Urgh, let’s face it. 2018 could have been a better year.

With so much violence, racism and political issues taking place, the world could use some good luck in facing the upcoming year.

If you’re also desperate for it, why not buy in to some superstition? And this one involves your outfit on New Year’s Eve.

In particular, your underwear. More specifically, your underwear colour.

According to legend, what colour you have on, when the clock strikes midnight to signal the beginning of the new year, will set the tone for your next 365 days.

For example, if you want to increase your savings, wear yellow. If you want to find love, wear red.

Read more for six common colours of underwear and their meanings that might make your next year pretty lucky.

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Yellow

Meaning: Wealth and success

Wear if: You’re tired of having to choose between paying rent or shopping for new clothes.

Red

Meaning: Love and romance

Wear if: You’ve been on too many dates but none of them seem like Mr. Right.

White

Meaning: Peace, harmony, and happiness

Wear if: Your job stress is so overwhelming that it makes you consider taking up yoga classes.

Pink

Meaning: Love and harmony

Wear if: You’ve had too many arguments with your boyfriend or roommate about the ever-growing number of hair products you store in the bathroom.

Green

Meaning: Life, nature, and overall well-being

Wear if: You’re slightly (or very much) addicted to your phone, and the closest contact you have to nature is your walk to work every morning.

Blue

Meaning: Wellness and good health

Wear if: You’ve been putting off prioritising your own health over worldly matters and decided to finally get fit.

Choose wisely!

Source: Popsugar