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Demo Setup Guide
Create an impressive LiteStep demo store that showcases the theme's versatility and professional design capabilities.
🔴 Live Demo Available Now!
Before setting up your own demo, check out our live implementation of the "Urban Essentials" concept
Demo Store URL
https://litestep-theme.myshopify.com/
Access Password
ayeiti
🎯 Demo Store Vision
"Urban Essentials" - Modern Lifestyle Brand
Brand Concept
Contemporary lifestyle brand focusing on quality essentials for modern living
Target Market
Young professionals, minimalist lifestyle enthusiasts
Aesthetic
Clean, modern, premium but accessible
🎨 Theme Customization Settings
Colors & Typography
Primary Color:#2C3E50
Secondary Color:#E74C3C
Background:#FFFFFF
Typography:Inter
Header Configuration
• Upload minimalist logo
• Navigation: Home | Shop | About | Contact
• Cart Style: Drawer (slide-out)
• Search: Overlay style
• Mobile Menu: Slide-in drawer
📦 Product Catalog Strategy
Collection 1: "Essential Apparel"
Premium Cotton T-Shirt
Price: $32.00
Colors: Black, White, Navy, Gray
Sizes: XS - XXL
Images: 4-5 high-quality shots
Classic Hoodie
Price: $78.00
Colors: Black, Gray, Navy
Sizes: S - XXL
Images: Model + detail shots
Minimalist Backpack
Price: $124.00
Colors: Black, Charcoal, Navy
One size (adjustable)
Images: 5-6 detailed views
Collection 2: "Accessories"
Wireless Earbuds
Price: $189.00
Colors: Black, White
Tech/lifestyle imagery
Leather Wallet
Price: $68.00
Colors: Black, Brown, Navy
Detail + lifestyle shots
🏠 Homepage Section Configuration
Section 1: Hero Banner
Headline: "Essential Gear for Modern Living"
Subheading: Premium basics for contemporary lifestyle
Button: "Shop Now" → /collections/featured
Background: Lifestyle image with products
Section 2: Featured Collection
Title: "New Arrivals"
Collection: Essential Apparel
Products to Show: 4
Layout: Grid (2x2 desktop, scroll mobile)
Section 3: Image with Text
Heading: "Quality That Lasts"
Focus: Craftsmanship and material quality
Layout: Image left, text right
CTA: "Learn More" → /pages/about
Focus: Craftsmanship and material quality
Layout: Image left, text right
CTA: "Learn More" → /pages/about
🎬 Demo Photography Style Guide
Image Characteristics
- • High Resolution: Minimum 1200px width
- • Consistent Lighting: Bright, natural preferred
- • Clean Backgrounds: White or light neutrals
- • Professional Quality: Sharp focus, good composition
- • Lifestyle Context: Real-world product usage
Recommended Sources
Unsplash
Search: "minimalist fashion", "urban lifestyle"
Pexels
Search: "product photography", "lifestyle"
Burst by Shopify
Free e-commerce photography
🚀 Quick Setup Checklist
Theme Settings (30 minutes)
□ Configure colors and typography
□ Upload logo
□ Set up navigation menu
□ Configure announcement bar
Content Creation (2-3 hours)
□ Add 6-8 products with quality images
□ Create 3 collections
□ Write compelling descriptions
□ Set up homepage sections
Final Polish (1 hour)
□ Test all functionality
□ Optimize for mobile
□ Check loading speeds
□ Review content consistency
🎯 Demo Success Metrics
Your demo should showcase:
Visual Appeal
Professional, cohesive design
Functionality
All features working smoothly
User Experience
Intuitive navigation flow
Mobile Experience
Excellent responsiveness
Performance
Fast loading times
Content Quality
Professional presentation