Good-luck decor is popular for a reason: it gives a room a focal point and gives you a small daily reminder of what you are working towards. Here is what the most common pieces symbolise and where people traditionally place them.
Money tree
A tree with coins or crystals for leaves represents growth and wealth. Feng shui practitioners usually place it in the south-east corner of a living room or office (the "wealth corner") or on a work desk. The golden money tree with dragon base (₹1299) and the 7 chakra crystal tree of life (₹599) are the two we recommend.
Maneki Neko – the lucky cat
The Japanese waving cat invites customers and good fortune, which is why you see it at shop counters. A raised right paw is said to attract money, a raised left paw attracts people. Keep it facing the entrance. See the white and gold Maneki Neko (₹599) or the solar-powered waving lucky cat (₹429) that moves on its own. Read our full Maneki Neko guide.
Turtle / tortoise
In Vastu the tortoise stands for longevity, patience and stability. It is usually kept in the north or north-east, often in a plate of water. Try the crystal turtle with plate (₹299) or the brown feng shui turtle (₹299).
Buddha
A sitting Buddha brings calm to a room and is best placed at eye level or higher, facing into the room – never on the floor or in a bathroom. The resin sitting Buddha (₹599) suits a console or shelf.
Evil eye
The nazar protects against envy and negative energy, so it goes at the entrance. Read our evil eye placement guide or browse evil eye decor.
Owl and elephant
The owl represents wisdom and is a Lakshmi companion in Indian tradition – see the Lucky Owl Figurine – Handcrafted Resin Owl Showpiece in Gold (₹599). An elephant with its trunk up, like the Gold Elephant Figurine (₹999), is a symbol of strength and good fortune, often placed facing the door.
All of these pieces are in our Spiritual & Manifestation collection.
Frequently asked questions
Where should a money tree be placed?
In the south-east corner of the living room or office, or on a work desk, according to feng shui.
Which direction should a tortoise face at home?
In Vastu the tortoise is usually kept in the north or north-east, often in a plate of water.
Can a Buddha statue be kept in the bedroom?
It is generally placed in the living room or study at eye level or higher, facing into the room, and not in a bathroom or on the floor.
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