What’s new in Athens 1.8?

We’re excited to share the latest version of our Shopify theme Athens, packed with new features designed to enhance your online store.

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through these updates, showcasing how they can improve your eCommerce experience and boost your brand’s success. Let’s go!

Brand new style preset – Electron

Screenshot of demo homepage of new style preset, Electron

Electron is the 4th preset and this one’s all about lighting. It’s got a cool layout to help you display your lighting products in a neat and organized way. Give it a try and see how it works for your online store.

Image Banners sections

Screenshot of image banners section

Introducing our new Image Banners section! We know that sometimes, less is more. That’s why we’ve added an easy-to-use option for merchants who want to create eye-catching banners using apps like Canva. Design, upload, done. It’s the perfect solution for those looking to add a touch of customization without the fuss.

Sticky filters bar on mobile

Screenshot of sticky filters bar on mobile setting alongside a preview of its effect

Introducing our new Image Banners section! We know that sometimes, less is more. That’s why we’ve added an easy-to-use option for merchants who want to create eye-catching banners using apps like Canva. Design, upload, done. It’s the perfect solution for those looking to add a touch of customization without the fuss.

Free shipping messages!

Screenshot of free shipping feature example

We’ve got great news for those looking to promote free shipping offers! Our theme now supports free shipping messages on both the cart and mini cart, complete with customizable theme options. This feature allows you to effectively communicate your shipping deals to customers, encouraging them to complete their purchases. Tailor your message and watch your sales grow with this simple yet powerful addition.

Other improvements and fixes

Alongside the fantastic new features we’ve mentioned, our team has also made several smaller improvements and squashed a few pesky bugs. Check out our detailed changelog and if you haven’t already make sure to give Athens a try!

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