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Why we replaced a product slider with a video ad

Case studies
Most ecom sites open with a static product slider. But sliders don’t sell — stories do.

Here’s how one fashion brand boosted their landing page performance by leading with a video ad instead.

The setup

Brand: Sustainable fashion startup

Page: Homepage / hero section

Old version: 4-product slider

New version: 15-second video with lifestyle footage and CTA

The video

  • Opens with close-up of product in motion
  • Shows 3 quick outfit changes in natural settings
  • Captions highlight: “Sustainably made. Fits every body.”
  • Ends with model smiling + “Shop the new drop” CTA

The results

  • Time on page: +42%
  • Conversion rate: +28%
  • Bounce rate: -35%
  • Add-to-cart rate: doubled

Why it worked

  • Emotional pull: The video created mood, not just options
  • Immediate context: Viewers saw how the product fits, feels, and moves
  • Clear CTA: The message was unified and focused
  • Mobile-first: The autoplay experience worked better than static images

What the brand learned

The homepage isn’t just a catalog — it’s a story. By putting movement and emotion first, they made the page feel alive.

Takeaway

If your landing page starts with a slider, test a video. Even a 10–15 second lifestyle montage can set the tone and drive action better than static visuals.

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