Fashion agencies and talent management firms often struggle with overly complex CMS setups when all they need is a fast, lightweight portfolio to showcase talent. OMBRE provides a lightweight HTML5 and CSS3 front-end solution designed specifically for model management, fashion showcases, and creative portfolios. Built using pure CSS customization, jQuery plugins, and Salvattore masonry grids, this template allows developers to adjust brand colors and typography directly via CSS without needing design software like Photoshop. It is ideal for developers seeking a static front-end framework for agency sites, but not intended for non-technical users expecting a drag-and-drop WordPress builder.
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Static HTML5 / CSS3 Website Template |
| Target Niche | Model Agencies, Fashion Showcases, Creative Portfolios |
| Layout Architecture | Responsive CSS Grid & Salvattore Masonry (2, 3, 4, 5 Columns) |
| Customization Engine | Pure CSS Stylesheet (Dedicated Color CSS File) |
| Iconography | Font Awesome 4.5 (600+ Vector Icons) |
| Typography | Raleway (Google Fonts) |
| Included JS Libraries | jQuery, LightGallery, Colorbox, Backstretch, Salvattore, Fitvids, Tooltipster |
| Browser Support | Cross-Browser Compatible (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) |
Key Features and Front-End Capabilities
- Pure CSS Color Customization: Modify theme color palettes and typography quickly using dedicated external CSS files, removing the need for source PSD editing.
- Touch-Friendly Media Galleries: Fullscreen image and video lightboxes powered by LightGallery and Colorbox for viewing portfolio assets on mobile devices.
- Flexible Masonry Grid: Performance-optimized CSS masonry layouts supporting 2, 3, 4, or 5 column configurations via Salvattore.
- Interactive Elements: Built-in horizontal and vertical tabs, custom Google Maps integration with grayscale styling, and a functional contact form interface.
- Lightweight Animation Framework: Visual transitions powered by Animate.css and lightweight jQuery scripts.
Technical Dependencies & Asset Credits
The template relies on well-established open-source libraries for its interactive components:
- JavaScript Libraries: jQuery, jQuery Backstretch, Nerve Slider, LightGallery, Salvattore, Colorbox, Tooltipster, Fitvids, Flickr Feed, Responsive Tabs.
- CSS Frameworks: Animate.css, Salvattore grid system.
- Typography: Raleway Google Font family.
Note: Demo preview images sourced from Photodune are used for preview purposes only and are not included in the main download package.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I change the color scheme of the OMBRE template?
All global color variables and styling rules are organized within a dedicated external CSS file. Developers can update color hex codes and font settings in one central file without editing core HTML structure or using image editing software.
Is OMBRE a WordPress theme or a static template?
OMBRE is a static HTML5 and CSS3 template. It does not include a CMS backend or WordPress theme files, making it suitable for static site hosting or custom backend integrations.
Does the template include working form functionality?
The template comes with a styled front-end contact form interface. Integrating it fully requires linking the form fields to a server-side script or API endpoint to process incoming messages.





