Generally, the color of red symbolizes good fortune, longevity and happiness in Chinese culture. It can be found everywhere during the Spring Festival and on other festive occasions. Cash is usually put in small red packets as gifts to relatives and close friends. The popularity of red in China can also be attributed to the fact that people associate it with the Chinese revolution and the Communist Party. However, the color of red does not always stand for good luck and happiness. Writing Chinese names in red ink is seen as an offensive behavior due to the previous practice that the names of the deceased were written red.
