This shadow pattern uses layered elevation to create depth cues for interactive surfaces in compact components.
HTML
<div class="shadow-layered">
Elevated Surface
</div>CSS
.shadow-layered {
width: 200px;
padding: 2rem;
border-radius: 16px;
text-align: center;
background: #ffffff;
color: #111827;
box-shadow:
0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.06),
0 10px 24px rgba(0,0,0,0.12);
transition: box-shadow 200ms ease, transform 150ms ease;
}
.shadow-layered:hover {
transform: translateY(-3px);
box-shadow:
0 6px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.08),
0 20px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.18);
}
@media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) {
.shadow-layered {
background: #111827;
color: #e5e7eb;
box-shadow:
0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.4),
0 12px 28px rgba(0,0,0,0.8);
}
}Notes
- Clear elevation hierarchy
- Interactive depth feedback
- Suitable for cards and panels
Preview styles shown. Production customization recommended.
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