St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to think green, step out of your shell, and let your inner flirt shine.
Whether you’re swiping right on your phone or hitting the town, here’s The Digital Matchmaker Guide to making the most of this festive holiday, filling your date card, and maybe even get lucky in love.
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1. Start with a Playful St. Paddy’s Day Text
Want a quick way to break the ice? Send a simple “Happy St. Patrick’s Day” message guaranteed to get a reply. Need to take it up a notch? Try, “Are you feeling lucky today?” and see where the conversation goes.
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2. Refresh Your Dating Profile
Give your dating profile a St. Paddy’s makeover! Add a witty bio like, “Looking for my lucky charm,” or “Who needs a pot of gold when you’ve got this smile?” Don’t forget to upload a green-themed photo to grab their attention.
3. Use Gifs to Make an Impression
Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble let you send GIFs in your messages, making it easy to showcase your flirting techniques. Try sending a cheeky winking leprechaun or a fun shamrock dance.
4. Send a Fun e-Card
Make their inbox unforgettable by sending a fun St. Patrick’s Day ecard, or a hilarious JibJab video starring you as a dancing leprechaun. It’s a playful way to stand out and leave a lasting impression.
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5. Dress to Impress in Green
On March 17th, everyone will be wearing green, but a bold outfit will make you stand out. Show you’re fun and approachable by sporting a fun green hat, wearing a flashing shamrock pin, or even a cheeky and bold, “Kiss me I’m Irish” tee.
6. Flash a Flirty Smile
A confident and flirtatious smile is one of the best ways to catch someone’s attention. Try the 5-second gaze: make contact with someone you’d like to talk to, hold their gaze and slowly count to five. Then flash a warm and inviting smile, and look away.
7. Hand Out Playful Compliments
See someone rocking a totally ridiculous outfit? Let them know they’re rocking it! Flattery goes a long way. Take it a step further and ask if you can snap a selfie together. Then ask for their cellphone number to text them the photo on the spot. Now they’ll have your number to easily follow up and schedule a date.
8. Let Your Dog be Your Wingman
Let your furry friend play matchmaker. Dress up your pup with a green bandana and take them for a stroll in the park. Pets are natural flirt magnets, and there’s reason they call it “puppy love.”
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9. Order a Festive Drink & Start a Conversation
Whether it’s a Shamrock Shake, matcha latte, or green tea frappuccino, ordering a themed drink gives you a perfect excuse to chat with someone next to you while in online.
10. Join a St. Paddy’s Date Parade
Parades are lively fun-filled events and a great way to meet new people. Grab a friend and go (wearing green attire, of course), strike up a conversation, and let the luck of the Irish do the rest.
St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to flirt, have fun, and even find your lucky match.
Julie Spira is the Digital Matchmaker® and America's Top Online Dating Expert. She's an award-winning certified dating coach who's been helping singles find their perfect match for over three decades. Follow @JulieSpira on IG and @digitalmatchmaker on TikTok.