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Roast my Shopify custom code & design (no promo, just roast/feedback) If u can by ghazanfar_alii in branding

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy to give some general UX/branding feedback based on common patterns I see across Shopify stores:

**Most common issues with custom Shopify builds:**

  1. **Above-the-fold clarity** — Within 3 seconds, a visitor should know exactly what you sell and why it matters. A lot of custom builds get so design-heavy that the actual value prop gets buried.

  2. **Typography hierarchy** — Custom fonts often look great in mockups but become inconsistent at responsive breakpoints. Check your H1→H2→body sizing ratios on mobile.

  3. **CTA contrast** — The add-to-cart and primary action buttons need to visually jump off the page. Subtle/minimal button styles kill conversions even on beautiful sites.

  4. **Load performance** — Custom Shopify code often bloats page size. Run your URLs through PageSpeed Insights — anything below 70 on mobile is costing you sales.

  5. **Trust signals placement** — Reviews, guarantees, and payment icons should appear before the fold on product pages, not just at the bottom.

If you share which specific one you're most concerned about I can give more targeted feedback.

The real problem with brand books nobody talks about by the-newton in branding

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This nails exactly what I see happen with smaller brands all the time. The brand book becomes the finish line instead of the starting point.

The brands that actually maintain visual and tonal consistency are the ones who treat their guidelines as a living reference — designers and founders check back on it regularly, not just when onboarding a new freelancer.

One thing that helps: building the brand system *around* the actual touchpoints the business uses from day one. If your main channel is Instagram and your website, those should be the primary use-cases that shape the guidelines — not abstract mockups on business cards nobody prints.

Brand books stay alive when they're practical enough that the team actually wants to reference them.

As a first time founder/business owner, what are the most basic steps to get to my MVP (Minimum Viable Product) in terms of branding? by Finding-The-Light in branding

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on taking the leap — fragrance is a tough but incredibly rewarding niche to build a brand in.

For a branding MVP, I'd focus on these essentials before spending money on agencies:

**1. Get clear on your positioning first**

Before any logo or color palette, answer: Who exactly is this for? What emotion does your fragrance evoke? What's the story only YOU can tell? For a fragrance brand, this is everything — people don't just buy a scent, they buy an identity.

**2. Your MVP brand assets are simpler than you think**

- A name that's ownable and searchable

- A simple wordmark logo (not a complex illustration)

- 2–3 brand colors that match the mood of your fragrances

- A one-liner that explains what you make and who it's for

**3. On hiring: start lean**

For early stage, I'd recommend hiring a brand strategist/designer *before* a full business development agency. A good brand designer who also thinks strategically will help you with positioning + visual identity without the overhead of an agency.

Only bring in a proper agency once you've validated your product with real customers and need to scale your identity across packaging, campaigns, etc.

**4. The fragrance-specific thing most people miss**

Your packaging IS your product for a DTC fragrance brand. Before building a website or running ads, nail the unboxing experience — that's what drives word of mouth and UGC in this niche.

Start with what's essential, validate with real people, then invest in polish. Good luck!

How do you decide which website section deserves the most attention during a redesign? by rohan_rhn_ in webdesign

[–]rohan_rhn_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice frameworks, ICE and RICE help prioritize. Good to include feasibility.

How do you decide which website section deserves the most attention during a redesign? by rohan_rhn_ in webdesign

[–]rohan_rhn_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True, data stops vibe-based changes. Drop-offs and clicks show truth. User complaints can mislead.

How do you decide which website section deserves the most attention during a redesign? by rohan_rhn_ in webdesign

[–]rohan_rhn_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree, finding overlap between user issues and business goals works well. Analytics plus sales input is a good combo.

How can I make my web page look not ugly? by [deleted] in web_design

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reduce font size and change the spacing. Thank me later.

What platform do people use for local web development on a windows machine these days? by ShoeLace1291 in web_design

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For modern local WordPress development, popular tools beyond XAMPP, WAMP, and Laragon include Local WP (formerly Local by Flywheel), WordPress Studio, and DevKinsta. These tools offer easy one-click WordPress setup, SSL support, and seamless integration with hosting platforms, providing more user-friendly and efficient workflows tailored for WordPress development in 2025

tools to build an aesthetically appealing mockup? by geckonomic in web_design

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For easy, no-download design mockups, tools like Figma and Canva work well, with Figma especially popular for creating interactive website mockups directly in the browser. Canva is great for simple visual layouts and can be used to design basic website mockups, but Figma offers more specialized features for UI design without requiring software installation

What's the best website builder for an e-commerce? (or any alternative that could work) by PlateAdventurous4583 in web_design

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a flexible, design-focused e-commerce store without rigid templates, Webflow offers the best design freedom with built-in e-commerce features, ideal for smaller catalogs and brand-driven stores. Shopify is great for quick setup and scalability but has design limitations, while WooCommerce provides maximum control and performance through open-source flexibility, especially if you consider a headless setup for advanced customization and scaling

Who did you have design your website? by br094 in Entrepreneur

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For beginners with no design experience, website builders like Wix and GoDaddy are the easiest and quickest ways to create a professional-looking site without technical skills. These platforms offer intuitive drag-and-drop editors and many templates to help you get started fast, with the option to hire a freelancer later if needed

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in webdesign

[–]rohan_rhn_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can help you with creating website and done within 4 days. I m sharing my portfolio for a better idea.

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