Leonah Richards selling flags outside the National Stadium on Wednesday. - Norman Grindley

The Jamaican colours have undoubtedly taken over the entire island.

In this the 50th year of Independence, Jamaicans have been showing patriotism to their country by donning the black, green and gold in all aspects.

From the way we dress to the decor on almost every building, the loyalty can be felt.

And with the Olympics in the air, Jamaicans are preparing for what might be our best performance at the games yet.

The anticipations are high and so too are the number of flags and other paraphernalia being sold daily.

Here are some of the Jamaicans who have decided to show off their colours.

Artist Jacquelyne Hussey Pearson holds an Amerindian-originated instrument during a "50 years of female art", at Décor VIII, 8 Hillcrest Avenue, in St Andrew, on Sunday. - Anthony Minott

Kenneth Pryce was in his Jamaican colours as he visited the STAR's office, 7 North Street, Kingston. - Norman Grindley

At an Emancipation function at Monza, Greater Portmore, St Catherine, on Wednesday, these women wore their colours and showed their pride. - Anthony Minott

A member of the St Michael's Steppers Marching Band entertains staff members of LIME at the Carlton Crescent office.

Several persons dressed in black, green and gold at the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village, Independence Park, on Wednesday. - Winston Sill