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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

🎬 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