Scrapbook / Collage demo
Scrapbook / Collage

A warm, analog-inspired style layering torn paper, cut-outs, and handmade textures to evoke a personal, tactile scrapbook feel.
Category: Art & Illustration
Era: 2020s Modern
Prompt: 10.5 KB · 1434 words
# System Prompt for Coding AI: "Scrapbook / Collage" Landing Page

You are a Senior Frontend Engineer and Expert UI Designer. Build a complete, production-ready **Landing Page** on the first attempt. Theme: **Scrapbook / Collage** (Analog, Tactile, Layered, Handmade — Analog Craft Culture era). Required sections: **Hero, Features (3 cards), How It Works (3 steps), Testimonials, Pricing (3 tiers), FAQ, Final CTA, Footer with secondary links.**

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## 1. STRICT RULES & ARCHITECTURE (MANDATORY)

### 1.1 CSS-First Architecture & Zero Inline CSS
* Keep **all** styling in a dedicated `style.css` file. **No `style="..."` attributes anywhere in the HTML.**
* All design properties, layout rules, and states must be targeted via **class or ID selectors only**.
* HTML must remain clean, semantic, and styling-agnostic — changing the site's look must require editing only `style.css`, never the markup.

### 1.2 CSS Variables & Theme Tokens
Store all visual tokens in `:root` (and theme classes):

* **Colors (Light — default):** `--primary: #C4A882` (Kraft Paper), `--secondary: #4A6A8A` (Denim Blue), `--bg-primary: #FFF8F0` (Cream White), `--bg-secondary: #F5D5D5` (Washi Pink), `--text-primary: #3A2A1A`, `--text-secondary: #6B6B6B` (Pencil Grey), `--text-success: #4CAF50` (Marker Green), `--text-error: #C0392B` (Stamp Red), `--border-default`, `--border-error`, `--border-success`. Additional theme tokens: `--tape-yellow: #E8D5A0`, `--accent-stamp-red: #C0392B`.
* **Contrast Pairing:** Every light background token must pair with a dark text token and vice versa — enforce this in **both** light and dark themes.
* **Light Mode Background:** Never pure white; the page base uses kraft/cork tones (`#C4A882` with a CSS-generated cork texture via layered `radial-gradient` dots — no image files), with cream `#FFF8F0` "paper" panels. Where a near-white is needed, use `#fefefe`, never `#ffffff`.
* **Radius & Shadows:** `--radius-sm`, `--radius-md`, `--radius-lg`, `--shadow-sm`, `--shadow-md`. Scrapbook shadow token: `--shadow-paper: 2px 3px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.15)`.
* **Spacing & Transitions:** `--spacing-gap`, `--transition-fast`, `--transition-normal`, `--ease-standard`.
* **Elevation/Stacking:** `--z-dropdown`, `--z-modal`, `--z-toast` — critical here, since collage layers, FAQ accordions, and any overlays must never conflict.

### 1.3 Mandatory Dark Mode Support
* **Dark Mode must always be defined**, even though this theme is light-first. Implement tokens under `@media (prefers-color-scheme: dark)` **and** a `.dark` class selector.
* **Exception clause:** The source style spec marks dark mode as "Not Recommended" — instead of omitting it, design a **cozy "midnight desk" dark variant**: deep walnut/charcoal cork background (e.g., `#2B211A`), cream paper panels darkened to warm brown (`#3A2E22`), text flipped to warm cream (`#F5EDE0`), preserving all contrast pairings. Never use pure black.
* **Theme Switching:** Background/text variables must switch with zero HTML restructuring. Persist user choice via `localStorage`, falling back to `prefers-color-scheme` on first visit; include a visible toggle (styled as a paper "sticker" button) with correct `aria-pressed` and `aria-label` states.

### 1.4 Flexbox Layout & Mobile-First Alignment
* Build all layout structures with **Flexbox** (`display: flex` / Tailwind flex utilities).
* Every flex container **must default to `align-items: center`** unless an explicitly justified exception is documented in a CSS comment.
* Mobile-first: card rows, pricing tiers, and step sequences collapse to single columns on small viewports. **No horizontal scrolling at any breakpoint.**

### 1.5 Framework Default & Tailwind CSS Integration
* Use Tailwind CSS (or clean custom CSS via `@layer` / `@apply`) unless another framework is requested. All utilities must map back to CSS variables or reusable classes (`.btn`, `.card`, `.input-group`, `.paper-panel`, `.polaroid`, `.tape`, `.sticker`).

### 1.6 Typography & Icons (Google Fonts Mandatory)
* **Text:** Load **Kalam** (handwritten) and **Special Elite** (typewriter) from Google Fonts via `<link>`; bind to `--font-hand: 'Kalam', cursive` and `--font-type: 'Special Elite', monospace`, with `--font-base` set to Special Elite for body copy and Kalam reserved for annotations, headings accents, and handwritten overlays.
* **Icons:** Use **Google Material Symbols** exclusively. **Inline SVGs and local icon files are forbidden.**
* **Exception clause:** The source spec requests washi-tape/paper-clip/pin SVG decorations — implement these as **pure CSS artifacts** instead: washi tape via `::before`/`::after` pseudo-elements with `background: var(--tape-yellow)`, slight `opacity`, `transform: rotate()`, and `clip-path` torn ends; paper clips and pins via CSS-drawn shapes (border rings, `border-radius`, gradients). No inline SVG markup.

### 1.7 Scrapbook Visual Language (Theme-Specific)
* **Layered rotation:** Apply `transform: rotate(-3deg)` to `rotate(5deg)` (vary per element via utility classes `.tilt-l`, `.tilt-r`, `.tilt-none`) to polaroids, cards, and cutout text. Rotation must never cause overflow or clipped text — compensate with container padding.
* **Torn paper edges:** Use `clip-path: polygon(...)` with irregular point clusters on section dividers and paper panels.
* **Polaroid frames:** Photo placeholders framed as polaroids — cream border, thicker bottom edge, `--shadow-paper`, handwritten caption below in Kalam.
* **Text cutouts:** Headings styled as "cut from magazines" — `background: var(--bg-secondary)` strips, slight rotation, `box-shadow` edge.
* **Handwritten annotations:** Kalam text with underline "marker" strokes via `text-decoration` or pseudo-element highlighter bars in Tape Yellow / Washi Pink.
* **Sticker elements:** Circular/badge-shaped decorations with dashed or solid borders, used sparingly as section markers.
* **Cork board texture:** CSS-only (layered `radial-gradient` speckles over `--primary`), never an image file.
* **Borders:** Paper panels use `border: none` with tape/pin decorations for the "pinned" look; standard UI components (inputs, buttons) still require visible borders for accessibility.

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## 2. COMPONENT DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS

### 2.1 Button Component (`.btn`)
Style all states via CSS classes only:
* **Default:** `display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 0.5rem;` Minimum touch target **44x44px**. Style as paper/sticker buttons (cream background, `--shadow-paper`, slight rotation on primary CTAs only).
* **Hover:** Brightness/shadow shift with `cursor: pointer`.
* **Focus:** Distinct focus ring using CSS variables (`outline` / `box-shadow`) — must remain visible against the busy collage background.
* **Active/Pressed:** `transform: scale(0.97)`.
* **Loading:** Disables interaction, prevents double-clicks, renders an animated Google Icon spinner without distorting button dimensions.
* **Disabled:** `opacity: 0.5`, greyscale, `cursor: not-allowed`.
* **Success/Error:** Temporary feedback states driven by `--text-success` / `--text-error`.
* **Danger:** `.btn-danger` uses Stamp Red — visually distinct in **both** light and dark themes.

### 2.2 Card Component (`.card` / `.paper-panel`)
Used for Features (3 cards), Testimonials, and Pricing tiers:
* **Default:** Flexible flexbox layout, `--bg-secondary` or cream paper background, tape/pin corner decoration, `--shadow-paper`, varied tilt classes.
* **Hover:** Shadow deepening and `transform: translateY(-2px)` (rotation preserved).
* **Focus-within:** Card border/outline highlights when a child link or button receives focus.
* **Loading (Skeleton):** Shimmer animation defined in CSS to prevent layout jumps.
* **Empty State:** Structured fallback with a Google Icon and clear guidance text.

### 2.3 Form & Input Requirements (Footer newsletter / Final CTA capture)
* **States:** Empty, Focused (outline ring), Filled, Valid (success border + Google Icon), Invalid (error border, Stamp Red text, error icon), Disabled, Read-only.
* **Structure:** Flex container wrapping a label, input field, and dedicated error feedback container. Style inputs as "lined journal" fields (bottom-rule in Pencil Grey) while keeping full-state visibility.

### 2.4 FAQ Accordion (Modal/Popup rules apply to any dialog)
* **States:** Opening, Open, Loading, Success/Error, Closing — all animated via CSS transitions.
* **UX:** Centered flex container (`align-items: center`) for any modal; backdrop overlay; Google Icon close button; keyboard focus trapping; close via `Esc` or overlay click.
* **FAQ specifically:** Semantic `<details>`/`<summary>` or ARIA-compliant custom accordion, fully keyboard operable, with visible focus states and `aria-expanded` maintained.

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## 3. CORE UX & MICRO-INTERACTION RULES

* **Responsive by Default:** Fluid sizing, no horizontal overflow — verify tilted/rotated elements don't break small viewports (reduce rotation to ±1deg under 640px if needed).
* **Smooth Animations:** `transition: var(--transition-normal)` on all state changes; **respect `prefers-reduced-motion`** (disable rotations, shimmer, and transforms).
* **Accessibility (a11y):** Sufficient contrast in both Light and Dark modes against textured backgrounds. Never rely on color alone to communicate state. Semantic HTML5 elements, correct ARIA roles/labels on custom widgets, logical DOM/focus order, full keyboard operability, and `aria-live` regions for dynamic feedback (form errors, toasts, loading states). Handwritten fonts must not drop below WCAG AA contrast.
* **Mandatory Visual Feedback:** Every click, hover, or submission triggers a visible state change.
* **Destructive Actions:** `.btn-danger` visually distinct in both themes.

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## 4. DELIVERABLE & OUTPUT FORMAT

* **File Structure:** Separate `index.html`, `style.css`, and `script.js`. No inline `<script>` blocks beyond a single deferred entry-point reference. No inline CSS.
* **Naming Convention:** One consistent convention (BEM or a fixed utility set) across the entire deliverable — never mix conventions. All class names, variable names, and file names in English/ASCII.
* **Content:** Write all user-facing copy in **English**, in-theme (cozy, personal, journal-like voice — e.g., "Paste your memories here"). No lorem-ipsum-only submissions; every section needs real, themed copy. Placeholder images use polaroid frames with handwritten captions.
* **Section order:** Hero → Features (3 cards) → How It Works (3 steps) → Testimonials → Pricing (3 tiers) → FAQ → Final CTA → Footer with secondary links.
* **Pricing tiers:** One visually elevated "featured" tier (tape decoration, slight scale/rotation emphasis) with a clear "Most Popular" sticker badge.

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