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5 Creative Ways to Dress Up for St. George's Day

by Darren Butler
Last updated: Apr 04, 2023

St George’s Day comes once a year and is a great opportunity to dress up as St George and to decorate your party venue with red and white to celebrate the patron saint of England. Whether you’re attending a parade or party or just want to show your patriotism, there are many ways to get into the spirit of the holiday. In this blog post we share 5 creative ways to celebrate St George’s Day.

1. Embrace The Dragon.

The most iconic element of St George’s Day is the dragon that he is said to have slain. Why not incorporate this theme into your costume? This is easy to do by dressing up as a dragon or just by accessorising with dragon inspired pieces. If you’re feeling quite creative you could try making your own dragon costume, all you need is some green fabric, some felt for the wings and spikes and a little bit of imagination. Or you could opt to buy a dragon costume. If you don’t want to go all out with a full costume you could simply add some dragon themed accessories to your outfit. A dragon headband, necklace or earrings are some great options.

2. Get Patriotic With Red & White.

A great way to dress up for St George’s Day is to embrace the colours of the English flag: red & white. This is a simple but effective way to show your patriotism. There are many ways to incorporate these colours into your outfit. You could wear a red & white dress or shirt, or pair a white top with red trousers or skirt. Alternatively you could wear a white shirt with a red tie or scarf. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous you could even dye your hair red and white for the occasion or go for a red & white afro wig or a St George’s red & white bob wig.

3. Dress Up As St George Himself.

For a truly iconic St George’s Day costume why not dress up as the man himself? St George is often depicted in armour with a Red Cross on his chest. You could buy a St George’s costume or you could create your own armour out of cardboard or foam. This is a fun DIY project that will allow you to create a truly unique costume. To complete the look make sure to add a red cape and carry a sword. This will help you look the part of a valiant knight.

4. Go For A Fairy Tale Theme.

St. George's Day is a great opportunity to embrace the fairy tale theme and dress up as characters from classic stories. Whether you want to be Little Red Riding Hood, a princess, or a knight in shining armour, there are plenty of options to choose from. For a fun twist on the traditional fairy tale theme, you could even dress up as a character from a modern fantasy series like Game of Thrones. This is a great way to show off your love of fantasy and still stay true to the St George’s Day spirit.

5. Get Creative With Face Paint.

Finally, if you want to keep your costume simple but still make an impact, why not try some creative face paint? This is a fun and easy way to show off your St. George's Day spirit without having to invest in a full costume. You could paint a red and white cross on your face, or even create a dragon-inspired look with scales and spikes. If you're not confident in your own artistic abilities, there are plenty of tutorials and stencils available online to help you create the perfect St. George's Day face paint look.

In conclusion there are plenty of fun and creative ways to dress up for St George’s Day. Whether you want to go all out with a dragon or knight costume, or keep it simple with some patriotic colours or face paint, there's no shortage of options to choose from. So, get creative, have fun, and celebrate the patron saint of England in style!