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Minimalist vs. Visual Showdown

Test a clean, simple layout against a bold, image-rich design to see which style drives more engagement and conversions.

Why it matters:

Some audiences prefer minimal, distraction-free designs that emphasize clarity and speed, while others connect better with rich visuals that create emotional impact.

Pro Tip!

Track both conversion rate and session duration — sometimes the theme that keeps visitors exploring longer ends up driving higher lifetime value.

Example Setup:

Test how your conversion rate changes when swapping the lead image style.

Test GroupTheme StyleExample Description
Control GroupMinimalSimple typography, white background, small product cards, few colors
Test AVisualFull-bleed imagery, large banners, bold fonts, color accents
Example Insight

A jewelry brand discovered that its visual theme led to a 14% increase in AOV and 22% more time on site, while the minimal theme slightly improved mobile checkout rates.

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