Case_Study_04

Unbox
Store.

Redefining "Influencer Commerce." Moving away from generic storefronts to highly-curated, limited-edition Drops.

UNBOX_OS

Order #004-BETA

Pune, IN -- 2025

ITEM:E-COM PLATFORM
ROLE:PRODUCT MGR
STACK:SHOPIFY/NEXT
STATUS:SHIPPED
125%
Conversion Uplift
01 / The Context

The "Link-in-Bio" Problem

The Creator Economy is booming, but the commerce infrastructure is broken. Influencers typically rely on generic Amazon storefronts (low commission, zero branding) or complex Shopify setups (high effort, high maintenance).

"Fans don't want to browse a catalog of 10,000 items. They want to buy exactly what their favorite creator is using, right now."

User Research Findings

  • Decision Paralysis: Too many options lead to zero conversions on standard e-com sites.
  • Trust Deficit: Fans trust the creator, but they don't trust random third-party dropshipping sites.

The Pivot

We shifted from a "Marketplace" model to a "Drop" model. Instead of an always-on store, creators release limited "Unboxings" available for 72 hours. This creates scarcity and mimics the "hype" of sneaker culture.

02 / UX Strategy

The "3-Click" Drop

Since 90% of traffic comes from Instagram/YouTube mobile apps, the checkout flow had to be frictionless.

STEP_01

The Hook

Instagram Story "Swipe Up" leads directly to a curated PDP (Product Detail Page), bypassing the homepage.

STEP_02

The Bundle

"One-Click Bundle" logic. Users buy the entire "Desk Setup" or "Skincare Routine" in a single tap.

STEP_03

Express Checkout

Guest checkout only. Phone number verification (OTP) replaces email passwords for speed.

03 / Visual Language

Digital Packaging

We stripped away the typical "Mall" aesthetic of e-commerce sites. Instead, we adopted an "Industrial/Logistics" visual language.

Monospace Typography

Used for price, SKUs, and specs to mimic shipping labels and receipts.

Cardboard Textures

Subtle noise and paper textures (like this portfolio) to give a tactile 'Unboxing' feel.

STATUS: DROPPING SOON
04h : 20m : 12s

The Impact

Post-launch metrics (Q3 2025)

4.2%
Conversion Rate
Industry avg 1.8%
< 5%
Return Rate
Due to curated quality
₹2,400
Avg Order Value
Bundle adoption high
₹1.2M
Creator Payouts
In first 3 months