Maximalism Design Reference
Maximalism is an aesthetic philosophy built on the principle "more is more" -- the deliberate embrace of excess, abundance, bold color, dense pattern, and layered ornamentation as a form of self-expression. It directly opposes minimalist restraint. The guiding concept is horror vacui (fear of empty space): every surface, every region of the composition should be filled with pattern, texture, color, or decorative detail. Drawing from historical movements like Baroque, Rococo, Victorian, and Gothic design, Maximalism celebrates visual richness, clashing combinations, emotional intensity, and unapologetic exuberance.
Visual Characteristics
Core Motifs and Patterns
- Dense layered patterns -- multiple prints, textures, and motifs stacked and overlapping simultaneously
- Ornamental excess -- elaborate borders, decorative fills, gilded accents, and embellishments on every surface
- Mixed prints -- florals, geometrics, animal prints, damask, paisley, and abstract patterns combined freely
- Wallpaper-like repetition -- rich repeating surface patterns covering entire backgrounds
- Textile references -- rugs, tapestries, brocade, velvet textures rendered as visual elements
- Metallic accents -- gold, bronze, copper, and chrome used generously for shimmer and opulence
- Sculptural / three-dimensional ornamentation -- elements that appear to project from the surface via shadows and depth
- Mixed historical references -- Baroque scrollwork, Rococo shells, Victorian filigree, Gothic tracery combined eclectically
- Bold graphic elements -- oversized typography, vivid illustrations, saturated photography
- Clutter as composition -- intentional visual density where "empty" space is treated as waste
Design Principles
- Horror vacui -- fill every available space; negative space is the enemy
- More is more -- when in doubt, add another layer, pattern, or decorative element
- Self-expression over restraint -- personal, emotional, eclectic choices over curated minimalism
- Experimentation -- clash colors, mix periods, break conventional rules of harmony
- Controlled chaos -- abundance is intentional, not accidental; compositions should feel exuberant, not sloppy
- Layered depth -- multiple visual planes overlapping, creating dimensional richness
- Exaggerated hierarchy -- dramatically oversized headline text juxtaposed with much smaller body text
- Pattern mixing -- at least 2-3 different patterns visible in any given section
- Saturated color throughout -- no muted, desaturated palettes; everything is vivid and bold
- Eclecticism -- borrow freely from any era, culture, or style; coherence comes from commitment to abundance
Color Palette
Primary Scheme
| Role |
Colors |
| Base / Backgrounds |
Deep jewel tones, saturated darks, or bold vivid backgrounds |
| Primary accents |
Hot magenta, electric teal, burnished gold, vivid emerald |
| Contrast / Energy |
Clashing complementaries and unexpected combinations |
Full Palette
| Color |
Hex (suggested) |
Usage |
| Deep Magenta |
#B60059, #D4145A |
Primary accent, headers, dramatic panels |
| Dark Forest Green |
#00522E, #1B4332 |
Rich backgrounds, contrast panels |
| Golden Yellow |
#D5B800, #D4A017 |
Metallic accents, borders, ornamental highlights |
| Teal / Cyan |
#00A1A1, #05878A |
Vibrant accent, links, secondary highlights |
| Deep Navy |
#06034D, #0A0A3E |
Dark backgrounds, depth layers |
| Ruby Red |
#9B1B30, #C41E3A |
Bold accent, call-to-action, dramatic elements |
| Amethyst Purple |
#5A175D, #7B2D8E |
Rich accent, decorative highlights, gradients |
| Sapphire Blue |
#074E67, #1A5276 |
Cool contrast, information panels |
| Emerald Green |
#006B3C, #00875A |
Lush accent, nature motifs, secondary panels |
| Burnt Orange |
#CC5500, #E07020 |
Warm accent, energy, playful elements |
| Hot Pink |
#FF1493, #FF69B4 |
Pop accents, Gen Z Maximalism variant |
| Ivory / Cream |
#FFF8E7, #FFFFF0 |
Light text on dark backgrounds, relief areas |
| Rich Black |
#0A0A0A, #1A1009 |
Deepest backgrounds, shadow areas |
Suggested CSS Custom Properties
:root {
/* Base */
--max-black: #0a0a0a;
--max-dark-navy: #06034d;
--max-forest: #00522e;
--max-ivory: #fff8e7;
--max-cream: #fffff0;
/* Jewel Tones */
--max-magenta: #b60059;
--max-ruby: #9b1b30;
--max-amethyst: #5a175d;
--max-sapphire: #074e67;
--max-emerald: #006b3c;
--max-teal: #00a1a1;
/* Warm Accents */
--max-gold: #d5b800;
--max-gold-burnished: #d4a017;
--max-orange: #cc5500;
--max-hot-pink: #ff1493;
/* Extended Brights */
--max-electric-blue: #0066ff;
--max-vivid-red: #e60023;
--max-lime: #a4c639;
--max-violet: #8b00ff;
/* Functional */
--max-bg-primary: var(--max-dark-navy);
--max-bg-secondary: var(--max-forest);
--max-bg-accent: var(--max-magenta);
--max-text-primary: var(--max-ivory);
--max-text-accent: var(--max-gold);
--max-border-primary: var(--max-gold);
--max-border-accent: var(--max-teal);
}
Color Approaches
- Jewel tone foundation -- emerald, sapphire, ruby, amethyst as primary palette, inspired by precious stones; creates opulent depth
- Clashing complementaries -- magenta + teal, orange + navy, purple + gold; unexpected pairings that vibrate with energy
- Rainbow saturation -- all hues welcome, saturated to maximum; avoid pastels and muted tones
- Metallic through-line -- gold, bronze, or chrome accents unify otherwise chaotic palettes
- Dark base, vivid overlay -- deep navy or black backgrounds allow jewel tones and brights to pop dramatically
- No color is off-limits -- the only rule is saturation; every color should be turned up to full intensity
Typography
Typeface Characteristics
Maximalist typography features:
- Exaggerated scale contrast -- dramatically oversized display text (headline) juxtaposed with small body text
- Ornate serif display faces -- high-contrast, decorative serifs for impact headings
- Mixed typeface families -- combine serif, sans-serif, script, and display in a single composition
- Decorative / swash capitals -- flourishes, ligatures, and ornamental letterforms
- Bold weights by default -- regular weight is the exception, not the rule
- Layered text effects -- shadows, outlines, gradients, textures applied to type
- Variable sizing -- text at many different scales within the same section
- Pattern-filled or gradient type -- text as a vessel for additional visual information
Recommended Web Fonts (Google Fonts)
| Font |
Style |
Usage |
| Playfair Display |
High-contrast transitional serif |
Display headlines, dramatic titles |
| Abril Fatface |
Bold 19th-century display serif |
Hero text, oversized headings |
| Cinzel Decorative |
Ornamental Roman capitals |
Feature titles, section openers |
| Lobster |
Bold connected script |
Playful accent headings |
| Cormorant Garamond |
Elegant old-style serif |
Subheadings, refined body text |
| Libre Baskerville |
Refined transitional serif |
Body copy, readable text |
| Montserrat |
Geometric sans-serif |
Body text, UI elements, contrast against serifs |
| Great Vibes |
Calligraphic script |
Decorative accents, quotes |
| Permanent Marker |
Hand-drawn display |
Informal accents, Gen Z Maximalism variant |
| Bungee |
Chromatic display |
Bold block headings, layered color effects |
| Righteous |
Retro display |
Energetic, pop-culture headings |
Typography CSS Example
/* Display / Hero text -- oversized, ornate, layered */
.max-hero-text {
font-family: 'Abril Fatface', 'Playfair Display', serif;
font-size: clamp(4rem, 12vw, 10rem);
letter-spacing: -0.02em;
line-height: 0.95;
background: linear-gradient(
135deg,
var(--max-magenta),
var(--max-gold),
var(--max-teal),
var(--max-amethyst)
);
-webkit-background-clip: text;
-webkit-text-fill-color: transparent;
background-clip: text;
text-shadow: none; /* required when using background-clip */
}
/* Section headings -- bold, vivid */
h1, h2, h3 {
font-family: 'Playfair Display', 'Cinzel Decorative', serif;
font-weight: 900;
letter-spacing: 0.03em;
color: var(--max-gold);
text-shadow:
3px 3px 0px var(--max-magenta),
6px 6px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);
}
/* Body text -- readable but still characterful */
body {
font-family: 'Montserrat', 'Libre Baskerville', sans-serif;
font-weight: 400;
font-size: 1rem;
letter-spacing: 0.01em;
line-height: 1.7;
color: var(--max-ivory);
}
/* Script accent -- for decorative labels, quotes */
.max-script {
font-family: 'Great Vibes', 'Lobster', cursive;
font-size: 2em;
color: var(--max-hot-pink);
text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);
}
/* Exaggerated hierarchy -- tiny caption under massive heading */
.max-caption {
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
font-size: 0.65rem;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.3em;
color: var(--max-teal);
}
Layout Principles
Grid and Structure
- No negative space -- fill the viewport; backgrounds, patterns, and content should cover every pixel
- Asymmetric, organic layouts -- avoid rigid symmetry; let content flow dynamically and overlap
- Layered, overlapping elements -- cards, images, and text blocks that partially cover one another
- Multiple column widths -- vary grid columns within a single page; mix full-width, narrow, and offset sections
- Dense content grids -- tightly packed masonry or collage-style arrangements
- Full-bleed backgrounds -- every section has its own bold background color or pattern
- Mixed media zones -- combine images, illustrations, patterns, and typography in the same visual area
- Broken grid -- elements that intentionally break out of grid lines for energetic, unpredictable composition
Section Organization
- Use bold, contrasting section backgrounds -- each section should feel like a different room
- Apply ornate dividers between sections (decorative borders, pattern strips, colored bands)
- Create overwhelming hero sections -- oversized type, layered patterns, multiple visual elements stacked
- Employ collage-style containers -- overlapping cards, rotated elements, varied border styles
- Use pattern borders and fills -- stripes, dots, zigzags, chevrons as section boundaries
- Mix full-width and contained sections -- some content bleeds edge to edge, some is boxed
- Apply generous decoration to every container -- borders, shadows, gradients, corner ornaments, background patterns
CSS/Design Techniques
Multi-Pattern Layered Background
/* Stack multiple patterns using CSS gradients */
.max-pattern-bg {
background-color: var(--max-dark-navy);
background-image:
/* Diagonal stripes */
repeating-linear-gradient(
45deg,
transparent,
transparent 20px,
rgba(182, 0, 89, 0.08) 20px,
rgba(182, 0, 89, 0.08) 22px
),
/* Polka dots */
radial-gradient(
circle 8px at 30px 30px,
rgba(213, 184, 0, 0.1) 0%,
transparent 100%
),
/* Large radial glow */
radial-gradient(
ellipse at 50% 50%,
rgba(0, 161, 161, 0.1) 0%,
transparent 60%
);
background-size: 40px 40px, 60px 60px, 100% 100%;
}
Ornate Multi-Border Frame
/* Layered borders for maximalist framing */
.max-frame {
border: 4px solid var(--max-gold);
outline: 3px solid var(--max-magenta);
outline-offset: 6px;
box-shadow:
0 0 0 12px var(--max-dark-navy),
0 0 0 15px var(--max-teal),
0 8px 32px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);
padding: 2.5rem;
position: relative;
}
/* Corner flourishes */
.max-frame::before,
.max-frame::after {
content: '\2726'; /* four-pointed star */
position: absolute;
font-size: 1.8rem;
color: var(--max-gold);
text-shadow: 0 0 8px rgba(213, 184, 0, 0.5);
}
.max-frame::before {
top: -16px;
left: -16px;
}
.max-frame::after {
bottom: -16px;
right: -16px;
transform: rotate(45deg);
}
Bold Gradient Cards
.max-card {
background: linear-gradient(
135deg,
var(--max-magenta) 0%,
var(--max-amethyst) 50%,
var(--max-dark-navy) 100%
);
border: 3px solid var(--max-gold);
border-radius: 0; /* sharp corners for impact */
padding: 2rem;
position: relative;
overflow: hidden;
box-shadow:
8px 8px 0px var(--max-teal),
16px 16px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);
transition: transform 0.3s ease, box-shadow 0.3s ease;
}
.max-card:hover {
transform: translate(-4px, -4px);
box-shadow:
12px 12px 0px var(--max-teal),
20px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);
}
/* Internal pattern overlay */
.max-card::before {
content: '';
position: absolute;
inset: 0;
background: repeating-linear-gradient(
-45deg,
transparent,
transparent 10px,
rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03) 10px,
rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03) 12px
);
pointer-events: none;
}
Collage / Overlapping Layout
/* Overlapping grid for collage effect */
.max-collage {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(12, 1fr);
grid-auto-rows: 80px;
gap: 0;
padding: 2rem;
}
.max-collage-item:nth-child(1) {
grid-column: 1 / 7;
grid-row: 1 / 5;
z-index: 1;
transform: rotate(-2deg);
}
.max-collage-item:nth-child(2) {
grid-column: 5 / 11;
grid-row: 2 / 6;
z-index: 2;
transform: rotate(1.5deg);
}
.max-collage-item:nth-child(3) {
grid-column: 8 / 13;
grid-row: 1 / 4;
z-index: 3;
transform: rotate(-1deg);
}
.max-collage-item {
border: 3px solid var(--max-gold);
box-shadow: 4px 4px 0px var(--max-magenta);
overflow: hidden;
}
Exaggerated Typography Hierarchy
/* Massive heading with tiny subtitle */
.max-heading-group {
text-align: center;
padding: 4rem 2rem;
}
.max-heading-group h1 {
font-family: 'Abril Fatface', serif;
font-size: clamp(5rem, 15vw, 12rem);
line-height: 0.9;
margin: 0;
background: linear-gradient(
180deg,
var(--max-gold) 0%,
var(--max-magenta) 50%,
var(--max-teal) 100%
);
-webkit-background-clip: text;
-webkit-text-fill-color: transparent;
background-clip: text;
}
.max-heading-group .subtitle {
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
font-size: 0.6rem;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.5em;
color: var(--max-teal);
margin-top: 1rem;
}
Animated Pattern Border
/* Moving gradient border using background animation */
.max-animated-border {
--border-width: 4px;
position: relative;
background: var(--max-dark-navy);
padding: 2rem;
}
.max-animated-border::before {
content: '';
position: absolute;
inset: 0;
padding: var(--border-width);
background: linear-gradient(
90deg,
var(--max-magenta),
var(--max-gold),
var(--max-teal),
var(--max-amethyst),
var(--max-ruby),
var(--max-magenta)
);
background-size: 300% 100%;
-webkit-mask:
linear-gradient(#fff 0 0) content-box,
linear-gradient(#fff 0 0);
-webkit-mask-composite: xor;
mask-composite: exclude;
animation: max-border-flow 4s linear infinite;
}
@keyframes max-border-flow {
0% { background-position: 0% 50%; }
100% { background-position: 300% 50%; }
}
Maximalist Divider / Section Break
/* Bold multi-colored divider strip */
.max-divider {
height: 8px;
border: none;
margin: 0;
background: linear-gradient(
90deg,
var(--max-magenta) 0%,
var(--max-gold) 20%,
var(--max-teal) 40%,
var(--max-amethyst) 60%,
var(--max-ruby) 80%,
var(--max-emerald) 100%
);
}
/* Ornamental pattern strip */
.max-pattern-strip {
height: 40px;
background:
repeating-linear-gradient(
90deg,
var(--max-magenta) 0px,
var(--max-magenta) 20px,
var(--max-gold) 20px,
var(--max-gold) 40px,
var(--max-teal) 40px,
var(--max-teal) 60px,
var(--max-amethyst) 60px,
var(--max-amethyst) 80px
);
}
Dense Background Texture Overlay
/* Noise-like texture for visual richness */
.max-texture {
position: relative;
}
.max-texture::after {
content: '';
position: absolute;
inset: 0;
background-image: url("data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='6' height='6' xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%3E%3Ccircle cx='1' cy='1' r='0.6' fill='%23ffffff' opacity='0.04'/%3E%3Ccircle cx='4' cy='4' r='0.4' fill='%23d5b800' opacity='0.03'/%3E%3C/svg%3E");
pointer-events: none;
}
/* Damask-inspired SVG pattern overlay */
.max-damask {
background-color: var(--max-dark-navy);
background-image: url("data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='40' height='40' xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%3E%3Cpath d='M20 0 L40 20 L20 40 L0 20 Z' fill='none' stroke='%23d5b800' stroke-width='0.5' opacity='0.06'/%3E%3Ccircle cx='20' cy='20' r='3' fill='none' stroke='%23b60059' stroke-width='0.4' opacity='0.05'/%3E%3C/svg%3E");
}
Materials and Textures (Visual Metaphors for Web)
Physical Maximalist materials and their web equivalents:
| Physical Material |
Web Equivalent |
| Layered textiles (rugs, tapestries, brocade) |
Stacked CSS gradient patterns, repeating SVG backgrounds |
| Gold leaf / Gilding |
Warm gold gradients (#D5B800 to #D4A017), metallic text effects |
| Velvet and damask |
Deep jewel-tone backgrounds with subtle pattern overlays |
| Mixed printed fabrics |
Multiple background-image layers with different pattern types |
| Lacquered surfaces |
High-contrast glossy gradients with bright highlights |
| Mosaic and tile |
CSS grid or repeating patterns with many small colored cells |
| Wallpaper |
Full-coverage repeating CSS patterns, no exposed base color |
| Stained glass |
Vivid, saturated color blocks with dark borders (box-shadow, outline) |
| Embroidery and beadwork |
Small, detailed SVG pattern elements with metallic colors |
| Collaged paper and ephemera |
Overlapping rotated containers, mixed border styles, varied backgrounds |
Sub-Styles and Variants
Gen Z Maximalism
- Hyper-saturated rainbow palette -- every color at full saturation, deliberate clashing
- Memphis Design influences -- geometric shapes, bold primary colors, squiggly lines
- Digital-native patterns -- emojis, pixel art, gradient meshes, sticker-like elements
- TikTok/Instagram aesthetic -- designed for screens, quick visual impact
- Kidcore and Decora crossover -- playful, youth-oriented, accessory-heavy
- Suggested accents:
#FF1493 (hot pink), #00BFFF (deep sky blue), #FFD700 (gold), #FF4500 (orange red), #7FFF00 (chartreuse)
Grandmillennial Maximalism
- Chintz florals and toile -- traditional prints in dense, layered arrangements
- Warm, muted jewel tones -- slightly desaturated compared to pure Maximalism
- Vintage and antique references -- needlepoint, porcelain, wallpaper, lace
- Curated clutter -- abundance that feels inherited rather than chaotic
Hollywood Regency Maximalism
- Glamorous, high-contrast palette -- black, white, gold, emerald, hot pink
- Lacquer and mirror finishes -- glossy, reflective surfaces
- Bold geometric patterns -- Greek key, chevrons, sunbursts
- Luxury signifiers -- velvet, crystal, brass, marble textures
Mob Wife / Opulent Maximalism
- Dark, rich palette -- burgundy, gold, leopard print, black, deep red
- Animal prints -- leopard, zebra, snakeskin as core pattern elements
- Heavy metallic gold -- dominant accent color, applied generously
- Baroque and Rococo ornament -- scrollwork, cherubs, ornate frames
| Aesthetic |
Relationship to Maximalism |
| Minimalism |
Direct opposite; Maximalism exists as a rejection of minimalist restraint |
| Baroque |
Historical ancestor; shares horror vacui, gilded ornament, dramatic intensity |
| Rococo |
Historical ancestor; lighter, more playful ornamental excess |
| Camp |
Overlapping sensibility; both celebrate exaggeration, artifice, and theatricality |
| Cluttercore |
Modern variant; celebrates material abundance and collected objects |
| Dopamine Dressing |
Overlapping concept; uses bold color and pattern for emotional stimulation |
| Avant Basic |
Contemporary variant; maximalism applied to trendy, accessible fashion and decor |
| Gen Z Maximalism |
Youth-oriented digital variant; hyper-saturated, screen-native, meme-influenced |
| Grandmillennial |
Curated, vintage-inflected variant; traditional patterns in dense arrangements |
| Hollywood Regency |
Glamorous, high-contrast variant; luxury and drama in black/white/gold |
| Mob Wife |
Dark, opulent variant; animal prints, gold, baroque ornament |
| Grocery Girl Fall |
Niche seasonal variant; maximalist layering applied to cozy fall aesthetics |
| Victorian |
Historical parallel; shared love of ornament, pattern, and filled surfaces |
| Gothic |
Shares dramatic intensity and ornamental excess, but in darker palette |
| Chinoiserie |
Historical decorative style often incorporated into maximalist compositions |
| Memphis Design |
1980s movement sharing bold color, geometric pattern, and anti-minimalism |
Quick-Start: Minimal Maximalism Page Template
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Maximalism Page</title>
<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Abril+Fatface&family=Playfair+Display:wght@700;900&family=Montserrat:wght@400;700&family=Great+Vibes&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">
<style>
:root {
--max-black: #0a0a0a;
--max-dark-navy: #06034d;
--max-magenta: #b60059;
--max-gold: #d5b800;
--max-teal: #00a1a1;
--max-amethyst: #5a175d;
--max-ruby: #9b1b30;
--max-emerald: #006b3c;
--max-ivory: #fff8e7;
}
* { margin: 0; padding: 0; box-sizing: border-box; }
body {
background: var(--max-dark-navy);
color: var(--max-ivory);
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
font-size: 1rem;
line-height: 1.7;
}
/* Hero -- overwhelming, layered, dense */
.hero {
text-align: center;
padding: 6rem 2rem;
position: relative;
overflow: hidden;
background:
repeating-linear-gradient(
45deg,
transparent,
transparent 20px,
rgba(182, 0, 89, 0.06) 20px,
rgba(182, 0, 89, 0.06) 22px
),
radial-gradient(
ellipse at 30% 50%,
rgba(0, 161, 161, 0.15) 0%,
transparent 50%
),
radial-gradient(
ellipse at 70% 30%,
rgba(213, 184, 0, 0.12) 0%,
transparent 50%
),
var(--max-dark-navy);
}
.hero h1 {
font-family: 'Abril Fatface', serif;
font-size: clamp(4rem, 12vw, 10rem);
line-height: 0.95;
background: linear-gradient(
135deg,
var(--max-magenta),
var(--max-gold),
var(--max-teal)
);
-webkit-background-clip: text;
-webkit-text-fill-color: transparent;
background-clip: text;
}
.hero .subtitle {
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
font-size: 0.65rem;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.5em;
color: var(--max-teal);
margin-top: 1.5rem;
}
/* Bold gradient divider */
.max-divider {
height: 6px;
border: none;
background: linear-gradient(
90deg,
var(--max-magenta),
var(--max-gold),
var(--max-teal),
var(--max-amethyst),
var(--max-ruby),
var(--max-emerald)
);
}
/* Content section with pattern background */
section {
max-width: 1000px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 4rem 2rem;
}
h2 {
font-family: 'Playfair Display', serif;
font-weight: 900;
font-size: 2.5rem;
color: var(--max-gold);
text-shadow:
3px 3px 0px var(--max-magenta),
6px 6px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);
margin-bottom: 1.5rem;
}
/* Maximalist card with offset shadow and pattern */
.max-card {
background: linear-gradient(
135deg,
var(--max-magenta) 0%,
var(--max-amethyst) 100%
);
border: 3px solid var(--max-gold);
padding: 2rem;
margin: 2rem 0;
position: relative;
box-shadow:
8px 8px 0px var(--max-teal),
16px 16px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);
}
.max-card::before {
content: '';
position: absolute;
inset: 0;
background: repeating-linear-gradient(
-45deg,
transparent,
transparent 10px,
rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03) 10px,
rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03) 12px
);
pointer-events: none;
}
/* Decorative script accent */
.script-accent {
font-family: 'Great Vibes', cursive;
font-size: 2em;
color: var(--max-gold);
}
</style>
</head>
<body>
<div class="hero">
<h1>Title Here</h1>
<p class="subtitle">A subtitle in tracked-out Montserrat</p>
</div>
<hr class="max-divider">
<section>
<h2>Section Heading</h2>
<div class="max-card">
<p>Content within a boldly styled Maximalist panel.
Every surface is filled. Every color is vivid.
More is more.</p>
</div>
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