What is Glassmorphism?
The Glassmorphism UI trend is a recent shift in user interface (UI) design characterized by a glossy, semi-transparent look that mimics frosted glass. Think of it as peering through a frosty glass window on a cold morning. This trend has been gaining traction in the design world, popping up in applications and websites we use every day.
Glassmorphism can be applied to a variety of UI components, from buttons and menus to overlays and backgrounds. This flexibility is a huge plus for designers who like to experiment and mix things up.
The defining factor of glassmorphism is its "frosted glass" effect. This involves creating a semi-transparent background for elements (like buttons or a menu) which, in turn, slightly blurs the items beneath it.
To fabricate a sense of depth and add that extra bit of realism, designers incorporate multiple layers into their glass UI designs. These frosted-glass elements blur the underlying layers, resulting in an engaging pseudo-3D appearance. To complement these elements, designers use vivid background colors that show through the semi-transparent elements. These colors give a lively and eye-catching quality to the overall glass UI design.