St Patrick's Day has been celebrated for centuries, and is now widely seen as the ultimate celebration of Irish culture. The roots of this traditional day began with the death of St. Patrick on the 17th of March (the day which we now celebrate) and was held as a yearly banquet at churches and religious institutions.
Jewellery and fashion was always a big part of the St Patrick's Day feast and celebration, as Irish people would aim to dress their very best as they attended churches and gatherings. For those who couldn't afford expensive clothes and jewellery, plucking a shamrock leaf and attaching it to their clothing would do.
And while this auspicious day is now a much larger scale celebration of Irish heritage around the globe, dressing up in fine jewellery is still a big part of the tradition. We've got plenty of great jewellery suggestions in our St Patrick's Day Jewellery Guide, so you won't have to go far to find the right pieces.
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Jewellery To Wear With St Patrick's Day Outfits
For anyone with Irish heritage or strong ties to Ireland, you might be planning a party or an outing with friends and family to celebrate St Patrick's Day. It's typical to wear green outfits for the occasion, though you probably don't wear green all that often during your average week. If you aren't sure how to style your St Patricks clothing and jewellery we're here to help!
Go Green with Emerald St Patrick's Day Jewellery
This is an obvious one; but you can't go wrong by picking up a beautiful piece of emerald jewellery before St Patrick's Day. Green is strongly connected to the holiday, and to the land of Ireland itself, which is often called 'The Emerald Isle'. So, what better way to celebrate St Patrick's Day than to wear the most precious green gemstone on the planet?
Emeralds aren't only famous for their vivid green colour and lush sparkle, but for their association with wealth and good luck. Of course, the Irish themselves are known for having a bit of luck, which makes emerald all the more appropriate.
The incredible colour of emerald naturally completes your St Patrick's day look. And, the great thing about this stone is that you can wear it every day of the year if you so choose. Emeralds are timeless, and make a stunning addition to any kind of outfit. If you were looking for the excuse to buy emerald earrings or jewellery, then now's the time to go for it. You deserve it.
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9ct Yellow Gold 7x5mm Created Emerald and Diamond Pear Halo Pendant on 45cm Chain
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9ct Yellow Gold 6x4mm Created Emerald and Diamond Pear Halo Stud Earrings
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Adorn Yourself with Gold and Silver
Ever heard of the phrase 'luck of the Irish'? We're sure you that you have, but you might not have known that this saying originates from Irish miners of gold and silver in the US. This came to be in the 19th century, when many of the most successful gold miners in America were in fact Irish or descended from the Emerald Isle.
Because these miners were so rich from discovering deposits of gold and silver, the Irish became known as a lucky people. The Irish superstition of the 4-leaf clover is another reason this idea has caught on ' but more on their charms later.
Beautiful gold jewellery still has a strong connection to the Irish and St Patrick's Day, and has the rich yellow colour to complement your look. Not only do the rich tones of gold suit the classic staple of green St Patrick's Day clothing, but the precious metal also fits traditional Irish wear, too. It's difficult to mention gold and St Patrick's Day without bringing the classic Irish tale of the Leprechaun, who would keep a pot of gold by their side and are a popular symbol of luck.
Silver jewellery is complementary to standard St Patricks Day clothing, which makes it another great choice if you feel like wearing something a little more subtle. So, go for gold, silver or a combination of the two to pair with your green clothing!
Wear Lucky Charms and Shamrocks
There is perhaps nothing more Irish than the shamrock. Now Ireland's national flower, the shamrock has become a symbol of the country's culture and heritage around the globe. The plant actually has a stronger connection to St Patrick's Day than simply its Irish symbolism, which makes it the perfect choice to wear on March 17th.
It is said that St. Patrick, when bringing the Catholic gospel to Ireland, explained the concepts of the holy trinity using a three-leafed shamrock. This is the reason many would choose to wear the shamrock during traditional celebrations of St Patrick's Day.
Nowadays, the shamrock is worn as jewellery or as a lucky charm. The four-leaf clover in particular, is a traditional Irish symbol of good luck due to its rarity. Wearing shamrock or four-leaf clover jewellery during St Patricks Day is a great way to get into the celebrations, plus you can keep your special shamrock charm with you for good luck after.
You could also go with Claddagh jewellery, an Irish symbol featuring a heart, crown and two hands. This traditional design is symbolic of love, loyalty and friendship which makes it a great choice for St Patricks Day.
Sterling Silver Zirconia Claddagh Ring
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Sterling Silver Claddagh Hinged Baby Bangle
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Sterling Silver Claddagh Mens Rings
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History of St Patrick's Day in Australia
Australia is home to many people with Irish heritage. In fact, from 1791 to 1914, over 300,000 Irish settlers found their way to the country according to this national census. It might even be worth checking your own connection to Ireland.
St Patrick's Day was historically celebrated in parades in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, though these large-scale formalities haven't been nearly as big in recent times. For many, a small gathering or trip to an Irish pub where you can dress up and wear clover jewellery is a fun and exciting way to honour the holiday.
While Irish Australian culture isn't perhaps as recognised as it should be, you can always learn more about the background of Irish in Australia. We do share one well-recognised piece of history and story of Australian folklore ' Ned Kelly. The iconic outlaw actually had Irish parents on both sides, and the significance of mateship and loyalty are important parts of both Australian and Irish cultures.
In any case, St Patrick's Day has a place in the history, past and present of Australia ' so it's fantastic for anyone to dress up in green or wear fun jewellery to celebrate.
