10 Last-Minute St Patrick’s Day Nail Ideas

With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, now’s the time to secure that last-minute nail appointment. Stuck for ideas? Try one of these emerald green manicures for size.

What Is St Patrick’s Day?

St Patrick’s Day is a holiday that celebrates the patron saint of Ireland, St Patrick. While originally a Catholic feast day commemorating the saint (who is thought to have brought Christianity to Ireland), these days it’s more of a secular celebration of Irish culture.

The event is usually marked by parades, bar hopping (with plenty of Guinness) and dressing up in shades of green.

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When Is It?

This year, St Patrick’s Day falls on Monday 17 March 2025.

How To Celebrate The Occasion With Your Manicure

Updating your manicure can be a fun and creative way to get into the spirit of St Patrick’s Day. You can find plenty of inspiration on Pinterest or Instagram, but a good set of St Patrick’s Day nails will usually feature:

• Shades of green (a nod to the event’s signature colour scheme)
• Shamrocks or four-leaf clovers (a symbol of good luck)
• Rainbows, leprechauns and pots of gold (all symbols from Irish folklore symbolising wealth and good luck)
• Guinness motifs (a dark, creamy stout – and Ireland’s signature drink) for a bit of fun

10 St Patrick’s Day Nails To Try This Year

1. Chrome Clovers

 

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2. Guinness Appreciation

 

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3. Lucky Girl

 

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4. Irish Tips

 

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5. Gold & Green

 

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6. Feature Nail

 

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7. Lucky Charms

 

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8. Green Cat Eye

 

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9. Metallic Bows

 

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10. Abstract Shamrock

 

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