The Hazel WordPress theme is a versatile, visually stunning solution for creatives, agencies, and businesses seeking a sophisticated online presence. With its clean aesthetic and hipster-inspired design elements, this multi-concept theme adapts seamlessly to photography portfolios, design studios, fashion boutiques, media agencies, and personal blogs.
Why Choose Hazel for Your Creative Website?
Hazel stands out from standard WordPress themes with its exceptional flexibility and attention to design detail. The theme offers:
- 35 professionally designed demo sites across three distinct editions (Original, Gold, and Glass)
- One-click demo import functionality for rapid site setup
- Unlimited layout combinations through customizable headers, title areas, and menu systems
- Premium plugins included (WPBakery Page Builder and LayerSlider worth $71 combined)
- Full WooCommerce integration for seamless e-commerce functionality
Key Features That Elevate Your Website
Advanced Navigation Systems
Hazel provides multiple navigation solutions to match your creative vision:
- Mega Menu with customizable columns and content blocks
- Left/Right Side Menu with optional background images
- Fullscreen Menu for dramatic presentation
- Sticky Content Menu that highlights page sections
- Anchor Navigation for smooth scrolling between sections
Visual Presentation Options
Showcase your work with these dynamic display features:
- Parallax Image/Video Sliders for immersive headers
- Video Background Sections to engage visitors
- AJAX Page Transitions with four animation styles
- Portfolio Masonry Layouts including Pinterest-style grids
- Interactive Infographics to present data creatively
Complete Creative Toolkit
Hazel comes packed with professional-grade tools:
- 30+ Custom Shortcodes for easy content creation
- 600+ Google Fonts for perfect typography
- Font Awesome & Elegant Icons with extensive icon sets
- Multiple Portfolio Layouts for varied presentations
- Blog Masonry & Standard Layouts for content display
- Custom Post Formats including Gallery, Quote, Video and Audio
Technical Specifications & Compatibility
Hazel maintains cutting-edge technical standards:
- Fully responsive across all devices
- Retina-ready for high-resolution displays
- WPML plugin integration for multilingual sites
- SEO optimized structure
- Child theme ready for safe customization
- Regular updates for WordPress core compatibility
Getting Started with Hazel
New users can take advantage of these resources:
- Comprehensive Documentation
- Knowledge Base with troubleshooting articles
- Video Tutorials for visual learners
- Dedicated Help Center for premium support
Theme Updates & Maintenance
Hazel receives regular updates ensuring compatibility and security:
Recent Version Highlights
- Version 4.7 (July 2022): Added WordPress 6.0.1 and WooCommerce 6.7.0 compatibility
- Version 4.6 (March 2022): PHP 8 compatibility and security improvements
- Version 4.5 (November 2021): Fixed portfolio functionality and cart widgets
The development team maintains detailed version logs documenting all improvements and fixes.
Design Considerations
When implementing Hazel for your project:
- Consider your content strategy before selecting a demo to import
- Plan your color scheme using the advanced theme options
- Optimize images for the various portfolio and gallery layouts
- Utilize the custom widgets for enhanced functionality
- Explore the header variations to match your brand aesthetic
Note: Demo images shown are for presentation only and require proper licensing for use on live sites.
