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32 Small But Stunning Finger Tattoo Designs For Every Style

Hailey Bieber-core.

Isabelle Lichtenstein

Published on February 20, 2026 07:00AM

Hailey Bieber showing off her finger tattoos. — @nailsbyzola / Instagram

Up until recently, finger tattoos weren’t necessarily the most mainstream, but with celebrities’ stamp of approval and the fact that they’re completely customizable, we’ve seen them grow in popularity. Finger tattoos are able to be inked in almost any style—meaning you can opt for a design that suits your own personal vibe. Plus, lots of people opt for ring finger tattoos as a form of permanent “jewelry” or in lieu of a physical wedding ring.

Make no mistake, though; even if you go for a more minimal feel, a finger tattoo makes a statement thanks to its visibility. Whether the impact is major or minor is based on the details of your design—including size, placement, and pigment—and the style it’s inked in.

Your fingers are one of the more painful places to get tatted due to both a lack of muscle and fat between skin and bone and that area having a lot of nerves. Unlike some placements, though, the pain is not a one-time experience; finger tattoos need regular touch-ups because our everyday actions tend to make the ink fade more easily. For those who are ready for a personalized and statement-making piece of ink, here are 32 amazing ideas for your next finger tattoo.

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Hyper-Colorful Designs

hand with different colorful tattoos on each fin ger — @me_but_you_ / Instagram

At first glance, these hyper-colorful finger tattoos look like rudimentary shapes, but they’re actually based on real-life symbols, like a rainbow and a watermelon. We love the use of a different design on each finger.

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Vine

This creeping vine moves from the wrist down the pointer finger and extends on to the middle finger. It’s a simple and elegant black design that almost serves as a piece of jewelry.

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Birth Year

Represent your birth year with this innovative take on a classic tattoo. Rather than keeping the numbers relegated to one digit, this inking puts one number on each finger, for a nod to ’98 that isn’t too obvious.

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Fine Line Variations

woman's hand with green french manicure and fine line tattoos on fingers — @karl_thetattoo_plug / Instagram

We love the contrast of a colorful manicure and minimalist, fine-line tattoos. Here, each finger gets a different design, ranging from a cross to a vine wrapped around an index finger.

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Bands

woman's hand with band tattoos around two fingers — @fredpokes / Instagram

Rather than just one wedding ring-style band tattoo, this design utilizes two very thin bands and a myriad of designs mixed in, for a bold but still simple look.

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Ribbon

For a minimal but not boring tattoo, a small ribbon wrapped around the finger is a delicate touch. A bit of color, like this red, will make it pop even more.

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Airplane

Make a small design look crisp and smooth by using only black ink. By filling in the image—like the plane here—you’re able to focus on the details of the shape without overwhelming it.

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Beyoncé’s Simple Dots

Finger Tattoos for Women BeyoncÃ© Dots — @beyonce/Instagram

Keep it minimalist with a series of simple dots, perhaps one for each sibling or child that you have.

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Minimalist Stars

hand with minimalist star and moon tattoos on fingers — @lucie.tattoo / Instagram

If you want a more whimsical feel for your finger tattoo, go basic black and minimalist, like this collection of stars and a crescent moon.

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Botanic

A minimal finger tattoo doesn’t have to be small; this design is spread out and the empty space gives it an airy feel. Using only outlining and connecting it to more art on the wrist makes a statement without being in your face.

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Moon

Close up of hand with lots of little finger tattoos — @witchchiktattoo / Instagram

Moon tattoos hold a lot of meaning and make a great idea for a finger design. Inking the moon with just outlining (as seen on the middle finger above) also keeps it feeling light and dainty.

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Hypnotic Swirls

A set of finger tattoos including a swirl. — @humblebeetattoo / Instagram

Okay, the swirl is on the wrist here. But it compliments the pretty finger tattoos so well that it deserves a spot on the list.

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Letters

Single letters are a great idea for the finger because there are so many placement and size options. You can also ink the design in a number of different styles to make it more personal.

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Initials

Get your own (or a loved one’s) initials tattooed delicately in a script font.

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Heart

Hearts make great finger tattoos because they can be any size and remain recognizable. Placing it on the underside of the finger gives it a more surprising and intimate feel.

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Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

Finger Tattoos for Women Zoe Kravitz Crescent Moon and Star — @_dr_woo_ / Instagram

Kravitz’s moon and star finger tattoos complement each other perfectly.

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Laurel Wreath

Laurel wreaths are popular tattoo designs, but they don’t need too much space. They’re easily adaptable should you want one inked on your finger. The thin leaves and lines create a crisp image, here.

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Flower

There are lots of different floral designs to choose from like this unexpected doodle version. The movement pairs great with the placement, and you can ink them in any style.

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Rihanna’s “Shhh”

Finger Tattoos for Women Shhh Rihanna — @badgalriri / Instagram

You’ll never have to (verbally) put someone in their place with this tattoo.

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Flame

Make more of an impact with a flame design. The length of the finger means you have space to show movement in the flames as well.

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Star-Crossed

Finger Tattoos for Women Star — @_bodysoul / Instagram

Is it a glittering star or a cross with a star at the center? You decide which meaning is more important to you.

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Scribble

Small scribbles or abstract designs are easily designed for the finger due to their innate versatile nature. Make the lines crisp for impact or soft for aesthetics.

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Cherry

Use bright colors in an outline-only design to make an impact without taking up too much space. Placing it on the bottom of the inner finger keeps it hidden and intimate.

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Eye

Close up of finger with eye tattoos — @zo_sous_ta_peau_tattoo / Instagram

Using the side of a finger gives you more room lengthwise to play with design and placement. This ink uses the extra room as negative space for a minimal feel.

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Starbursts

Finger Tattoos for Women Starburst — @tinypokesx/Instagram

Starbursts and line art explosions can spread across the fingers for a statement-making design. Use black ink for a bold look or colored ink for more whimsy—whichever you prefer.

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Butterfly

Butterflies make for great finger tattoos because of their ability to be intricate or basic. While this design is complex, using only black ink keeps it from feeling overwhelming.

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Written Ring

For something more unique than just getting numbers or letters inked, wrap the design around your finger like a ring. Use color for certain symbols to make them pop.

28of 32

Exaggerated Flower

Finger Tattoos for Women Flower — @sally_coil/Instagram

Because flowers grow and fingers are long, you can add whimsy to a design by exaggerating the features in the space. Keep the base design simple so as not to overcomplicate it.

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Abstract Line

abstract tattoo on hand and fingers — @cy_pain.t / Instagram

Because abstract designs can use so many different elements, they can be customized to fit the space and your style. Keep the elements basic to create a crisp tattoo.

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Flowing Florals

Close up of floral tattoos on hand — @dopeartdarkskin / Instagram

For impactful florals, have the design stretch across multiple fingers. Using a medium black outline keeps it feeling light despite its size.

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Torso Time

A finger tattoo of a torso. — @little.tattoos / Instagram

As Instagram account @little.tattoos wrote, “A tiny ring over this tattoo would look like a waist chain.” So fun.

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Amor Fati

“Amor fati” means to love your fate. And our fate just might be copying this design.

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32 Small But Stunning Finger Tattoo Designs For Every Style

Hailey Bieber-core.

Isabelle Lichtenstein

Published on February 20, 2026 07:00AM

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Hyper-Colorful Designs

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Vine

This creeping vine moves from the wrist down the pointer finger and extends on to the middle finger. It’s a simple and elegant black design that almost serves as a piece of jewelry.

03of 32

Birth Year

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Fine Line Variations

We love the contrast of a colorful manicure and minimalist, fine-line tattoos. Here, each finger gets a different design, ranging from a cross to a vine wrapped around an index finger.

05of 32

Bands

Rather than just one wedding ring-style band tattoo, this design utilizes two very thin bands and a myriad of designs mixed in, for a bold but still simple look.

06of 32

Ribbon

For a minimal but not boring tattoo, a small ribbon wrapped around the finger is a delicate touch. A bit of color, like this red, will make it pop even more.

07of 32

Airplane

Make a small design look crisp and smooth by using only black ink. By filling in the image—like the plane here—you’re able to focus on the details of the shape without overwhelming it.

08of 32

Beyoncé’s Simple Dots

Keep it minimalist with a series of simple dots, perhaps one for each sibling or child that you have.

09of 32

Minimalist Stars

If you want a more whimsical feel for your finger tattoo, go basic black and minimalist, like this collection of stars and a crescent moon.

10of 32

Botanic

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Moon

Moon tattoos hold a lot of meaning and make a great idea for a finger design. Inking the moon with just outlining (as seen on the middle finger above) also keeps it feeling light and dainty.

12of 32

Hypnotic Swirls

Okay, the swirl is on the wrist here. But it compliments the pretty finger tattoos so well that it deserves a spot on the list.

13of 32

Letters

Single letters are a great idea for the finger because there are so many placement and size options. You can also ink the design in a number of different styles to make it more personal.

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Initials

Get your own (or a loved one’s) initials tattooed delicately in a script font.

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Heart

Hearts make great finger tattoos because they can be any size and remain recognizable. Placing it on the underside of the finger gives it a more surprising and intimate feel.

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Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

Kravitz’s moon and star finger tattoos complement each other perfectly.

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Laurel Wreath

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Flower

There are lots of different floral designs to choose from like this unexpected doodle version. The movement pairs great with the placement, and you can ink them in any style.

19of 32

Rihanna’s “Shhh”

You’ll never have to (verbally) put someone in their place with this tattoo.

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Flame

Make more of an impact with a flame design. The length of the finger means you have space to show movement in the flames as well.

21of 32

Star-Crossed

Is it a glittering star or a cross with a star at the center? You decide which meaning is more important to you.

22of 32

Scribble

Small scribbles or abstract designs are easily designed for the finger due to their innate versatile nature. Make the lines crisp for impact or soft for aesthetics.

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Cherry

Use bright colors in an outline-only design to make an impact without taking up too much space. Placing it on the bottom of the inner finger keeps it hidden and intimate.

24of 32

Eye

Using the side of a finger gives you more room lengthwise to play with design and placement. This ink uses the extra room as negative space for a minimal feel.

25of 32

Starbursts

Starbursts and line art explosions can spread across the fingers for a statement-making design. Use black ink for a bold look or colored ink for more whimsy—whichever you prefer.

26of 32

Butterfly

Butterflies make for great finger tattoos because of their ability to be intricate or basic. While this design is complex, using only black ink keeps it from feeling overwhelming.

27of 32

Written Ring

For something more unique than just getting numbers or letters inked, wrap the design around your finger like a ring. Use color for certain symbols to make them pop.

28of 32

Exaggerated Flower

Because flowers grow and fingers are long, you can add whimsy to a design by exaggerating the features in the space. Keep the base design simple so as not to overcomplicate it.

29of 32

Abstract Line

Because abstract designs can use so many different elements, they can be customized to fit the space and your style. Keep the elements basic to create a crisp tattoo.

30of 32

Flowing Florals

For impactful florals, have the design stretch across multiple fingers. Using a medium black outline keeps it feeling light despite its size.

31of 32

Torso Time

As Instagram account @little.tattoos wrote, “A tiny ring over this tattoo would look like a waist chain.” So fun.

32of 32

Amor Fati

“Amor fati” means to love your fate. And our fate just might be copying this design.

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01of 32

Hyper-Colorful Designs

02of 32

Vine

This creeping vine moves from the wrist down the pointer finger and extends on to the middle finger. It’s a simple and elegant black design that almost serves as a piece of jewelry.

03of 32

Birth Year

04of 32

Fine Line Variations

We love the contrast of a colorful manicure and minimalist, fine-line tattoos. Here, each finger gets a different design, ranging from a cross to a vine wrapped around an index finger.

05of 32

Bands

Rather than just one wedding ring-style band tattoo, this design utilizes two very thin bands and a myriad of designs mixed in, for a bold but still simple look.

06of 32

Ribbon

For a minimal but not boring tattoo, a small ribbon wrapped around the finger is a delicate touch. A bit of color, like this red, will make it pop even more.

07of 32

Airplane

Make a small design look crisp and smooth by using only black ink. By filling in the image—like the plane here—you’re able to focus on the details of the shape without overwhelming it.

08of 32

Beyoncé’s Simple Dots

Keep it minimalist with a series of simple dots, perhaps one for each sibling or child that you have.

09of 32

Minimalist Stars

If you want a more whimsical feel for your finger tattoo, go basic black and minimalist, like this collection of stars and a crescent moon.

10of 32

Botanic

11of 32

Moon

Moon tattoos hold a lot of meaning and make a great idea for a finger design. Inking the moon with just outlining (as seen on the middle finger above) also keeps it feeling light and dainty.

12of 32

Hypnotic Swirls

Okay, the swirl is on the wrist here. But it compliments the pretty finger tattoos so well that it deserves a spot on the list.

13of 32

Letters

Single letters are a great idea for the finger because there are so many placement and size options. You can also ink the design in a number of different styles to make it more personal.

14of 32

Initials

Get your own (or a loved one’s) initials tattooed delicately in a script font.

15of 32

Heart

Hearts make great finger tattoos because they can be any size and remain recognizable. Placing it on the underside of the finger gives it a more surprising and intimate feel.

16of 32

Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

Kravitz’s moon and star finger tattoos complement each other perfectly.

17of 32

Laurel Wreath

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Flower

There are lots of different floral designs to choose from like this unexpected doodle version. The movement pairs great with the placement, and you can ink them in any style.

19of 32

Rihanna’s “Shhh”

You’ll never have to (verbally) put someone in their place with this tattoo.

20of 32

Flame

Make more of an impact with a flame design. The length of the finger means you have space to show movement in the flames as well.

21of 32

Star-Crossed

Is it a glittering star or a cross with a star at the center? You decide which meaning is more important to you.

22of 32

Scribble

Small scribbles or abstract designs are easily designed for the finger due to their innate versatile nature. Make the lines crisp for impact or soft for aesthetics.

23of 32

Cherry

Use bright colors in an outline-only design to make an impact without taking up too much space. Placing it on the bottom of the inner finger keeps it hidden and intimate.

24of 32

Eye

Using the side of a finger gives you more room lengthwise to play with design and placement. This ink uses the extra room as negative space for a minimal feel.

25of 32

Starbursts

Starbursts and line art explosions can spread across the fingers for a statement-making design. Use black ink for a bold look or colored ink for more whimsy—whichever you prefer.

26of 32

Butterfly

Butterflies make for great finger tattoos because of their ability to be intricate or basic. While this design is complex, using only black ink keeps it from feeling overwhelming.

27of 32

Written Ring

For something more unique than just getting numbers or letters inked, wrap the design around your finger like a ring. Use color for certain symbols to make them pop.

28of 32

Exaggerated Flower

Because flowers grow and fingers are long, you can add whimsy to a design by exaggerating the features in the space. Keep the base design simple so as not to overcomplicate it.

29of 32

Abstract Line

Because abstract designs can use so many different elements, they can be customized to fit the space and your style. Keep the elements basic to create a crisp tattoo.

30of 32

Flowing Florals

For impactful florals, have the design stretch across multiple fingers. Using a medium black outline keeps it feeling light despite its size.

31of 32

Torso Time

As Instagram account @little.tattoos wrote, “A tiny ring over this tattoo would look like a waist chain.” So fun.

32of 32

Amor Fati

“Amor fati” means to love your fate. And our fate just might be copying this design.

01of 32

Hyper-Colorful Designs

02of 32

Vine

This creeping vine moves from the wrist down the pointer finger and extends on to the middle finger. It’s a simple and elegant black design that almost serves as a piece of jewelry.

03of 32

Birth Year

04of 32

Fine Line Variations

We love the contrast of a colorful manicure and minimalist, fine-line tattoos. Here, each finger gets a different design, ranging from a cross to a vine wrapped around an index finger.

05of 32

Bands

Rather than just one wedding ring-style band tattoo, this design utilizes two very thin bands and a myriad of designs mixed in, for a bold but still simple look.

06of 32

Ribbon

For a minimal but not boring tattoo, a small ribbon wrapped around the finger is a delicate touch. A bit of color, like this red, will make it pop even more.

07of 32

Airplane

Make a small design look crisp and smooth by using only black ink. By filling in the image—like the plane here—you’re able to focus on the details of the shape without overwhelming it.

08of 32

Beyoncé’s Simple Dots

Keep it minimalist with a series of simple dots, perhaps one for each sibling or child that you have.

09of 32

Minimalist Stars

If you want a more whimsical feel for your finger tattoo, go basic black and minimalist, like this collection of stars and a crescent moon.

10of 32

Botanic

11of 32

Moon

Moon tattoos hold a lot of meaning and make a great idea for a finger design. Inking the moon with just outlining (as seen on the middle finger above) also keeps it feeling light and dainty.

12of 32

Hypnotic Swirls

Okay, the swirl is on the wrist here. But it compliments the pretty finger tattoos so well that it deserves a spot on the list.

13of 32

Letters

Single letters are a great idea for the finger because there are so many placement and size options. You can also ink the design in a number of different styles to make it more personal.

14of 32

Initials

Get your own (or a loved one’s) initials tattooed delicately in a script font.

15of 32

Heart

Hearts make great finger tattoos because they can be any size and remain recognizable. Placing it on the underside of the finger gives it a more surprising and intimate feel.

16of 32

Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

Kravitz’s moon and star finger tattoos complement each other perfectly.

17of 32

Laurel Wreath

18of 32

Flower

There are lots of different floral designs to choose from like this unexpected doodle version. The movement pairs great with the placement, and you can ink them in any style.

19of 32

Rihanna’s “Shhh”

You’ll never have to (verbally) put someone in their place with this tattoo.

20of 32

Flame

Make more of an impact with a flame design. The length of the finger means you have space to show movement in the flames as well.

21of 32

Star-Crossed

Is it a glittering star or a cross with a star at the center? You decide which meaning is more important to you.

22of 32

Scribble

Small scribbles or abstract designs are easily designed for the finger due to their innate versatile nature. Make the lines crisp for impact or soft for aesthetics.

23of 32

Cherry

Use bright colors in an outline-only design to make an impact without taking up too much space. Placing it on the bottom of the inner finger keeps it hidden and intimate.

24of 32

Eye

Using the side of a finger gives you more room lengthwise to play with design and placement. This ink uses the extra room as negative space for a minimal feel.

25of 32

Starbursts

Starbursts and line art explosions can spread across the fingers for a statement-making design. Use black ink for a bold look or colored ink for more whimsy—whichever you prefer.

26of 32

Butterfly

Butterflies make for great finger tattoos because of their ability to be intricate or basic. While this design is complex, using only black ink keeps it from feeling overwhelming.

27of 32

Written Ring

For something more unique than just getting numbers or letters inked, wrap the design around your finger like a ring. Use color for certain symbols to make them pop.

28of 32

Exaggerated Flower

Because flowers grow and fingers are long, you can add whimsy to a design by exaggerating the features in the space. Keep the base design simple so as not to overcomplicate it.

29of 32

Abstract Line

Because abstract designs can use so many different elements, they can be customized to fit the space and your style. Keep the elements basic to create a crisp tattoo.

30of 32

Flowing Florals

For impactful florals, have the design stretch across multiple fingers. Using a medium black outline keeps it feeling light despite its size.

31of 32

Torso Time

As Instagram account @little.tattoos wrote, “A tiny ring over this tattoo would look like a waist chain.” So fun.

32of 32

Amor Fati

“Amor fati” means to love your fate. And our fate just might be copying this design.

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32 Small But Stunning Finger Tattoo Designs For Every Style

32 Small But Stunning Finger Tattoo Designs For Every Style

Hyper-Colorful Designs

Vine

Birth Year

Fine Line Variations

Bands

Ribbon

Airplane

Beyoncé’s Simple Dots

Minimalist Stars

Botanic

Moon

Hypnotic Swirls

Letters

Initials

Heart

Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

Laurel Wreath

Flower

Rihanna’s “Shhh”

Flame

Star-Crossed

Scribble

Cherry

Eye

Starbursts

Butterfly

Written Ring

Exaggerated Flower

Abstract Line

Flowing Florals

Torso Time

Amor Fati

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Airplane

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Initials

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Zoë Kravitz’s Crescent Moon (and Star)

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