for all the things that money can buy, new year's traditions dictate the wearing of gold, so immediately associated with wealth, financial success and prosperity.

at new year's, green carries much of its symbolism from the rest of the year.

linked with nature, science, and health year-round, with january approaching it also takes on connotations of hope, renewal, truth, tranquility and balance.

the superstitions of the season prescribe the wearing of green to those who seek justice and veracity in the new year, as well as vitality or a cure for an aliment.

like its many hues, the color blue carries myriad meanings during the last hours of the year.