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Achieve classy St. Patrick's Day nails with these 7 green polishes

Feeling lucky? These St. Patrick's Day nails will be your pot of gold this holiday season.

Published Feb 21, 2024
3 min. reading time
a collection of the best green nail polishes to celebrate St. Patrick's Day

As March 17 approaches, the season of parades, four-leaf clovers, good luck charms and everything green is nearly in full swing for St. Patrick’s Day.

Want to join in on the fun and festivities of the season while still being stylish and classy?

Try jazzing up your nails!

From simple St. Patrick's Day nail polishes to easy-to-use press-ons and themed stickers, you’ll find everything you need for the big day here.

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Shop everything green

Gelcare Emerald Gel Nail Polish in a white bottle
Gelcare Emerald Gel Nail Polish
$20 at Revolve
Sally Hansen Leaf Me Be nail polish in the a deep green shade
Sally Hansen Leaf Me Be
$9.24 at Amazon
Revlon Super Lustrous Chip Resistant Nail Polish in the shade posh
Revlon Super Lustrous Chip Resistant Nail Polish
$8.77 at Walmart
Gucci Glossy Nail Polish in bright green
Gucci Glossy Nail Polish
$35 at Sephora

Our editors' lucky nail designs

In honor of the holiday season, we have rounded up our favorite seven shades of green.

close up shot of a model's hand with green nails with a leaf design
Photo: Pexels / Kristina Paukshtite

Designed by top nail artists, this rich, jelly-green nail polish is the perfect color to achieve a classy yet fun look at home.

Top tip: A natural glossy finish requires two coats, while a defined and deeper finish requires three coats.

Sally Hansen Leaf Me Be nail polish in the a deep green shade
Photo: Amazon

With this nail polish, you can achieve salon-worthy nails without using UV or LED lights.

We especially love its deep green colorway which is uber-chic, edgy and pairs well with other color schemes.

This pick is a vibrant, all-year-round color you can wear even after St. Patrick's Day is over.

Its anti-fade, non-chipping technology and quick dry time ensure your nail polish stays bright and popping for longer.

With a custom-designed brush shape for easy application, this luxury, plant-based nail polish leaves a long-lasting glossy shine without streaks or imperfections.

essie Salon Quality Nail Polish in the shade muted green
Photo: Amazon

Channel the luck of the Irish with a pop of muted green on your nails!

Featuring a vegan formula, subtle yet chic color and easy glide brush to ensure flawless application, it's playful, cute and a great way to spice up your nails for the holidays.

Glittering St. Patrick's Day nails can be classy, as proved by this pick.

With its rich emerald hue, sugary green sparkle and matte finish, this vegan-friendly nail polish exudes sophistication and style while still being on theme.

The gel nail polishes from OPI are known for their high quality and high pigmentation, so if you're looking for a pick that's loved by beauty lovers, this is it.

A shimmering green color and non-chip finish lend it a subtle shine suitable for formal and social settings alike.

Nail art, press-on nails and more!

Looking to take your St. Patty's nails to the next level? These are the best accessories, art designs and stickers for the job.

Who doesn’t love a classic gel mani? Get into the holiday spirit with this super cute press-on set! 

We love how this set pairs a bright and dainty green ombre design with a clear base for a cool yet subtle look, while its gentle and non-damaging glue makes application easy.

Get creative this St. Patrick’s Day with this chic green art pen. 

Make stunning patterns, statement shapes and fine lines with this accessory —  the sky’s the limit. 

Looking for a quick way to decorate your nails for St. Patrick's Day? This pick will do the trick.

These ready-to-wear stick-ons come with plain green, gold glitter and metallic clover accents that let you pick the vibe of your look. Whether you want to go big or subtle, the choice is yours.

Best of all? They last for up to 14 days!

Make your nails look extra festive with these St. Patty-themed decoration stickers.

With leprechauns, shamrocks, lucky charms, pots of gold and everything inspired by the holiday season, this is where the fun begins.

Rich, vibrant in color (and oddly satisfying), this green teal dip powder is an easy way to create salon-worthy nails at home. 

Prep your nails as usual, dip it in the powder and finish with a top coat for a mirror-like glaze.

When is St. Patrick’s Day?

March 17!

Originally, St. Patrick’s Day was a religious holiday in honor of St. Patrick, the national apostle and patron saint of Ireland. 

But over the past 35 years or so, it has grown into a global cultural event, where Irish culture, history and heritage are celebrated worldwide.

Scrabble letters saying Happy St. Patricks Day and green paper clovers around it
Photo: Pexels/ alleksana

Whether it's parades, shamrocks, Irish dancing or all things green, the holiday is recognized with a host of fun events and traditions to embrace the day of luck.

Ready to find your lucky charm? 

Still looking for the perfect St. Patrick’s Day nail combination? Here’s what to do:

Grab the Gelcare Emerald Gel Nail Polish for a sophisticated yet chic base, use the Mani Marker Art Pen for some extra detailing and add a few stickers from the St. Patrick's Day Nail Art Stickers Decals to complete your look.

We wish you a happy St. Patrick's Day!


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Lauren Pascal

A self-proclaimed ‘obsessed TikTok user,’ Lauren Pascal uses her knowledge to help readers shop for trendy new products. Lauren is also an experienced travel writer and recently wrote informative pieces for travellers during the pandemic.