Tiger-head hats catch audience's eyes

In Chinese culture, the tiger is considered the king of all animals, as the patterns on its forehead resemble the Chinese character for "king". Hence, the tiger was once viewed as a symbol of royalty and power. Tiger-head hats and shoes are commonly worn by children to ward off evil and bring good luck.

The placard bearers’ tiger-head hats were designed in blue and white, representing ice and snow.