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St Patrick's blue

Okay, kiddo, have you ever heard of St. Patrick's Day? It's a holiday that's celebrated in Ireland and around the world, where people wear green clothes, decorate with shamrocks, and have parades. But do you know what color St. Patrick's Day used to be?

It might surprise you, but it wasn't always green! A long time ago, people in Ireland used to wear a different color to celebrate St. Patrick's Day... can you guess what color that was? Blue!

Yes, St. Patrick's Blue was a very special shade of blue that was associated with the holiday in Ireland. It was actually more of a deep, rich blue-green color, and it was seen as a symbol of Ireland's natural beauty, with its lush green countryside and sparkling blue waters.

But you might be wondering why we don't see people wearing St. Patrick's Blue anymore. Well, over time, the color green became more popular and associated with Ireland and St. Patrick's Day. So, people gradually started wearing green clothes and using green decorations instead.

But don't worry, St. Patrick's Blue is still a part of Ireland's history and culture. You might spot it on flags or coats of arms, and some people even choose to wear blue instead of green on St. Patrick's Day to celebrate the traditional color.

So, next time you see a picture of St. Patrick's Blue, you'll know that it was once the color of Irish pride and tradition!