Popsugar Beauty Nail Trends 60 Classy St. Patrick's Day Nails 60+ St. Patrick's Day Nails That Will Have You Feeling Lucky 21 February 2023 by Katelyn Evans Image Source: Getty / Raimonda Kulikauskiene There are endless options to choose from for St. Patrick's Day nails. You can go traditional with lots of green or unconventional with spring pastels. Start planning your St. Patrick's Day nails now to wear on 17 March. If you love getting your nails done, here's another reason to take a trip to your favourite salon. With St. Patrick's Day on the horizon, you may be on the hunt for classy St. Patrick's Day nails to get in the spirit. If you're worried about getting pinched by a leprechaun this St. Paddy's Day, add the perfect touch of shamrock green to your ensemble with a festive manicure. There are plenty of simple St. Patrick's Day nails to choose from — go for a leprechaun, a four-leaf clover, a rainbow, a pot of gold, or even an unconventional design — to ensure your nails are looking magical on 17 March. From a play on the latest nail trends like the classic french manicure to glitter polish, these are the St. Patrick's Day nails that you'll never get tired of. Even if you don't have any plans to celebrate, the occasion is always a good reason to change up your nails. It's amazing how much a good manicure can boost your mood, and these ideas we've rounded up are no exception. Whether it's a simple green nail polish on your natural nails or something a little more intricate on an almond-shaped acrylic set, keep reading for endless inspiration for St. Patrick's Day nails. Sparkly Green St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cat’s DIY Nails✨🇩🇴 (@nailedbycat) Using dip powder, this manicure is perfect for a fun St. Patrick's Day look. 1 / 60 Glitter Gradient St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stefanie ☀️ (@polished_yogi) If you're a minimalist but still want to get in the holiday spirit, a green glitter gradient with a neutral base is the way to go. 2 / 60 Lucky St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennifer Ivanov (@superchiclacquer) What's better than a classic white set? Add a green clover for a festive touch, and consider yourself lucky. 3 / 60 Rainbow St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by DIY’ing the 𝓉𝓇ℯ𝓃𝒹𝒾ℯ𝓈𝓉 Manis (@charmedbyhue) Featuring the ROYGBIV colours (aka red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet), you can never go wrong with a rainbow set to depict the classic St. Patrick's Day symbol. 4 / 60 Mixed Greens St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neon Beauty Studio (@artistrybykristin) Can't decide on which design you like best? Create your own set featuring different shades of green. 5 / 60 Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by olicake.nails (@olicake.nails) Go big or go home with this statement-making set featuring glitter accents over rainbow- and green-gradient bases. 6 / 60 Green Bling St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Angelboo 👑✨ (@lenoircanvasnails) You can never go wrong with the all-over bling nail-art trend — just make it green. 7 / 60 Verdant Swirl St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rachel Messick | Manicurist (@rachel.messick) As popular as acrylic nails are, it's always good to go back to the basics and rock your natural nails. Spice them up with a verdant shade of green and gold swirls. 8 / 60 Green Chrome St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Naillionaire✨Jessica Reohr (@thenaillionaire) on Feb 8, 2019 at 5:04am PST One of the biggest nail-art trends of 2022, this green-chrome set makes the best accessory for your holiday look. 9 / 60 Green French and Abstract St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meleana (@nailedbymele) Mix and match two of the cutest nail designs, and make it St. Patrick's Day. 10 / 60 Irish Flag St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nails by Rebecca 💅🏼✨💗 (@nailsbyrebecca__) This abstract depiction of Ireland's national flag mixed with a solid green just screams St. Patrick's Day. 11 / 60 Forest-Green and Gold St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓮𝓮𝓪🦋𝓝𝓪𝓲𝓵𝓽𝓮𝓬𝓱🦋𝓞𝔀𝓷𝓮𝓻 (@mareea_mnails_) A set with a cool, dark green and shimmery accent is a great option for a luxe yet simple St. Patrick's Day look. 12 / 60 Ombré and Gold-Foil St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by @nataliesnails__ The glitter ombré trend is always in style, and this set with gold foils and four-leaf clovers is no exception. 13 / 60 Celtic Press-On St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nail Art & Tutorials | April (@bombergirlnails) Add immediate glamour to your nails without the stress of a salon visit with these green glitter press-ons. 14 / 60 Green Ombré Stiletto St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by ✨CCNAILS (@courtneycantwell_nails) These neon-green ombré nails will have all the jaws dropping on St. Paddy's Day. 15 / 60 Mix and Match St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Nail Bar North (@thenailbarnorth) Nothing says St. Paddy's Day like a nail set with one of the holiday's most loved symbols, a rainbow, and its staple colour, green. 16 / 60 All Green Everything St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chicago Nail Artist (@nailvidaboutique) As a must for the Irish holiday, there are approximately 295 shades of green to choose from, so play around with some fun shades for your festive set. 17 / 60 Holiday Symbol St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sabrina the Ten Nail Witch (@sabrinathetennailwitch) Combine all the St. Paddy's Day symbols for the ultimate festive look. 18 / 60 Glittery St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Christine Nguyen (@naildesignsbychristine) on Feb 21, 2018 at 7:28pm PST Mix rhinestones with glitter and gold for a glam and festive look. 19 / 60 Lucky Green St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jasmine (@jazzynailstylist) Make the almond-shaped nail trend your own by adding a lucky green with some jewels. 20 / 60 Clovers With a Twist St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sky 💖 (@skys.nails) You can never go wrong with a clover design for St. Paddy's Day. 21 / 60 Glittery St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by @swoonnails Glittery, pixie-dust nails always make for a good nail set. You'll want to rock this look even after the 17th. 22 / 60 Gold and Green Design St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮 ♡ (@melcisme) on Mar 13, 2018 at 9:07am PDT Add gold sparkles, stripes, and a four-leaf clover to your set, and you'll have the perfect St. Patrick's Day nails. 23 / 60 Green Zebra and French St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natali Carmona (@getnailed32) Put your own flair on the iconic french style, and add green designs to really get in the spirit. 24 / 60 Green and Blush St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blush Pink Nail Boutique (@blushpinknailboutique) on Mar 12, 2016 at 10:26pm PST A sparkly base combined with intricate white detail gives these St. Patrick's Day nails a fun look. 25 / 60 Spring-Green St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nailbees (@nailbees) on Mar 16, 2015 at 5:44am PDT If you love bright hues and still want to be in theme, opt for a pastel green along with a classic shamrock design. 26 / 60 Mickey Mouse and Mint St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Two Brown Eyed Girls (@twobrowneyedgirls) on Feb 27, 2016 at 4:29pm PST For a clean set, add a touch of nostalgia with a Mickey Mouse graphic combined with a sleek mint green. 27 / 60 Trendy St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Caroline Moyes (@nailart.bycaroline) Include some of the latest nail-art trends in your holiday set, including yin-yang and checkered print. 28 / 60 Abstract Green and Nude St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chaun Legend 🇰🇭 (@chaunlegend) Green and nude is always a good nail combo. Wear it for St. Paddy's Day, and this is the nail look you'll want to rock even after the 17th. 29 / 60 Good Luck St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nadia (@nadioula_) on Mar 14, 2017 at 6:57pm PDT Spread good luck with a set featuring outlines of shamrocks and the phrase "Good Luck." 30 / 60 Sparkly Rainbow St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zuzana (@sjudoesnails) on Mar 17, 2018 at 10:03am PDT This has festive gold and green balanced with a neutral background and rainbow accents. 31 / 60 Glitter Clover St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Ballard (@itsashnails) on Mar 10, 2018 at 7:47pm PST With this fun mani, you'll be sure to make a statement. 32 / 60 Minimal Clover St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 100% PURE (@100percentpure) on Mar 17, 2017 at 8:41am PDT Sometimes less is more, and this minimal set with a clover sticker and a hint of sparkle is no exception. 33 / 60 Colourful St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sensationails4u (@sensationails4u) on Mar 16, 2015 at 1:08pm PDT Whether you like the dots or a pot of gold, throw in some colour on top of a green base for a fun St. Paddy's Day mani. 34 / 60 Rainbow Glitter St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 💅Nails By Naomi💅 (@colorful_shenanigans) on Feb 20, 2019 at 12:04pm PST You can never go wrong with glitter for a festive set. 35 / 60 Green Reverse Stamp St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Serene (@copycatclaws) on Feb 5, 2019 at 7:45pm PST Between the shamrocks and forest-green base, this set just screams St. Patrick's Day. 36 / 60 Assorted St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by LACQUER® (@ilovelacquer) on Mar 16, 2018 at 6:01am PDT Keep your nails fun with an assorted set including rainbows and sequins. 37 / 60 St. Patrick's Day Galore Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chivone Spencer (@shynails) on Mar 12, 2018 at 4:34pm PDT If you want to go all out, create a set featuring all the symbols of the beloved holiday. 38 / 60 Pastel St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 💎Amy🎀 (@londonbrolly) on Jun 25, 2017 at 8:14pm PDT Try the unconventional route with springy pastels, and add a St. Patrick's Day design to stay in the holiday spirit. 39 / 60 Pastel French St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sophie Crandall (@sophiecrandallesthetics) on Mar 22, 2018 at 4:16pm PDT Put a fun twist on the classic french nail design with pastel colours, like this one featuring a shamrock design. 40 / 60 Green Accent St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 🌸Béraude🌸 (@nailsuponatime) on Mar 17, 2018 at 11:26am PDT Keep it cute and simple with a green-based set featuring glitter. 41 / 60 Green Glitter St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by @liliumzz on Mar 17, 2018 at 9:25am PDT Put green and glitter together, and you have the perfect, festive St. Patrick's Day set. 42 / 60 Stiletto St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kawaii Klaws - Cara (@kawaiiklaws) on Mar 11, 2016 at 7:49pm PST Go big or go home with these stiletto nails featuring bases of assorted greens with sparkly designs and embellishments. 43 / 60 Shamrock St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessica Byles (@lalalovenailart) on Mar 6, 2016 at 6:05pm PST Nothing says St. Patrick's Day like sparkly nails with shamrocks all over. 44 / 60 Green, Black, and Gold Foil St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nail Labo USA (@naillabousa) on Mar 22, 2018 at 9:55am PDT Stay in theme with black and green nails. For extra oomph, add gold accents to your set. 45 / 60 Lucky Charm Accent St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Katrina (@katrinamarieee) on Mar 17, 2017 at 2:08pm PDT Create a fun play on the childhood cereal favourite Lucky Charms with symbols at the tips and a nude, sparkly base. 46 / 60 Glitter and Shamrock St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by GET POLISHED WITH US!💅 (@professionalnailss) on Mar 2, 2018 at 7:54am PST You can never go wrong with glitter and shamrock for your holiday set, like this gorgeous one featuring green glitter and white designs. 47 / 60 Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ur Nails Done The Way U Want! (@urway_nailzzz) on Mar 7, 2018 at 9:29am PST Throw on a green base, add glitter, and paint a couple of clovers and pot of gold designs, and you have the most festive St. Patrick's Day set ever. 48 / 60 Green French Glitter St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝑴𝒐𝒐𝒌¡𝒆🦋 (@nailsbymookie) Nothing says festive like adding glitter to your nail set. Make it green, and you're St. Paddy's Day ready! 49 / 60 Lucky St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by ✨𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬✨ (@couturenailcreations) on Mar 17, 2018 at 4:45am PDT If you want to go all out, this abstract take on some of the holiday's most meaningful symbols is perfect for you. 50 / 60 Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by chinaglazeofficial (@chinaglazeofficial) on Mar 12, 2018 at 11:21am PDT If you love colour and don't want to restrict yourself to just green, this pastel, Lucky Charms-themed set is the way to go. Plus, it brings back all the nostalgia from growing up eating the favourite cereal. 51 / 60 Magical St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by #NAILSMAGAZINE (@nailsmagazine) on Mar 6, 2018 at 2:28pm PST Another flashback to the '90s, this set features the Lucky Charms leprechaun and the infamous catchphrase "Magically Delicious." 52 / 60 Rainbow and Gold Accent St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanya Kulnevska (@iglamnails) on Mar 7, 2018 at 4:57am PST You can never go wrong with abstract rainbows and gold decals for a festive yet simple look. 53 / 60 Pastel Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by 💀 Deadly Claws by Kat 💀 (@x.deadly.claws.x) on Oct 7, 2018 at 8:08am PDT Go the unconventional route, and have lavender as your base with some of the most fun charm designs. 54 / 60 Spring St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pro Nail Salon (@pronail_salon) on Apr 19, 2018 at 5:57pm PDT This set features a mint-green design that doubles as St. Patrick's Day nail art. 55 / 60 Green and Gold Glitter St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sophys Nail Lab 💅🏾 (@sophysnaillab) on Apr 17, 2018 at 6:57am PDT If you want to make a statement, opt for a set featuring chrome polish with green and gold glitter. 56 / 60 Matte Black Nails With Embellishments St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by @pink_chiffon_nails on Mar 10, 2018 at 2:11pm PST Texture is a huge nail trend, and adding rhinestones or your favourite St. Patrick's Day designs over a matte set creates a really cool look. 57 / 60 Glitter-Tip St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessica Eaken-Hydock (@oasisnailstudio) on Feb 21, 2019 at 6:26am PST Just want a little hint of sparkles for your St. Patrick's Day nails? Opt for a glittery design, like this gold and green one featuring a four-leaf clover. 58 / 60 Lucky Preppy St. Patrick's Day Nails View this post on Instagram A post shared by Contact LacQrd (@lacqrdsalonondemand) on Mar 12, 2017 at 12:52pm PDT Go all out with your manicure, and paint leprechaun-inspired designs all over your nails. 59 / 60 St. Patrick's Day Nail Designs Image Source: Getty 60 / 60 Nail TrendsSt. Patrick's DayBeauty TrendsNailNail ArtNails