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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

20st Birthday Nude Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5210
20st Birthday Nude Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5210

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

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

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

Mother in Law French Nails| Wedding-NB-D-253
Mother in Law French Nails| Wedding-NB-D-253

Green and White Tips on Peach Fuzz Nails with Micro Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1901
Green and White Tips on Peach Fuzz Nails with Micro Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1901

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

Long Leaf Nails

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

Cute Panda Pastel Nails
Cute Panda Pastel Nails

Fasia.nails

White Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-479
White Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-479

Luxury Black and Silver Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3699
Luxury Black and Silver Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3699

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

Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600
Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600

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

French Nails with Outlined Leaf Design| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1438
French Nails with Outlined Leaf Design| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1438

Short Leaf Nails

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

21st Square Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5192
21st Square Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5192

Leaves on Short Natural Nails
Leaves on Short Natural Nails

Fasia.nails

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

Gold Leaves on Navy Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4103
Gold Leaves on Navy Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4103

Yellow and Green Nails Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2957
Yellow and Green Nails Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2957

Leaves on Pink Nails | Spring Nails - NB4020
Leaves on Pink Nails | Spring Nails - NB4020

Acorns and Golden Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6277
Acorns and Golden Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6277

Maple Leaf Nail Designs

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

Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1199
Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1199

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

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

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

Maple Leaf Pattern Nail Art| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1518
Maple Leaf Pattern Nail Art| Nature-inspired Nails - NB1518

Gold Outlined Maple Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1510
Gold Outlined Maple Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1510

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

Gold Leaf for Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4-leaf Clover Nails

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

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

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

Pink Chrome Nails with Clover Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1580
Pink Chrome Nails with Clover Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1580

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

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

Simple Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1463
Simple Clover Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1463

Fern Leaves Nail Designs

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

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

Tropical Flamingo Glossy Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-134
Tropical Flamingo Glossy Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-134

Tropical Parrots on White Nails with Tulip Nail Art|Tropical-NB-D-504
Tropical Parrots on White Nails with Tulip Nail Art|Tropical-NB-D-504

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

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

Pink Pastel Nails with Fern Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1559
Pink Pastel Nails with Fern Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1559

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

Olive Leaf Nail Designs

Long Ombre Olive Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1610
Long Ombre Olive Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1610

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

Marble Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1614
Marble Olive Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1614

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

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

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

Square Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1602
Square Olive Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1602

Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1626
Olive Branch Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1626

Holly Leaf Nail Designs

Outlined French Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1654
Outlined French Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1654

Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655
Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655

Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684
Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684

Glossy Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1640
Glossy Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1640

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

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

Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1644
Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1644

Pastel Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1658
Pastel Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1658

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

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

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

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

Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1199
Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1199

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

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

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

Fall Leaves Nail Art

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

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1184
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1184

Black and Burgundy Glitter Nails with Leaf Design for a Fall Classy Look | Fall Nails - NB5522
Black and Burgundy Glitter Nails with Leaf Design for a Fall Classy Look | Fall Nails - NB5522

Autumn Leaves Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1149
Autumn Leaves Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1149

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

Glossy Fall Nails with Acorn | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6267
Glossy Fall Nails with Acorn | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6267

Glossy Nails with Fall Leaves Tips | Classy Autumn Nails - NB6339
Glossy Nails with Fall Leaves Tips | Classy Autumn Nails - NB6339

Milk Gel Gradient Fall Nails
Milk Gel Gradient Fall Nails

Dashenkanails

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
Leaf Almond Nails
Leaf Almond Nails

Pauletta.nails

Green and Blue Leaf Nails
Green and Blue Leaf Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Ladybug on Leaves
Ladybug on Leaves

Nails_by_evelyn9

Leaves on Glossy Pink Nails
Leaves on Glossy Pink Nails

Nail_sunny

Leaves on Short Natural Nails
Leaves on Short Natural Nails

Fasia.nails

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Mismatched Leaves
Mismatched Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Leaves Gradient Nails
Leaves Gradient Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Leaves
Winter Leaves

Alexandracojan.trainer

Glossy Leaf Nails
Glossy Leaf Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Elegant Matte Nails Design for Birthday | 18th Birthday Nails - NB6855
Elegant Matte Nails Design for Birthday | 18th Birthday Nails - NB6855

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

Winter Green Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6722
Winter Green Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6722

Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661
Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661

Neutral Nails Foliage Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6645
Neutral Nails Foliage Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6645

Short Pink Nails Design for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6620
Short Pink Nails Design for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6620

Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618
Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618

Snowy Matte Blue Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6614
Snowy Matte Blue Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6614

Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610
Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610

Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605
Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605

Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600
Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600

Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596
Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596

Pink Nails Foliage Design | White Outline Nails - NB6555
Pink Nails Foliage Design | White Outline Nails - NB6555

Nature-inspired Nude Ombre Nails | Nude Ombre Nail Art - NB6548
Nature-inspired Nude Ombre Nails | Nude Ombre Nail Art - NB6548

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

Bright Pink and Rumors Nails Design | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6365
Bright Pink and Rumors Nails Design | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6365

Pumpkin Nails in Bling Style | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6356
Pumpkin Nails in Bling Style | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6356

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

Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352
Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352

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

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

Bling Harvest Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6335
Bling Harvest Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6335

Pumpkin Accent for Autumn Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6334
Pumpkin Accent for Autumn Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6334

Harvest Theme Short Glossy Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6333
Harvest Theme Short Glossy Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6333

Almond Ombre Nails for Autumn | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6330
Almond Ombre Nails for Autumn | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6330

Short Harvest Theme Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6329
Short Harvest Theme Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6329

Clear Autumn Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6323
Clear Autumn Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6323

Fall Black Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6322
Fall Black Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6322

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

Sunny Ombre Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6312
Sunny Ombre Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6312

Fall Theme for Clear Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6311
Fall Theme for Clear Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6311

Pumpkins and Fall leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6310
Pumpkins and Fall leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6310

White Fall Nails Acorn Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6278
White Fall Nails Acorn Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6278

Glossy Fall Nails with Acorn | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6267
Glossy Fall Nails with Acorn | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6267

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!