects the changes and cultural development of Hong Kong society. Initially dominated by star portraits, later incorporating horse racing and political figures, modern calendars focus more on diverse design styles that combine traditional and modern elements, such as Hong Kong-themed designs, practical integrations (recipes, Chinese paintings, etc.), and handcrafted works.
From Commercial Promotion to Cultural Symbol
Early Calendars (1960s-1970s)
The most popular calendars at the time were daily tear-off calendars, mostly distributed for free by businesses. These featured portraits of Hong Kong stars like Fung Bo Bo, Siao Fong Fong, and Connie Chan, and were highly sought after.
Horse Racing Calendars (1980s-1990s)
Businesses began offering monthly tear-off calendars featuring horse racing dates, known as “horse racing calendars.” Political parties later joined, distributing calendars with portraits of political figures for promotional purposes.
Monthly Poster Calendars (Early 20th Century)
A combination of art, commerce, and printing technology, these annual poster calendars gained popularity in regions like Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, peaking between 1910 and the 1930s. These often featured images of beautiful women, along with historical anecdotes, folklore, and modern lifestyle themes. The lower or side sections displayed product advertisements for promotional purposes. Renowned Hong Kong artists such as Gao Jianfu and Gao Qifeng contributed to these works. During the Hong Kong occupation, production nearly ceased, and post-war production declined significantly with the advent of other promotional forms.
Modern Calendars
Today, Hong Kong calendars come in numerous varieties and diverse designs, blending traditional and modern elements. Examples include calendars themed around Hong Kong's unique features, such as local districts, cuisine, and nostalgic culture. Some calendars integrate practical features like recipes and Chinese paintings, or themed desk calendars. Others are handcrafted, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. Additionally, some organizations or groups produce calendars with social significance, like those themed around Hong Kong's stories, supporting social issues or cultural heritage.
A Reflection of Hong Kong Society
The history of Hong Kong calendars mirrors the region's economic growth, cultural shifts, and political influences. From early commercial promotional items to today's multi-functional and artistic products, Hong Kong calendars are not only tools for tracking time but also a reflection of Hong Kong's culture and societal evolution.
