What Color is Inchworm
Inchworm is a vibrant yellow-green that embodies the spirit of new growth and digital energy. Introduced famously by Crayola, this shade sits comfortably between chartreuse and lime. It projects a synthetic glow that feels modern and unapologetically loud.
What color is opposite Inchworm?
The opposite color to Inchworm is Purple Heart (#985fec).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Yellow-Green
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #985FEC
- Brightness: 202/255
- Saturation: 61%
Colors That Pair Well With Inchworm
Complementary
Pair with Purple Heart for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Purple for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Inchworm History
While green pigments have existed since antiquity, this specific high-intensity shade is a product of modern chemistry. Historic greens like Scheele’s Green were often toxic, but the mid-20th century introduced stable organic pigments that allowed for such electric hues without the danger of arsenic.
Culturally, this color gained traction during the psychedelic era of the 1960s and the neon-obsessed 1980s. However, it was formally immortalized as "Inchworm" by Crayola in 2003, cementing its status as a staple of childhood creativity and the Y2K aesthetic.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, Inchworm stimulates high arousal and mental activity. It is inherently playful, often associated with children’s toys and cartoons, yet it can trigger anxiety if used in large doses due to its intense visual vibration.
In cultural contexts, it holds a dual meaning of fresh revival and artificial toxicity. It represents the "start" of something, like a seedling, but also mimics the warning colors found in radioactive signage or poisonous animals.
In Nature
Despite its neon appearance, this specific hue appears vividly in nature, most notably on the larvae of Geometer moths. It is the color of new shoots pushing through dark soil and the skin of certain tropical frogs. It also mimics the eerie glow of bioluminescence found in deep-sea creatures or fireflies.
How To Use Inchworm
In design, Inchworm functions best as a high-impact accent rather than a primary background. It is highly effective for digital buttons or highlighting key information because it naturally draws the eye immediately.
Strict accessibility standards must be met when using this color; it has very poor contrast against white. Always pair it with dark neutrals like charcoal or navy to ensure legibility and prevent user eye strain.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Cyber Slime
A high-contrast digital aesthetic inspired by Y2K interfaces and glitch art.
Garden Floor
Grounded earth tones allowing the Inchworm green to act as the highlight of new life.
Citrus Punch
An energetic, analogous palette utilizing neighboring warm and cool tones.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #B2EC5D;
color: rgb(178, 236, 93);
background-color: #B2EC5D;
border: 3px solid #B2EC5D;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #B2EC5D66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #B2EC5D 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Inchworm?
Explore color palettes containing Inchworm and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
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Complementary
Split-complementary
Triadic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Inchworm in CSS?
You can use Inchworm in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.inchworm {
background-color: #B2EC5D;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.