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9 Celebrity-Inspired Ways to Wear Green on St. Patrick's Day Without Looking Like a Shamrock

St. Patrick's Day is made for celebration; this we have on good authority. But it is also a day to break out the green in your wardrobe, from an adorable emerald clutch to the olive-colored parka you love but never wear. If you love to dress in verdant shades but fear resembling a shamrock, try one of these chic, celebrity-inspired sartorial ideas for all of your festivities.

by Tyler Atwood

Green Crop Top

If you’re looking for an especially modern way to display some Irish pride, try a green crop top like Zoey Deutch. Paired with a flared skirt or slim trousers, the look is elegant and not at all trite.

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Green Crop Top

A.L.C Charlotte Colorblock Crop Top, $245, sakfifthavenue.com

Green Floral Dress

There are no rules stating your ensemble must be color blocked in shades of green on St. Patrick’s Day, so for a fresh take on the shade, try a delicate floral dress with green accents. Helen Mirren’s winsome ensemble is rounded out by a delicate statement necklace and bright pink lips.

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Green Floral Dress

Betsey Johnson Splendor in the Cast Dress, $178, modcloth.com

Mint Statement Necklace

When in doubt, add a viridescent statement necklace to your ensemble. A seafoam or mint-colored piece is less ostentatious in shade than emerald or lime, and will complement a pastel ensemble like Jessica Lowndes’.

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Mint Necklace

J. Crew Mint Spike Necklace, $150, jcrew.com

Metallic Mint Green Skirt

Gold and silver aren’t the only metallics on the market. For an unexpected twist, try a mint green metallic skirt like Jayma Mays. However, the look can easily veer into fashion disaster territory, so keep the rest of the look in well-tailored neutral pieces like a silk blouse and cream-colored blazer.

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Metallic Mint Skirt

Manoush Metallic Miniskirt, $112.91, us.asos.com

Emerald Earrings

For a classic and simple way to add a little sparkle and spirit to your St. Patrick’s Day ensemble, try a pair of emerald-colored earrings or an emerald-inspired bracelet. Though we would all adore to have a pair of dazzlers like the drop earrings Angelina Jolie wore to the 2009 Oscars, costume jewelry looks just as lovely and cuts the cost.

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Emerald Earrings

ABS Emerald Color Teardrop Holiday Gem Earrings, $65, maxandchloe.com

Olive Green Military Parka

St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to pull your military green parka out of the closet. For a more formal look, pair with a bright miniskirt and heels like Rashida Jones. If you’re headed to a more casual occasion, jeans, booties, and a designer sweatshirt pair well with the piece.

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Olive Green Military Parka

Current/Elliott The Military Cotton Parka in Army Green, $230, forward forward.com

Green Clutch

You’ll probably need a handbag for your St. Patrick’s Day festivities, so why not add your pop of green to your purse? The accessory is especially stunning with a black and white ensemble like Jessica Lowndes’.

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Emerald Clutch

Wyatt Convertible clutch, $29.99, bluefly.com

Green Pumps

Green pumps are a polished and subtle way to add the shade to your St. Patrick’s Day wardrobe. Extra points if you rock them in a pastel shade with a patterned frock like Lupita Nyong’o.

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Green Suede Heels

Light in the Box Suede Stiletto Heels, $25.01, lightinthebox.com

Green Lace Dress

If you’re going for a more formal St. Patrick’s Day ensemble, try forest green lace. Paired with navy or black, emerald exudes vintage-inspired glamour.

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Green Lace Dress

Tadashi Shoji Illusion-Neck Lace Overlay Dress, $315, neimanmarcus.com

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