Fast E-commerce Store
Nottingham-based boutique needed a fast, modern e-commerce site that didn't compromise performance for features. Shopify alone was too slow; custom build was too expensive.
01 — The Challenge
Standard Shopify themes loaded in 3-4 seconds, hurting conversion rates. Custom agency builds quoted £8k+. Needed speed without sacrificing Shopify's powerful e-commerce features.
Shopify theme loaded in 3.8 seconds
Mobile cart abandonment at 68%
Limited control over design
High bounce rate from Google Ads (72%)
Custom agency quotes £8k-£12k
02 — Our Solution
We built a headless Astro frontend connected to Shopify's powerful backend, delivering speed without losing functionality.
Headless Astro + Shopify architecture
Product catalog pre-rendered for speed
Shopify Checkout for secure payments
Image optimization & lazy loading
Mobile-first cart experience
Stripe payment integration
03 — The Results
Conversion rate improved from 1.8% to 2.9%
Google Ads bounce rate dropped to 54%
Average order value increased £12
Product page loads feel instant to customers
Client Feedback
"The difference is night and day. Customers comment on how fast the site is, and our conversion rate improved significantly. Worth every penny."
We can help you achieve the same performance improvements. Transparent pricing, fast delivery, full ownership.