The tried-and-true tradition of wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day is not going anywhere. In fact, St. Paddy’s Day partiers have been enthusiastically donning shades of emerald and shamrock since the 1600s. But these days, it’s not uncommon to feel a bit daunted (and distressed) when it comes to planning an all-green getup. You may feel like you have nothing to wear, but don’t break tradition and miss out on the celebration this year (or risk getting pinched). Instead, follow our foolproof style tips on how to look great in green – from head-to-toe!
Colored Denim
From pale mint to warm olive to deep forest green, colored denim comes in all shades of green. And with spring fashion in full bloom, finding green jeans is as easy as pie. Pull on a pair of green-hued skinny jeans (or if you’re feeling daring – leather leggings) and dress things up with a pair of black cut-out booties or metallic heels and a black or cream silk top. For daytime, try a pistachio shade of pants with a crisp white button down and comfy ballet flats or lace-up ghillies.
Bold Blazer
If you plan to go out on the town, a green blazer is the perfect choice for outerwear. Sophisticated and feminine, a blazer goes well with any outfit – and in a bright shamrock tone, you’ll surely stand out. Throw a preppy green blazer over a white or pastel-colored top tucked into some dark denim flares. Add a pair of trendy heels (nude, black, or green of course) and you’re ready to party.
Ample Accessories
To really jazz things up for St. Paddy’s, make sure you opt for plenty of green accessories. Feeling sparkly? Go green and glamorous with your jewelry. Try a pair of glittering emerald stud earrings and stack on some rings with chunky green stones. Or, layer green and gold jeweled necklaces or dainty bracelets for extra allure. Feeling functional? Sling a green cross-body bag across your shoulder – we love small structured ones. A little chilly out? A green scarf is an ideal accessory if you need some added warmth. Stay away from anything wintery though, like heavy knits. Instead, choose a lighter scarf that has a fresh floral pattern so that you look trendy and seasonally appropriate.
Dressing in green doesn’t have to be a chore. Whether you decide to completely deck yourself out in this signature shade of St. Paddy or just stick to a single, stylish piece of green, there’s no such thing as going overboard on this holiday. Go green, and have fun!
