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Leaf Nails

Leaf nails are a type of nail design that incorporates leaves into the manicure. The leaves may be realistic or abstracted and include various elements like flowers and butterflies. Leaf design nails can be done with just one color or multiple colors to create an ombre effect. Nails with leaf designs are fun and versatile and are perfect for anyone who wants a manicure that stands out from the crowd without being too flashy or over-the-top. Leaf nails are the perfect way to add some springtime flair to your manicure. They're perfect for the season and can be used for fall, summer, and even winter with the proper color palette. A study was done on a neo-naturalistic nail art design that combines the aesthetic characteristics of digital with nail art techniques using natural images as a motif. Through this, it is believed that the possibility of nail art design was discovered as a means of expressing the value of nature preservation, and the scope of use of nail art design was expanded.
These nature-inspired designs are also easy to do and require little skill and very few tools. Do them at home with just a few basic household items, or create leaf nail designs with any color or theme. You can even use multiple colors in one design or any color combination, from simple shades of red or blue to more vibrant combinations like pink and green or orange and yellow. Mix metallic colors with bright hues to create a unique look that will turn heads wherever you go! Think about how much detail you want to include in your design—leaves can be detailed or simple.
Include leaf patterns to your nails to add a natural touch to your nails. They are a fun, trendy, and easy way to get attention. From simple and delicate to bold and vibrant, here are some inspirations for creating a leaf manicure or pedicure.

Simple Leaf Nail Art

Green and Silver Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3756
Green and Silver Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3756

Minimal Nails with Olive Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1624
Minimal Nails with Olive Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1624

Green Fern Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1558
Green Fern Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1558

Brown Nails with Leaves Accents for Workplace | Professional Nails - NB3056
Brown Nails with Leaves Accents for Workplace | Professional Nails - NB3056

Luxury New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3779
Luxury New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3779

Minimal Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1619
Minimal Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1619

New Year's Rose Gold and Nude Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3778
New Year's Rose Gold and Nude Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3778

Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780
Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780

Long Leaf Nails

Nude and White Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1420
Nude and White Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1420

Gold and Green Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1474
Gold and Green Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1474

Zig Zag Design 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1465
Zig Zag Design 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1465

Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780
Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780

Silver Chrome and Green Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1526
Silver Chrome and Green Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1526

Peace Dove and Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1637
Peace Dove and Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1637

Toronto CN Tower Nails | Travel and Tourism - NB937
Toronto CN Tower Nails | Travel and Tourism - NB937

Floral and Plant Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB841
Floral and Plant Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB841

Short Leaf Nails

Short Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1613
Short Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1613

Pearly Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3048
Pearly Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3048

Tropical Flamingo Floral Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-121
Tropical Flamingo Floral Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-121

Classy Pink Nails with leaves | Foil Nails - NB4084
Classy Pink Nails with leaves | Foil Nails - NB4084

Golden Foliage Design Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5613
Golden Foliage Design Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5613

Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3029
Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3029

21st Glitter Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5193
21st Glitter Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5193

Simple Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1616
Simple Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1616

Maple Leaf Nail Designs

Rust Nails Designed with Autumn Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5743
Rust Nails Designed with Autumn Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5743

Maple Leaves on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1500
Maple Leaves on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1500

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1186
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1186

Maple Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1477
Maple Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1477

Glitter Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1525
Glitter Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1525

Gradient Fall Maple Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1516
Gradient Fall Maple Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1516

Rust Nails Designed with Autumn Leaves Accents | Fall Nails - NB5756
Rust Nails Designed with Autumn Leaves Accents | Fall Nails - NB5756

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1196
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1196

Gold Leaf for Nails

Green Ombre Nails with Olive Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1595
Green Ombre Nails with Olive Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1595

Gold Leaf Nude Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1411
Gold Leaf Nude Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1411

Elegant White and Rose Gold French Tips | French Manicure - NB3336
Elegant White and Rose Gold French Tips | French Manicure - NB3336

Simple Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1616
Simple Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1616

Luxury Black and Gold Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4315
Luxury Black and Gold Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4315

Animal Print and Fern Tropical Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1561
Animal Print and Fern Tropical Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1561

Luxury Minimal Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1433
Luxury Minimal Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1433

White Nails with Gold Textured Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1421
White Nails with Gold Textured Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1421

4-leaf Clover Nails

Clover Rainbow Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1576
Clover Rainbow Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1576

Zig Zag Design 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1465
Zig Zag Design 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1465

Silver 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1577
Silver 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1577

Glitter Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1478
Glitter Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1478

Glossy Ombre with Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1585
Glossy Ombre with Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1585

4-leaf Clover Pattern Mani | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1473
4-leaf Clover Pattern Mani | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1473

Gold and Green Four-leaf Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1464
Gold and Green Four-leaf Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1464

Clover Nails with Ombre Rose Gold | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1593
Clover Nails with Ombre Rose Gold | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1593

Fern Leaves Nail Designs

Minimal Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1552
Minimal Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1552

Tropical Flamingo French Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-533
Tropical Flamingo French Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-533

Tropical Parrots on Glossy Black Nails|Tropical-NB-D-505
Tropical Parrots on Glossy Black Nails|Tropical-NB-D-505

Gold and Silver Chrome Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1573
Gold and Silver Chrome Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1573

Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1546
Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1546

Tropical Parrots Black French with Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-500
Tropical Parrots Black French with Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-500

Ombre Pastel Nails with Fern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1553
Ombre Pastel Nails with Fern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1553

Fern Toe Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1568
Fern Toe Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1568

Olive Leaf Nail Designs

Silhouette Peace Dove and Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1635
Silhouette Peace Dove and Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1635

Yellow and White Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1605
Yellow and White Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1605

Olive-inspired French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1604
Olive-inspired French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1604

Chrome Effect Olive Nails Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1606
Chrome Effect Olive Nails Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1606

Olive Leaves Glossy Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1603
Olive Leaves Glossy Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1603

Yellow and White Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1615
Yellow and White Olive Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1615

Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1607
Olive Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1607

Chrome Nails with Olive Leaf Pattern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1629
Chrome Nails with Olive Leaf Pattern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1629

Holly Leaf Nail Designs

Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1641
Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1641

Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633
Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633

Minimal Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1656
Minimal Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1656

Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400
Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400

Matte Snowman and Christmas Trees Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1308
Matte Snowman and Christmas Trees Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1308

Gold Holly Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1651
Gold Holly Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1651

Rose Gold Color Nails with Holly Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1655
Rose Gold Color Nails with Holly Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1655

Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660
Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660

Leaf Toe Nail Designs

Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612
Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612

Matte Peach Fuzz Color Toenail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-186
Matte Peach Fuzz Color Toenail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-186

Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479

Bridal Shower Leaf Textured Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-611
Bridal Shower Leaf Textured Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-611

Tropical Flamingo Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-123
Tropical Flamingo Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-123

Leaf Design for Toenails
Leaf Design for Toenails

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4-leaf Clover on Toe Nails| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1480
4-leaf Clover on Toe Nails| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1480

Cute Fern Leaf Toenails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1566
Cute Fern Leaf Toenails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1566

Fall Leaves Nail Art

Turkey Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1099
Turkey Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1099

Autumn Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1043
Autumn Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1043

Cute Black and Green Nail Design with Gold Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5539
Cute Black and Green Nail Design with Gold Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5539

Glossy Gradient Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1507
Glossy Gradient Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1507

Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958
Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958

Mahogany Nails with Golden Leaves Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6314
Mahogany Nails with Golden Leaves Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6314

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1180
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1180

Colorful Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1532
Colorful Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1532

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs with Leaves?

Palm Leaf Nails
Maple Leaf Nail Art
Glitter Nails With Leaves
Four-Leaf Clover Nail Design
Tropical Leaf Nails
Leaves and Foil Nail Art
Pot Leaf Nail Design
Leaves and Butterflies
Banana Leaf Nails
Fern Nails
Fruity Nail Designs with Leaves

Holly Leaf Nail Art
Matte Nails With Leaves
Flower and Leaves Nail Art
Encapsulated Leaf Nails
Fall Leaves Nails with Pumpkins
3D Leaf Nail Art
Nails with Leaves and Confetti
Leaf Filigree Nails
Chrome Leaves
Silhouette Leaves on Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Leaf Nails

To get started, consider what kind of leaf you want to create. Are you going for a bright red rose leaf or a deep green ivy leaf? Or maybe something in between? Once you've made that decision, it's time to choose some colors. When choosing colors for leaf nails, think about how they will look against your skin tone. If you have dark skin, then greens and browns might work best for you; if you have light skin, then yellows and oranges might be more flattering on your nails. If you're looking for an elegant design that will complement almost any outfit, try using white polish as your base color and adding different-colored leaves on top. You can also add flowers or butterflies for something a little more girly. If you want something more casual, try doing a darker base color with lighter-colored leaves. You can also add embellishments like glitter or rhinestones to your leaf nail designs if you want them to stand out even more!
Different types of leaves have different shapes, so experiment with different shades if you want to get the most natural look possible. You can also try some fun color combinations that don't match your actual leaf—this will add interest and dimension to your design. The color of leaves can vary depending on the time of year and where they are located, but the most common colors are green and brown. If you're looking for a more natural look, stick with these colors when choosing your polish. However, if you're looking for something bold or more vibrant, there are plenty of options!
Here are some of the most popular color combinations for leaf nail designs:

Green and white leaf nails
Green, white, and nude leaf nails
Green, white, and purple leaf nails
Green and nude leaf nails
Orange and white leaf nails
Orange, yellow, and white leaf nails
Orange, green, and nude leaf nails
Brown and white leaf nails

Silver and pink leaf nails
Silver and nude leaf nails
Silver, nude, and white leaf nails
Gold and pink leaf nails
Gold, orange, and black leaf nail designs
Black and gray leaf nails
Black and nude leaf nails
Red and white leaf nails

Tips for Leaf Design Nails

Use a thin brush, dotting tool, or toothpick to create an outline around the edges of each leaf shape.

Don't use too much pressure when creating fine lines and details.

Apply contrasting colors to create depth and dimension. You can also experiment with different shades of green to add dimension. And use light colors to showcase delicate leaf details.

Incorporate nature-inspired themes, such as flowers and trees.

Don't use too many leaves. One or two is a great way to go, but more than that will look like you're trying too hard.

Only have a few kinds of leaves. You don't want your nail design cluttered with many leaves.

Don't make your leaves too big. A leaf is a small, delicate thing—don't make it look like a tree! If your leaves are too large, they'll look out of place and awkward.

Practice on a fake nail or paper first before attempting on your actual nails.

Remember to seal the design with a top coat to ensure long-lasting wear.

The Best Leaf Nail Art Ideas

Nail Design and Art / Leaf Nails
Luxury Black and Gold Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4315
Luxury Black and Gold Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4315

Versace Short Nails | Branded Nails - NB4271
Versace Short Nails | Branded Nails - NB4271

Cute Burberry French Nails Design | Branded Nails - NB4236
Cute Burberry French Nails Design | Branded Nails - NB4236

Burberry Nail Art for Fall | Branded Nails - NB4231
Burberry Nail Art for Fall | Branded Nails - NB4231

Ivy-inspired Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4188
Ivy-inspired Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4188

Glossy Nails with Minimal Garden Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4185
Glossy Nails with Minimal Garden Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4185

Nature-inspired Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4184
Nature-inspired Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4184

Embellished Nude Nails with Garden Design | Spring Nails - NB4183
Embellished Nude Nails with Garden Design | Spring Nails - NB4183

Shimmery Garden Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4180
Shimmery Garden Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4180

Pale Pink Garden Nails with Shimmer Design | Spring Nails - NB4179
Pale Pink Garden Nails with Shimmer Design | Spring Nails - NB4179

Rose Gold Accents for White Nails | Foil Nails - NB4150
Rose Gold Accents for White Nails | Foil Nails - NB4150

Rose Gold Chrome and Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4149
Rose Gold Chrome and Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4149

Baby Blue Nails with Rose Gold Accents | Foil Nails - NB4146
Baby Blue Nails with Rose Gold Accents | Foil Nails - NB4146

Rose Gold Nails with Blue Accents | Foil Nails - NB4143
Rose Gold Nails with Blue Accents | Foil Nails - NB4143

White and Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4141
White and Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4141

Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4138
Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4138

Short Nails Rose Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4136
Short Nails Rose Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4136

Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4123
Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4123

Ballerina Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4120
Ballerina Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4120

Blood Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4117
Blood Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4117

Red and White Nails | Foil Nails - NB4116
Red and White Nails | Foil Nails - NB4116

Red and White Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4114
Red and White Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4114

Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4113
Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4113

Glossy Red Nails with Foil Accents | Foil Nails - NB4111
Glossy Red Nails with Foil Accents | Foil Nails - NB4111

Neutral Nails Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4110
Neutral Nails Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4110

Gold Foil Design on Nude Nails | Foil Nails - NB4109
Gold Foil Design on Nude Nails | Foil Nails - NB4109

Short Nude Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4106
Short Nude Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4106

Elegant Blue and Gold Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4101
Elegant Blue and Gold Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4101

Foil and Chrome Design on Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4097
Foil and Chrome Design on Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4097

Luxury Navy Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4095
Luxury Navy Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4095

Pink Nails Foil and Chrome Design | Foil Nails - NB4092
Pink Nails Foil and Chrome Design | Foil Nails - NB4092

Gold Foil Design on Glossy Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4091
Gold Foil Design on Glossy Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4091

Gold Foil French Mani | Foil Nails - NB4090
Gold Foil French Mani | Foil Nails - NB4090

Pink Nails Reverse French Design | Foil Nails - NB4089
Pink Nails Reverse French Design | Foil Nails - NB4089

Luxury Pink Nails with Chrome Tips | Foil Nails - NB4088
Luxury Pink Nails with Chrome Tips | Foil Nails - NB4088

Embellished Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4087
Embellished Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4087

Luxury Pink Nails with Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4086
Luxury Pink Nails with Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4086

Gold Micro French Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4085
Gold Micro French Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4085

Classy Pink Nails with leaves | Foil Nails - NB4084
Classy Pink Nails with leaves | Foil Nails - NB4084

Short Pink Nails with Foil Accents | Foil Nails - NB4083
Short Pink Nails with Foil Accents | Foil Nails - NB4083

Elegant X Long Blue Nails | Foil Nail Art - NB4074
Elegant X Long Blue Nails | Foil Nail Art - NB4074

Rose Gold and Blue Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4072
Rose Gold and Blue Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4072

Black and Nude Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4060
Black and Nude Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4060

Gold and Black Foils Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4058
Gold and Black Foils Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4058

Nails with Black Foil Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4057
Nails with Black Foil Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4057

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What do you think about incorporating leaf motifs into your next manicure?
Emily Anderson
April 3, 2024, 07:49

I'm totally thrilled about incorporating leaf motifs into my next manicure! It's such a beautiful and refreshing way to welcome spring. I envision lush green leaves dancing across my nails, creating a stunning botanical-inspired look. I can't wait to flaunt this green nail art for spring!