tailwind-design-system

Build Tailwind CSS v4 design systems with @theme tokens and CVA variants.

1|Updated Apr 11, 2026
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Skill: tailwind-design-system
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Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shige1014-dev/backup-OpenMontage --skill tailwind-design-system-shige1014-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes friction from creating and migrating to Tailwind CSS v4 design systems by providing clear, production-ready patterns for CSS-first theming, semantic tokens, component variants, responsive layouts, animations, and accessibility considerations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CSS-first theming with @theme and OKLCH tokens for consistent semantic colors, radii, and animation tokens across a codebase.
  • Component patterns (CVA, compound components, and utilities) for type-safe variants, sizes, states, and predictable composition in React 19.
  • Responsive grid, container, and layout helpers plus dark-mode via @custom-variant to standardize UI across breakpoints and themes.
  • Native CSS animations and accessibility best practices to replace plugin-based approaches and ensure focus states and ARIA support.
  • Migration checklist and real-world example: migrate from Tailwind v3 to v4 and build a reusable button, card, and form library for a SaaS product.

Quick Start

Create a Tailwind v4 CSS-first theme with semantic OKLCH tokens and implement a CVA-based Button component that supports light and dark modes.

Frequently Asked Questions about tailwind-design-system

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I migrate a project from Tailwind CSS v3 to v4?

Migrating from Tailwind CSS v3 to v4 involves adopting CSS-first @theme configuration, replacing plugin-based approaches, and following a structured migration checklist to ensure your component library remains functional.

What is the best way to define semantic design tokens in Tailwind v4?

Defining semantic design tokens in Tailwind v4 is best achieved using CSS-first @theme configuration with OKLCH color values, ensuring consistent colors, radii, and animation tokens across your codebase.

Does Tailwind CSS v4 work with React 19 and CVA for component variants?

Yes, Tailwind CSS v4 works with React 19 and CVA to build type-safe component variants, supporting predictable composition for compound components, sizes, and states.

How do I implement dark mode in Tailwind v4 using CSS-first configuration?

Implementing dark mode in Tailwind v4 uses the native @custom-variant pattern within your CSS-first theming setup to standardize UI across light and dark breakpoints.

Can I use native CSS animations instead of plugins for Tailwind component libraries?

Yes, you can use native CSS animations and accessibility best practices to replace plugin-based approaches, ensuring proper focus states and ARIA support in your Tailwind component library.