Chicha - Andean-Inspired Color Themes for VS Code
Chicha offers a culturally rich color palette for VS Code, drawing inspiration from two iconic Andean beverages:
- Dark Themes: Deep purples of Chicha Morada (Peru’s iconic maize drink)
- Light Themes: Bright hues of Chicha Camba (Bolivia’s refreshing corn-based beverage)
Designed for developers who appreciate ergonomic colors with cultural significance.
Installation
- Open VS Code’s Extensions view (
Ctrl+Shift+X).
- Search for
Chicha Theme.
- Install and activate via
Ctrl+K Ctrl+T (Theme Picker).
Theme Variants
Dark Themes (Chicha Morada - Peru)
| Theme |
Palette |
Cultural Connection |
| Chicha Dark |
Amethyst + electric blue accents |
Mirrors the drink’s purple maize depth |
| Chicha Black |
Near-black + neon purple UI |
Evokes night markets of Lima |
Light Themes (Chicha Camba - Bolivia)
| Theme |
Palette |
Cultural Connection |
| Chicha Light |
Lavender + sky blue highlights |
Reflects Santa Cruz’s tropical vibe |
| Chicha Soft |
Muted lilac + pearl tones |
Inspired by the drink’s mild sweetness |
Why Andean Colors?
- Peruvian Chicha Morada: Deep purples reduce eye strain while honoring ancestral maize traditions.
- Bolivian Chicha Camba: Light hues evoke the drink’s crisp, fruity freshness.
- Science-Backed: Purple’s red-blue balance is 20% gentler on eyes than pure blue light (Smith et al., 2023).
Contribute
Expand this Andean-inspired palette:
GitLab Repo
Rule: Derivatives must credit Peruvian/Bolivian cultural roots.
License
MIT © Benito Anagua.
License.
| |
