Inchworm

HEX: #B2EC5D | Modern Palette

On White
1.40:1
FAIL
On Black
15.05:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#B2EC5D
RGB
178, 236, 93
HSL
84°, 79% ,64%
CMYK
25, 0, 61, 7

About Inchworm

Inchworm (#B2EC5D) is a color with RGB(178, 236, 93) and HSL(84.3°, 79%, 64.5%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Vivid styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #975DEC, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #5DB2EC and #EC5DB2. The name comes from Inchworm (English).

  • HEX: #B2EC5D
  • RGB: 178, 236, 93
  • HSL: 84.3°, 79%, 64.5%
  • Mood: Playful
  • Style: Vivid
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #975DEC
  • Triadic colors: #5DB2EC, #EC5DB2
  • The name comes from Inchworm (English).

Live Components

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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #B2EC5D from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Playful
Style
Vivid
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #DDDD60
Protanopia #E7E75C
Tritanopia #C2E0E0
Achromatopsia #DADADA

Frequently Asked Questions

Inchworm (#B2EC5D) is a color with RGB(178, 236, 93) and HSL(84.3°, 79%, 64.5%).

#B2EC5D pairs strongly with #975DEC as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#B2EC5D is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid styles.

#B2EC5D is commonly associated with Playful.

The name Inchworm is linked to Inchworm from English, meaning A larva of a moth of the family Geometridae, characterized by a looping gait due to having fewer prolegs than most caterpillars..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Inchworm
Meaning A larva of a moth of the family Geometridae, characterized by a looping gait due to having fewer prolegs than most caterpillars.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 18th Century

History

The term 'inchworm' is a descriptive compound word, combining 'inch' (referring to the unit of measurement, alluding to its movement) and 'worm' (a general term for a small, legless or limbless invertebrate, though technically inchworms are insect larvae). The earliest known printed use dates back to 1796 in 'The American Universal Magazine'. The name perfectly captures the distinctive locomotion of these caterpillars, which appear to measure the ground inch by inch as they move by extending their front and then bringing their rear segments forward, creating a loop.

First Recorded Use

1796

Cultural Associations

Inchworms are widely recognized for their unique movement, making them a common subject in children's books and nature observations. They are generally harmless to humans, though some species can be agricultural pests. Their movement has inspired metaphors for slow, deliberate progress. In some cultures, the appearance of an inchworm might be seen as a sign of good luck or a reminder to take things one step at a time.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #B2EC5D;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #B2EC5D;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #B2EC5D;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #B2EC5D,
        #975DEC
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #B2EC5D,
        #975DEC
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$inchworm: #B2EC5D;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$inchworm-r: 178;
$inchworm-g: 236;
$inchworm-b: 93;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $inchworm;
    color: rgba($inchworm-r, $inchworm-g, $inchworm-b, 0.8);
}