Big Cartel Website Redesign — Fashion, Art & Music Digital Magazine

I'm looking for a talented web designer/developer to redesign my existing website built on Big Cartel. My brand is an independent digital media publication focused on fashion, art, music, and culture. We publish editorial articles, interviews, event coverage, photography, and a limited-run print magazine while also selling physical and digital products through our online store. The current website functions well, but it lacks the visual identity and editorial feel I'm aiming for. I'm looking for someone who can transform it into a modern, minimalist, high-fashion publication while staying within the capabilities of the Big Cartel platform. Budget Maximum Budget: $300 USD Please only apply if you're comfortable working within this budget. Design Inspiration The aesthetic should take inspiration from publications such as: Outlander Magazine i-D Magazine DAZED 032c I'm looking for a website that feels editorial rather than like a traditional online store. Think: Clean, modern typography Strong use of white space Minimalist layouts Large imagery Luxury fashion aesthetic Creative but easy to navigate High-end magazine experience Scope of Work The redesign should include: Complete homepage redesign Improved navigation Editorial-style layouts Better visual hierarchy Improved typography Mobile-responsive design Consistent branding throughout the website Homepage sections for featured stories and magazine issues Better presentation of products Improved article/blog browsing experience Platform Requirements The website is already built using Big Cartel. Applicants should have experience with: Big Cartel customization HTML CSS JavaScript (if necessary) Responsive web design Important Features The redesign should support: Editorial articles Blog posts Magazine issues Product sales Photography Interviews Event coverage Digital downloads The website should feel like a creative publication first and an online store second. Deliverables Redesigned Big Cartel website Updated homepage Improved typography and layout Mobile optimization Installation/customization within the existing website Clean, organized code Ideal Candidate I'd love to work with someone who: Has experience designing websites for fashion, magazines, creative agencies, or luxury brands Understands editorial design principles Has a strong portfolio with clean, modern work Can communicate ideas clearly Is comfortable working within Big Cartel's limitations To Apply Please include: Portfolio Examples of editorial or fashion websites you've designed Experience with Big Cartel (preferred) Estimated timeline Brief explanation of your design approach I'm looking for someone who understands fashion and culture—not just someone who can build a website. If you appreciate strong typography, editorial layouts, and minimalist design, I'd love to hear from you.