Stylish Ways to Wear Green for Saint Patrick's Day

According to legend, wearing green on March 17 makes you invisible to leprechauns. You know, the fairy creatures that get their kicks from pinching people. Not that we really believe old wives’ tales, of course. But avoiding a pinch is the perfect excuse to get into the festivities. Thankfully, there are plenty of stylish ways to wear green. Just ask the street style set. Being green may not be easy, but there are smart ways to incorporate the springtime color into your sartorial lineup. Make a statement with a striking green coat. It’s still cold out there. It’s a great way to introduce a pop of green to your outfit. Don’t be shy about combining several shades of green in one outfit, though. (This is where the continued obsession with all things neon comes in handy.) Looking for something subtler? Slip on a plaid suit with touches of green in the pattern. Accessories are another way to embrace the lucky hue. You have your pick of sunglasses, bags or even silk scarves. And don’t forget about shoes. Whether you prefer boots, pumps, sneakers or sandals this time of year, they’re ideal for kicking things up a notch. Get the luck of the Irish by trying one of these stylish ways to wear green this Saint Patrick’s Day.

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Saint Patricks Day Outfit Ideas 2020 Update

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Why limit yourself to one shade of green? Style a grass green bomber with neon green pants and slightly darker neon green pumps. Add in a white hoodie to break up all that green.
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Get your green fix in the form of an oversized plaid suit. Round out the ensemble with a pale tee and classic white kicks.
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Pair a light sage green jacket and matching top with reddish-brown leggings. Two-tone boots and a flashy belt wrap up the look.
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Top off green jeans with a complementary knit bra top and a patterned textured jacket. Cap off the look with chunky boots.
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What could be easier than just wrapping up your look with a green leather coat?
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Mixing different shades of green is actually a cinch. Layer a lighter green jacket over a scarf-print top and slacks in a slightly darker hue.
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March is still leather weather so style an olive blazer with a ribbed green tank and a long denim skirt. Two-tone boots offer a great leg reveal while you walk.
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It’s time to just accept the fact that acid-wash jeans our back in our lives. Top off a green pair with a basic white tee and an oversized black jacket. Strappy pink sandals take things up a notch.
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Don’t limit yourself to just standard shades of green. Try a teal coat over a white tee and shiny pants.
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Now this is how you do spring layers. Start with a white tee under a green patterned dress topped off by a boxy blazer. Dark green boots only up the ante.
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Minty pants teamed with a graphic tee and a long blazer equals one winning look. Earn extra credit by wrapping the straps of your sandals around the hems of your pants.
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Sometimes all you need is a statement jacket. Slip a green one over a black top, jeans and shiny boots.
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Don’t be afraid to stand out from the crowd on March 17. Tuck a neutral tank and a bright top into high-waisted green satin trousers.
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Who says you have to dress up on Saint Patrick's Day? Celebrate in athleisure style by combining a striped top and patterned pajama-style pants. Tevas keep the relaxed vibe going.
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Sage is an underrated and underused shade of green. Try pairing a sage button-down with a gray shorts suit and gray boots.
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A green plaid suit is an unconventional way to celebrate the holiday. Throw on a tan leather trench to stay warm.
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Go green by teaming a puff-sleeve top with black pants and matching pumps.
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A neon green top really pops layered under a plaid coat. Add in jeans and neutral boots to round out the outfit.
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Go ahead and get your shine on by partially covering up a neon green sports bra and patterned leggings with a green blazer boasting plenty of sheen.
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Wrap up a neutral sweater and a green pleated skirt with a green coat. Suede boots add an extra touch of texture.
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Simply slip on a light green blazer over a black top and a patterned miniskirt and you’ll be all set. In case the weather is still a little dicey, wear knee-high boots.