Neumorphism Generator

Create soft UI shadow effects with the neumorphic design style

What is Neumorphism?

Neumorphism (or "Soft UI") is a design aesthetic that combines flat design with subtle 3D effects using soft shadows. Elements appear to extrude from or push into the background, creating a tactile, almost physical feel.

This generator creates neumorphic effects using CSS box-shadow. The technique uses two shadows—one light and one dark—to simulate how light falls on raised or recessed surfaces.

Neumorphic Shapes

Flat

Standard raised element with outer shadows.

Concave

Curved inward with gradient darkening toward center.

Convex

Curved outward with gradient brightening toward center.

Pressed

Inset shadows for buttons or active states.

Design Tips

  • Use muted colors: Neumorphism works best with soft, desaturated backgrounds.
  • Match element to background: The element color should be similar to the background.
  • Consider accessibility: Low contrast can be hard for users with visual impairments.
  • Use sparingly: Too many neumorphic elements can look overwhelming.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is neumorphism accessible?

It can be challenging. The soft shadows create low contrast. Always pair with other visual cues like icons or text.

Does neumorphism work on dark backgrounds?

Yes, but it's trickier. You need to adjust shadow colors. Dark neumorphism uses lighter shadows on top-left and darker on bottom-right.