A minimalist dark and light color scheme for VS Code, inspired by monastic tradition. Two complementary themes designed for deep focus and contemplation.
Ported to VS Code by rivethorn — this repository contains the VS Code extension packaging and theme files contributed by rivethorn.
Themes
Compline - Dark theme for evening work and contemplation
Lauds - Light theme for morning clarity and focus
Features
Unified, muted color palette that whispers rather than shouts
Carefully chosen contrast for accessibility
Thoughtful use of color to guide attention without distraction
Syntax highlighting that enhances readability across all languages
Installation
Open VS Code
Go to Extensions (Cmd+Shift+X on macOS, Ctrl+Shift+X on Windows/Linux)
Search for "Compline"
Click Install
Usage
Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P on macOS, Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows/Linux)
Type "Color Theme"
Select either "Compline" or "Lauds"
Colors
Compline (Dark)
Background: #1a1d21
Foreground: #f0efeb
Primary accent: #d4ccb4
Secondary: #b4bcc4
Lauds (Light)
Background: #f0efeb
Foreground: #1a1d21
Primary accent: #8b7e52
Secondary: #5a6b7a
License
GPL-3.0-only License. See LICENSE file for details.
Credits & Contribution
Original author: Joshua Blais (jblais493) — original Compline theme source and palette.
VS Code port / packaging:rivethorn — contributor who ported and packaged the themes for VS Code.
If you'd prefer the original author to publish the extension to the Visual Studio Marketplace under their publisher account, let me know and I can prepare a PR or package to share with them.
