Shapero Rare Books, an internationally acclaimed dealer in rare and antiquarian books, partnered with Lilo, a leading Magento development agency in London, to overhaul their underperforming WordPress-based e-commerce website.
Struggling with slow load times and an outdated design, Shapero needed a robust Magento development solution to enhance user experience, showcase their extensive catalog, and boost online sales.
Lilo delivered a bespoke Magento 2 platform, a visually captivating redesign, and a targeted SEO strategy, empowering Shapero to engage global book enthusiasts and industry professionals.
| Lead Time: | 26 Weeks | |
| Sector: | Books & Publications | |
| Target Type: | B2C & B2B | |
| Demographic: | Book Collectors, Scholars, Libraries, Specialty Retail | |
| Website Goal: | Improve site performance, enhance user experience, increase sales, boost SEO rankings | |
| Services: | Magento Development, Web Design, Web Development, E-commerce, SEO Optimization, WordPress Blog Integration |
Shapero Rare Books, a globally renowned dealer in antiquarian and rare books, faced significant hurdles with their WordPress-based e-commerce platform, which struggled to support their expanding inventory and sophisticated clientele.
As their catalog grew to include fine illustrated books, rare children’s titles, and specialized collections like Hebraica and Islamica, the site’s limitations became increasingly apparent, undermining Shapero’s ability to maintain their prestigious reputation.
The platform faced critical challenges that hindered performance, user engagement, and revenue growth:
WordPress Development: Our WordPress Web Design team ensured best practice through WordPress Development by creating a custom WordPress theme to ensure efficient UX. This foundation supported a 99.9% uptime and handles peak traffic surges effortlessly.
WordPress Design: The WordPress site’s visual identity was crafted meticulously through detailed creative Web Design processes, based on Pets in A Pickle’s strong brand identity. We designed an easy-to-navigate, fun, and friendly interface that included graphics for available options.
Our UX Development focused on creating a simple process experience aimed at busy pet lovers.
Through Web Design, we optimized every user interaction, with attractive Call To Actions sprinkled throughout the site.
Through bespoke WordPress UX and Web Design, we delivered a fun and easy-to-use website.
Scope:
Resources:
The company’s bold and exciting brand voice needed to be captured and translate into an easy to use website.
The result is a perfect balance of community feel, while being super easy to manage important information and tips to care for your loved pet.
The new WordPress site, with its unique UX and Web Design, has provided Pets In a Pickle with a successful digital presence as a Pet Insurer. The creative and bold design, sleek UX, and dynamic features have captivated pet lovers and customers, showcasing the company’s community vibe.
Key outcomes include:
Strengthened brand as a premier destination for artisanal hats and accessories