Men's St. Patrick's Day style guide
St. Patrick's Day is always one big welcoming bash. You can expect lots of dancing, hearty traditional dishes, huge parades and as many pints as you can handle...
As great as this occasion may be, that’s no excuse to let your dress standards slip. You don’t want to be that guy in the over the top bright green outfit with a Guinness hat that can be spotted all the way from Dublin.
Whether you're heading to London’s St Patrick’s Day parade or to the pub with a few mates, we've got you covered on what to wear and where to go in and around London.
What to do for St. Patrick's Day
You don’t have to go to Ireland to enjoy the party atmosphere of St Patrick’s Day 2019. There’s plenty going on right here in London, such as the London St Patrick's Day Parade, the Music Trail at Camden Market or visiting an Irish pub near you.
What to wear for St. Patrick's Day
Rather than covering yourself head-to-toe in bright green, opt for a dash of unexpected colour – pair shades of greens with more neutral colours.
To the pub
If you plan on heading down to the nearest Irish pub, the easiest way to nod to the occasion is to throw on a green piece of knitwear. Try opting for something like a khaki sweater that will slot seamlessly into your current wardrobe. Add your favourite jeans and a pair of quality Chelsea boots and you're all set.
Chelsea boots available from Anatomic & Co
Jumper available from River Island
To the parade
London’s St Patrick’s Day parade lines the streets from Piccadilly to Trafalgar Square and cheers on a stream of leprechaun floats, traditional musicians and squads of Irish dancers. If you don't mind crowds, hit the streets with a green scarf and a pair of comfortable smart casual leather trainers.
Leather Trainers available from Anatomic & Co
Scarf available from Wool Lovers London
To a dinner date
If you prefer a quieter dinner, team up a plain tee with a blazer and tailored trousers. Add a stylish pair of brogues and you're all set.
Brogues available from Anatomic & Co
Blazer available from Topman
When is St Patrick’s Day?
St Paddy's day takes place on March 17, but in true Irish fashion, you might want it to run throughout the weekend.
What is St Patrick's Day?
It's another excuse to drink. Well, not really, but who's judging? The day is actually a global celebration of Irish culture, and particularly remembers St Patrick, one of Ireland's patron saints, who ministered Christianity in Ireland during the fifth century.
Feature image source: Wool Lovers London
