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Habitual Gradient and Glow
Purple-blue gradients, blurred accents, glass, or glow are added by habit without brand, material, or state meaning.
Anti-patternsContextual
Intent
Make effects earn their presence through product context instead of serving as generic polish.
Checks
- For every effect, name the hierarchy, state, material, or brand purpose it serves.
Warnings
- Effects can reduce contrast, hide content, and make unrelated products look alike.
Exceptions
- An established brand system or expressive game may use these effects intentionally.