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What is a Marketplace Platform: The Fullest Explainer A Curated Marketplace for Handmade Treasures
In 2017, Sophie Brunner, a passionate entrepreneur from Switzerland, had a vision: to create an online marketplace that showcased unique, handmade fashion and homeware from small brands. Inspired by the vibrant markets of the South of France, Sophie wanted to make these exceptional products accessible to a broader audience. Thus, Urbankissed was born.
However, bringing this dream to life required more than just an online storefront; it needed a robust and integrated platform that could support multiple vendors, manage transactions seamlessly, and provide a delightful user experience. That’s where we came in.
Together, we transformed a standard CS-Cart Multi-Vendor into a recognized marketplace tailored to the needs of conscious consumers alike.
However, bringing this dream to life required more than just an online storefront; it needed a robust and integrated platform that could support multiple vendors, manage transactions seamlessly, and provide a delightful user experience. That’s where we came in.
Together, we transformed a standard CS-Cart Multi-Vendor into a recognized marketplace tailored to the needs of conscious consumers alike.
Challenges
- Set up a comprehensive CMS for vendor management;
- Modify add-ons for better matching with business needs;
- Address technical issues and ensure smooth operations.
Implementing the Project
Multi-Vendor Setup with CS-Cart
Sophie’s main requirements for the Urbankissed website setup were to create an effective and fashionable eCommerce platform. She explained her choice of the CS-Cart solution:
To work with a software which includes everything: eCommerce, Multi-Vendor Accounts, 0% commission on sales performed through my site (unlike e.g. Shopify marketplace which charges you commission per sale), one-time fee for software (apart from yearly fees for updates), easy to handle interface, to offer great and many add-ons, to offer professional tools (technical and design).
Sophie
Business owner
Business owner
The development team focused on creating an intuitive design that enhanced the shopping experience. From streamlined navigation to visually appealing product displays, every aspect was crafted to engage customers and encourage exploration of the unique offerings.
Add-Ons Configuration
Reasons, among others, why this online boutique marketplace for hidden treasures performs so effectively are the add-ons that were developed for Multi-Vendor platform.
Amazon Style Menu
A multi-tier tree structure of the menu similar to Amazon store.
IP Geolocation
Allows determining the country and address of non-logged in buyers for more precise pre-login shipping cost estimation
Mailchimp Advanced
Customers can join the email list via Mailchimp signup forms.
Product Labels
Adds most popular labels like “New”, “Hit”, “Cyber Monday”, etc. for enhanced visibility.
After the work completion, Sophie shared her impressions about add-ons’ customization:
After the work completion, Sophie shared her impressions about add-ons’ customization:
Most of them are very effective and they really help us improve our appearance and our performance as well as to make everything more professional and engaging. For me, it was always very important to install only add-ons from an official CS-Cart developer due to the previous issues I faced when I was working with WordPress and WooCommerce. CS-Cart is also very often giving me hints on additional topics and questions for free, which is just awesome.
Sophie
Business owner
Business owner
Ongoing Support and Development
Our relationship didn't end with the launch. Our team provided support, offering insights and assistance that helped Sophie navigate challenges and further optimize her platform. This partnership enabled her to continually enhance the user experience.
Results
From 0 to 200+ vendors
150% growth rate YTD
65 countries served
CS-Cart has been invaluable in providing support and expertise, allowing me to focus on my business.
Sophie
Business owner
Business owner
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Our Services
CS-Cart helps ambitious eCommerce brands build marketplaces with the flexibility to adapt and the scalability to thrive. From your first launch to international expansion, you stay in control — with open-code access, powerful vendor management, and infrastructure that grows with your business.
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