I painfully remember the year I forgot to wear green on St. Patrick's Day. I was in junior high, and it was miserable -- my maiden name was Green, so I thought maybe I'd get away without getting pinched, but no such luck. I came home with little red marks all over, and decided I would never go a St. Patty's without getting festive again.

However, I don't like wearing a bright green shirt or anything like that on the actual day -- I never like to dress just like everyone else -- so I look for shamrock-hued accents to serve my purpose. And, what better accent is there than brightly colored shoes?

I love these by Puma -- they actually have a lucky pot of gold included. But, if you're pretty sure you'll get lucky anyway, you might want to opt for some different kicks that better suit your style. Check out the gallery for some Irish inspiration! But hurry -- the pinching begins March 17!

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