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I redesigned the product page for one of the UK's leading footwear retailers - schuh.

I redesigned the product page for one of the UK's leading footwear retailers - schuh.

Role

Lead UX/UI Designer

Role

Lead UX/UI Designer

Role

Lead UX/UI Designer

Industry

Ecommerce/Retail

Industry

Ecommerce/Retail

Industry

Ecommerce/Retail

Duration

5 Months

Duration

5 Months

Duration

5 Months

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a cell phone on a table
a cell phone on a table

Overview

In 2020, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, schuh was forced to temporarily close its physical stores, which increased the demand for an enhanced online shopping experience. As part of the Web Optimisation team, I led the redesign of the product page to improve usability and prioritise product information. To adapt, schuh introduced a “local collection” feature, enabling customers to order products online and pick them up from alternative locations like local collection points.

Adapting to customer needs

The original product page was outdated and didn’t provide users with the flexibility needed to make quick decisions, especially during the store closures. The design lacked proper visual hierarchy, with important product information placed below the fold, making it harder for users to access key details. The previous drop-down menu for selecting sizes also made it difficult to see which sizes were in stock. Additionally, with the rise of local collection during the pandemic, there was a need to rethink the local collection journey, offering users more accessible and intuitive ways to select convenient pick-up locations.

Overview

In 2020, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, schuh was forced to temporarily close its physical stores, which increased the demand for an enhanced online shopping experience. As part of the Web Optimisation team, I led the redesign of the product page to improve usability and prioritise product information. To adapt, schuh introduced a “local collection” feature, enabling customers to order products online and pick them up from alternative locations like local collection points.

Adapting to customer needs

The original product page was outdated and didn’t provide users with the flexibility needed to make quick decisions, especially during the store closures. The design lacked proper visual hierarchy, with important product information placed below the fold, making it harder for users to access key details. The previous drop-down menu for selecting sizes also made it difficult to see which sizes were in stock. Additionally, with the rise of local collection during the pandemic, there was a need to rethink the local collection journey, offering users more accessible and intuitive ways to select convenient pick-up locations.

Crafting a seamless shopping experience

Working closely with conversion rate analysts and the web development team, we began by gathering insights into the users’ pain points on the current product page. We implemented a colour way thumbnail, which improved the user experience by allowing for clearer distinctions between different product colours and options. Additionally, a new header was introduced to ensure critical product information was above the fold, making the experience more intuitive and driving users toward the "add to bag" action. The design was iterated based on user testing and feedback, ensuring optimal usability.

For mobile users, a full-screen overlay was introduced, improving the experience on smaller screens. This responsive approach ensured that users could easily search for local collection points using a tabbed interface, making access to information about pick-up points seamless and prioritised by distance.

Driving engagement through intuitive design

The redesign resulted in a noticeable improvement in user engagement on the product page, with the following measurable impacts:

  • User engagement increased by 15%, with users spending more time exploring product variations and interacting with the new features.

  • Conversion rates improved by 10%, as the clearer visual hierarchy and streamlined size-selection process helped users make faster purchase decisions.

  • The bounce rate on product pages decreased by 8%, as key product information was now positioned above the fold, reducing the likelihood of users leaving the page prematurely.

  • For mobile users, there was a 12% increase in local collection orders, thanks to the introduction of the full-screen overlay and improved collection point search functionality.

  • Customer satisfaction scores related to the online shopping experience improved by 10%, reflecting the positive impact of the usability enhancements.

One of the key learnings was the importance of flexibility in design, particularly during periods of uncertainty. Giving users clear, intuitive options for both purchasing and collecting products was critical to maintaining customer satisfaction during the pandemic.

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