Implement Dark Mode with Toggle Switch

Description

Add a dark mode feature to the Flask swag shop application with a user-friendly toggle switch that allows users to switch between light and dark themes.

Requirements

Core Functionality

  • Create a toggle switch component for switching between light and dark modes
  • Implement CSS variables for theme colors to enable easy theme switching
  • Use localStorage to persist user's theme preference across browser sessions
  • Ensure the selected theme is applied immediately when the page loads

Technical Implementation

  • Define CSS custom properties (variables) for:
    • Background colors
    • Text colors
    • Border colors
    • Button colors
    • Any other theme-dependent colors
  • Create separate color schemes for light and dark themes
  • Implement JavaScript functionality to:
    • Toggle between themes
    • Save preference to localStorage
    • Load saved preference on page load
    • Update CSS variables dynamically

User Experience

  • Toggle switch should be easily accessible and clearly labeled
  • Theme transition should be smooth and not jarring
  • All text should remain readable in both themes
  • Ensure proper contrast ratios for accessibility

Acceptance Criteria

  • Users can toggle between light and dark modes using the toggle switch
  • Theme preference persists across browser sessions
  • All UI elements are properly styled in both themes
  • The feature works consistently across all pages of the Flask swag shop

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