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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

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

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

Work Pink Nails | Professional Nails - NB2987
Work Pink Nails | Professional Nails - NB2987

Pink and Blue Summer Nails with a Neon Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4835
Pink and Blue Summer Nails with a Neon Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4835

Minimalist Portrait Nails
Minimalist Portrait Nails

Pauletta.nails

Ombre Nails with Simple Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1445
Ombre Nails with Simple Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1445

Simple White Snow Nails Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6392
Simple White Snow Nails Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6392

Peach Fuzz and Green Nails with Bamboo Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2140
Peach Fuzz and Green Nails with Bamboo Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2140

Long Leaf Nails

Blue Tropical Leaf  with Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-608
Blue Tropical Leaf with Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-608

Jeweled Boho Chic Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D21
Jeweled Boho Chic Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D21

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

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

Glossy Tropical Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1540
Glossy Tropical Fern Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1540

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

Cdanails

Clear Blooming Manicure
Clear Blooming Manicure

Sylwia_nailss

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Short Leaf Nails

Minimal French with Holly Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1645
Minimal French with Holly Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1645

Watercolor Floral Design Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2236
Watercolor Floral Design Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2236

Chrome Line Design for Nude Nails | Line Art Nails - NB4578
Chrome Line Design for Nude Nails | Line Art Nails - NB4578

Watercolor Floral Design Short Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2257
Watercolor Floral Design Short Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2257

Cute Minimal Nails Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3745
Cute Minimal Nails Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3745

Matte Simple Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1647
Matte Simple Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1647

Cute Pumpkin Design for Short Pink Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6210
Cute Pumpkin Design for Short Pink Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6210

Maple Leaf Nail Designs

Ombre Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1521
Ombre Maple Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1521

Ombre Nails with Gradient Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1513
Ombre Nails with Gradient Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1513

Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508

Glitter Rose Gold Maple Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1514
Glitter Rose Gold Maple Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1514

Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767
Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767

Bright Nails with a Fall Leaves and Glitter Outline | Fall Nails - NB5765
Bright Nails with a Fall Leaves and Glitter Outline | Fall Nails - NB5765

Glitter French Tips with Maple Leaves Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1501
Glitter French Tips with Maple Leaves Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1501

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

Gold Leaf for Nails

New Year Black and Gold Nails Design with Glitter | 2024 Nails - NB3704
New Year Black and Gold Nails Design with Glitter | 2024 Nails - NB3704

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4-leaf Clover Nails

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

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

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

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

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

4-Leaf Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1461
4-Leaf Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1461

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

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

Fern Leaves Nail Designs

Tropical Leaf & Leopard Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-222
Tropical Leaf & Leopard Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-222

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

Tropical Parrots Floral Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-499
Tropical Parrots Floral Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-499

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

Tropical Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-126
Tropical Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-126

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

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

Tropical Animal Print Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-231
Tropical Animal Print Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-231

Olive Leaf Nail Designs

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

Ombre Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1622
Ombre Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1622

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

Boho Wedding Olive Leaf Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-464
Boho Wedding Olive Leaf Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-464

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

Green and Nude Ombre Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1601
Green and Nude Ombre Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1601

Olive Branch Ombre Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1631
Olive Branch Ombre Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1631

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

Holly Leaf Nail Designs

Snowman Nails with Foils | Christmas | Winter - NB1303
Snowman Nails with Foils | Christmas | Winter - NB1303

Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314
Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314

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

Snowman Matte and Glitter Nail Design| Christmas | Winter - NB1305
Snowman Matte and Glitter Nail Design| Christmas | Winter - NB1305

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Green New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3753
Green New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3753

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

Snowman in a Snowy Day Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1309
Snowman in a Snowy Day Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1309

Leaf Toe Nail Designs

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

Leaf Design for Toenails
Leaf Design for Toenails

Ego_alinkha

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

Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453
Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453

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

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

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

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

Fall Leaves Nail Art

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1191
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1191

Fall Season Nails Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6336
Fall Season Nails Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6336

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1197
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1197

Almond Burnt Orange Autumn Nails with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5518
Almond Burnt Orange Autumn Nails with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5518

Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767
Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767

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

Gold Foil Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1175
Gold Foil Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1175

Glitter Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1064
Glitter Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1064

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
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

French Manicure Acorn Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6264
French Manicure Acorn Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6264

Almond Autumn Nails
Almond Autumn Nails

Project_paznokcie

Classy Red and Peach Fuzz Nails | Holiday Nails - NB3789
Classy Red and Peach Fuzz Nails | Holiday Nails - NB3789

Peach Fuzz Glitter Nails with Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1670
Peach Fuzz Glitter Nails with Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1670

Almond Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails for Wedding | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1676
Almond Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails for Wedding | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1676

Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails for Wedding | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1674
Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails for Wedding | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1674

Leaf Charms on Peach Fuzz Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1669
Leaf Charms on Peach Fuzz Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1669

Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails with Glitter Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1666
Peach Fuzz Leaf Nails with Glitter Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1666

Funny Bunny
Funny Bunny

Klamaja

Geometric and Sugar Nail Designs
Geometric and Sugar Nail Designs

Matuszewsk.a

Fall-inspired Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6315
Fall-inspired Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6315

Coral Nails with Accent Chevron Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-563
Coral Nails with Accent Chevron Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-563

Woman with Flower Crown Line Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2450
Woman with Flower Crown Line Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2450

Orange Nails with Leaf Design
Orange Nails with Leaf Design

Pauletta.nails

Warm Autumn Nails in Rust Color with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5759
Warm Autumn Nails in Rust Color with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5759

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

Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767
Glitter Rustic Nails Fall Leaf Design | Fall Nails - NB5767

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

Nails Painted in Pumpkin Trailing Vine Plant | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6222
Nails Painted in Pumpkin Trailing Vine Plant | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6222

Rustic Nails Design with Autumn Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5762
Rustic Nails Design with Autumn Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5762

Almond Burnt Orange Autumn Nails with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5518
Almond Burnt Orange Autumn Nails with Leaves | Fall Nails - NB5518

Classy Ombre Nails for Fall | Classy Autumn Nails - NB6341
Classy Ombre Nails for Fall | Classy Autumn Nails - NB6341

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

Sophisticated Pumpkin Nail Art | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6219
Sophisticated Pumpkin Nail Art | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6219

Nude Leaf Nails for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1435
Nude Leaf Nails for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1435

Classy Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1638
Classy Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1638

Foliage Accent Nails for Job Day | Professional Nails - NB3046
Foliage Accent Nails for Job Day | Professional Nails - NB3046

Double French Nails with Rainbow Heart Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2079
Double French Nails with Rainbow Heart Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2079

Simple Outline Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1460
Simple Outline Leaves Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1460

Ballerina Sunflower Nails for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5281
Ballerina Sunflower Nails for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5281

Foliage Accent Nail Design for Bureau | Professional Nails - NB3043
Foliage Accent Nail Design for Bureau | Professional Nails - NB3043

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

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1179
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1179

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1192
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1192

Harvest Season Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1085
Harvest Season Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1085

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

Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314
Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314

Nature-inspired French Nails Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3032
Nature-inspired French Nails Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3032

French Nails with Gold Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1455
French Nails with Gold Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1455

Boho Wedding Olive Leaf Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-464
Boho Wedding Olive Leaf Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-464

Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650
Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650

Boho Wedding Luxury Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-484
Boho Wedding Luxury Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-484

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!