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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

Gold Leaves on Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4082
Gold Leaves on Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4082

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

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

Black Nails with Gold Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1586
Black Nails with Gold Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1586

Fall Leaves on Peach Fuzz Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1667
Fall Leaves on Peach Fuzz Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1667

Bright Pink Nails with Leaves
Bright Pink Nails with Leaves

Gallinaz_nail

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

Minimal and Cute 2024 New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3747
Minimal and Cute 2024 New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3747

Long Leaf Nails

Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298
Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298

Embellished LGBTQAI Nail Art Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2068
Embellished LGBTQAI Nail Art Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2068

Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931
Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931

Glossy Encapsulated Maple Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1538
Glossy Encapsulated Maple Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1538

Flower and Leaf on Nude Nails
Flower and Leaf on Nude Nails

Cdanails

Tropical Nails with Fuchsia Flowers | Hawaii Nails - NB4051
Tropical Nails with Fuchsia Flowers | Hawaii Nails - NB4051

Mint Green and Peach Fuzz Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1900
Mint Green and Peach Fuzz Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1900

Short Leaf Nails

Colorful Fern Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1567
Colorful Fern Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1567

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

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

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

Peach Fuzz Nails with Leaf Accent Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1662
Peach Fuzz Nails with Leaf Accent Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1662

Pineapple Tropical Almond Nails
Pineapple Tropical Almond Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Rainbow Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1592
Rainbow Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1592

Abstract Animal Print and Leaf Nails
Abstract Animal Print and Leaf Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Maple Leaf Nail Designs

Rose Gold French Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1531
Rose Gold French Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1531

Brown and White Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1522
Brown and White Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1522

Black Maple Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1512
Black Maple Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1512

Silhouette Maple Leaves on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1528
Silhouette Maple Leaves on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1528

Ombre Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1502
Ombre Maple Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1502

Cinnamon Spice Jelly Nails Leaves Design | Fall Nails - NB5757
Cinnamon Spice Jelly Nails Leaves Design | Fall Nails - NB5757

Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1198
Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1198

Maple Leaves French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1527
Maple Leaves French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1527

Gold Leaf for Nails

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

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

New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3775
New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3775

Gold Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB3317
Gold Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB3317

Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1440
Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1440

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

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

Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583
Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583

4-leaf Clover Nails

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

Chrome Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1589
Chrome Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1589

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

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

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

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

Clover Nails with Butterfly | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1467
Clover Nails with Butterfly | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1467

Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583
Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583

Fern Leaves Nail Designs

Tropical Flamingo Ballerina Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-129
Tropical Flamingo Ballerina Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-129

Tropical Parrots with Green Fern Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-494
Tropical Parrots with Green Fern Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-494

French Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1569
French Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1569

Green Leaf with Tropical Parrots Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-501
Green Leaf with Tropical Parrots Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-501

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

Tropical Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1555
Tropical Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1555

Minimal Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1562
Minimal Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1562

Chrome Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1565
Chrome Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1565

Olive Leaf Nail Designs

Peace Dove with Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1632
Peace Dove with Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1632

Olive Leaf Double French Manicure Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1599
Olive Leaf Double French Manicure Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1599

Short Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1617
Short Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1617

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

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

Peace Dove and Olive Branches Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1634
Peace Dove and Olive Branches Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1634

White Peace Dove with Olive Branch Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1636
White Peace Dove with Olive Branch Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1636

Ombre Chrome Olive Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1630
Ombre Chrome Olive Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1630

Holly Leaf Nail Designs

Ombre Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1646
Ombre Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1646

Red Nails with Snowflakes and Holly Leaves for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3770
Red Nails with Snowflakes and Holly Leaves for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3770

Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780
Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780

Gingerbread Design for Simple Christmas Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6795
Gingerbread Design for Simple Christmas Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6795

Holly Leaf French Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1643
Holly Leaf French Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1643

Grinch Nails with Flower Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2014
Grinch Nails with Flower Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2014

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Leaf Toe Nail Designs

Gradient  Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-103
Gradient Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-103

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

Tropical Flamingo & Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-122
Tropical Flamingo & Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-122

Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614
Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614

Glitter Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1200
Glitter Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1200

Leaf Design for Toenails
Leaf Design for Toenails

Ego_alinkha

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

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

Fall Leaves Nail Art

Burnt Orange Nails with an Autumn Theme and Fall Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5514
Burnt Orange Nails with an Autumn Theme and Fall Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5514

Agenda Shimmer Nails
Agenda Shimmer Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Orange Nails with Leaf Design
Orange Nails with Leaf Design

Pauletta.nails

Fallen Leaves
Fallen Leaves

Gallinaz_nail

Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1098
Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1098

Blue and Brown Fall Theme Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6355
Blue and Brown Fall Theme Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6355

Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1440
Fall Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1440

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
Cute Colorful Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1594
Cute Colorful Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1594

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

Rainbow Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1592
Rainbow Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1592

Hot Pink Chrome Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1590
Hot Pink Chrome Nails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1590

Chrome Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1589
Chrome Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1589

Rainbow Nails with 4-leaf Clover Accent Nail | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1588
Rainbow Nails with 4-leaf Clover Accent Nail | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1588

Pink Chrome 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1587
Pink Chrome 4-leaf Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1587

Black Nails with Gold Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1586
Black Nails with Gold Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1586

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

Colorful Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1584
Colorful Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1584

Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583
Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1583

Glossy Rainbow Nails with 4-leaf Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1582
Glossy Rainbow Nails with 4-leaf Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1582

Black and Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1581
Black and Gold Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1581

Ombre Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1579
Ombre Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1579

Colorful Chrome Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1578
Colorful Chrome Clover Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1578

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

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

Glossy French Fern Nails for Spring | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1575
Glossy French Fern Nails for Spring | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1575

Silver Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1574
Silver Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1574

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

Pink Nails with Colorful Ferns | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1572
Pink Nails with Colorful Ferns | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1572

Chrome Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1571
Chrome Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1571

Colorful Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1570
Colorful Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1570

French Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1569
French Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1569

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

Tropical Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1564
Tropical Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1564

Simple Fern Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1563
Simple Fern Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1563

Minimal Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1562
Minimal Fern Nails with Glitter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1562

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

Cute Polka Dot Design Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1556
Cute Polka Dot Design Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1556

Tropical Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1555
Tropical Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1555

Striped Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1554
Striped Fern Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1554

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

Tropical Fern Nails with Waterfalls | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1547
Tropical Fern Nails with Waterfalls | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1547

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

Pastel Ombre Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1545
Pastel Ombre Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1545

Glitter Fern Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1544
Glitter Fern Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1544

Leopard and Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1543
Leopard and Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1543

Pastel Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1541
Pastel Nails with Fern Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1541

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

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

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

4-leaf Clover Pattern on Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1476
4-leaf Clover Pattern on Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1476

Zig Zag Green Nails with Clover Pattern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1475
Zig Zag Green Nails with Clover Pattern | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1475

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

FAQs:

You may need a few tools: nail polish, tape, a fine brush or striper brush, and a top coat.
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!