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DreamTheme – The Best of Shopware 5, Now in Shopware 6

Does this sound familiar? You migrated from Shopware 5 to Shopware 6 and suddenly miss features you've used for years. The navigation wraps instead of scrolling. The checkout shows payment methods in tiny columns. The cart is cluttered. The service menu has disappeared into the footer.

DreamTheme solves exactly these problems.

We've brought back popular features from Shopware 5 and combined them with modern conversion optimizations. The result: A theme that feels familiar to your customers – but runs on the most modern Shopware architecture.

With over 120 settings in the Theme Manager, you can customize everything without writing a single line of code. No agency needed. No expensive developer hours. Simply activate, configure, done.

Shopware 5 Features – Finally Back!

We asked ourselves: What do Shopware 5 migrants miss the most? The answers are now integrated into DreamTheme.

Navigation Slider – Like the Old Days, Only Better

In Shopware 5, the navigation was scrollable. With many categories, arrows appeared, and you could scroll horizontally through the navigation. In Shopware 6? The navigation simply wraps. Two rows, three rows – the more categories, the worse it looks.

DreamTheme brings back the Navigation Slider:

• Horizontal scrolling in a single row
• Scroll arrows left and right
• Drag & drop with the mouse
• Touch support for mobile devices
• No visible scrollbar
• Arrow position configurable (both right or left/right)

Whether you have 5 or 25 main categories – your navigation always looks professional.

SW5-Style Checkout – Full Width, Full Information

The Shopware 6 standard checkout has a problem: Payment and shipping methods are displayed in narrow 50/50 columns. Description texts are cut off. With more than 4 options, the customer must first click "Show more".

This is a conversion killer. Studies show: The more clicks to checkout, the more customers abandon.

DreamTheme shows everything in full width:

• 100% width for each payment and shipping method
• Complete description texts – nothing gets cut off
• All options immediately visible – no expanding needed
• Clear card design with gray header for better overview

Just like in Shopware 5. Just like your customers are used to.

Compact Cart – Less Distraction, More Sales

The offcanvas cart in Shopware 6 shows too much information: Item number, delivery time, wishlist link, unit price, total price – all stacked. The customer loses track.

In Shopware 5, it was different. It simply said "2x Product Name" – and everyone knew immediately.

DreamTheme brings exactly that back:

• "2x Product Name" format – quantity directly before the name
• Item number can be hidden
• Delivery time can be hidden
• Wishlist row can be hidden
• Quantity dropdown can be hidden
• Compact layout with more products at a glance

Less distraction. More focus on the "Checkout" button.

Superfly Mega Menu – More Space, More Overview, More Sales

The standard flyout in Shopware 6 works basically – but it has weaknesses that become visible with more complex category structures:

The Whitespace Problem: When you use multi-level navigation (configurable in the sales channel settings), the flyout also displays sub-subcategories. The problem: If one subcategory has 7 sub-subcategories and the adjacent subcategory only has 2, an unsightly empty space appears. The layout looks unbalanced and unprofessional.

The Image Format Problem: In the standard flyout, there is space for the category image – but the image column only gets 25% width. The result: Only square images are displayed properly. If you migrate from Shopware 5, where category images were displayed in landscape format, this creates a style break. Your carefully created landscape images are cropped or distorted.

In Shopware 5, it worked more elegantly: Hover over a category, and the subcategories appeared immediately in a generous mega menu – with space for real landscape images.

Our Superfly Flyout solves these problems – and offers more:

Use Full Width

The Superfly Flyout uses the full available width of your shop. Instead of a narrow dropdown menu, you get a real mega menu that spans the entire navigation width. This means:

• More space for subcategories – even with many levels
• Uniform display without disturbing whitespace
• Professional look like major online shops

Category Images in Landscape Format – Like in Shopware 5

In the Superfly Flyout, the category image is automatically included – but with enough space for landscape images. No cropping, no distortion. Your images from Shopware 5 simply continue to work.

Category Teaser and Category Name

The Superfly Flyout shows not only the category image, but – just like in Shopware 5 – also the category name and a teaser text from the category description. This has two advantages:

• Less unused whitespace: The available space is used meaningfully
• Real information for the customer: Instead of just an image, the customer immediately sees what awaits them in the category

Two-Column Layout

The Superfly Flyout uses an intelligent two-column layout:

• Left column: Main categories as a clear list
• Right column: Subcategories appear on hover – plus category image, name, and teaser

Your customers see all options immediately, without clicking.

Configurable Hover Delay

An often underestimated detail: The delay between hover and flyout opening. Too fast – and the menu opens accidentally when passing by with the mouse. Too slow – and the customer thinks nothing is happening.

DreamTheme sets the delay to 125 milliseconds by default – a value that has proven itself in practice. But every shop is different. That's why you can adjust the delay in the theme settings. Test different values and find the sweet spot for your customers.

More Superfly Features

• Full width for maximum overview
• Subcategories appear on hover, not just on click
• Scrollable with many categories (up to 75vh height)
• Elegant closing animation
• Color-customizable header bar

Your customers find what they're looking for faster. Faster navigation means fewer bounces – and more sales.

Service Menu in Header – Where It Belongs

Until Shopware 6.4, there was a service menu in the top header. Help links, contact, FAQ – all at a glance. In newer versions? Gone. Now only available in the footer.

The problem: Nobody scrolls to the footer to find help. Customers with questions leave your shop – instead of finding the answer.

DreamTheme brings the service menu back to the header:

• Service dropdown in the top header
• Help links, contact, FAQ – all visible
• Hover effect with elegant dropdown
• Fully configurable via snippets
• Custom links and texts definable

Your customers find help before they give up in frustration.

Fixed 1200px Width – Control Instead of Chaos

Shopware 5 worked with a fixed content width by default. The content was centered, readability optimal – regardless of monitor size.

Shopware 6 uses fluid widths. That sounds modern but has disadvantages:

• On large monitors, content looks lost
• Product images become huge and distorted
• Text lines become too long to read (optimal is 60-80 characters)
• On small monitors, everything gets squished
• The layout looks different on every screen

DreamTheme uses a fixed 1200px width:

• Header: maximum width 1200px, centered
• Navigation: 1160px (with side spacing for arrows)
• Content area: 1200px
• Footer: 1200px
• Checkout: 1200px

Why exactly 1200px? It's the sweet spot. Wide enough for large product images and multi-column layouts. Narrow enough for optimal readability. Perfect for most monitors – from 13" laptop to 27" desktop.

Your shop looks consistent and professional on every device.

Conversion Optimization (CRO) – More Sales, Fewer Abandonments

A beautiful theme is worthless if it doesn't sell. That's why we've optimized DreamTheme for conversions from the ground up.

Login Form Expanded – Welcome Returning Customers

The standard checkout in Shopware 6 shows the login form collapsed. An additional click is needed. Some customers miss it completely and create a new account – even though they already have one.

This sounds like a small thing – but every additional click in the checkout costs conversions. Studies show: Up to 3% of returning customers abandon because they can't find the login form or forget to click.

DreamTheme automatically expands the login form:

• Email and password fields immediately visible
• No extra clicks for returning customers
• Registration form below with clear visual separation
• Optionally activatable in theme settings under "CRO"

Returning customers are your most valuable customers. Make it as easy as possible for them.

Hide "Back to Shop" Button – Focus on Completion

In the checkout process, there's a critical moment: The customer is almost done. Address entered, payment method selected, shipping selected. Just one click on "Buy".

And then they see the "Back to Shop" button in the minimal checkout header.

Well-intentioned – but a potential abandonment reason. The customer thinks: "Maybe I'll look around a bit more..." And they're gone. The cart stays behind. The sale is lost.

DreamTheme offers this option:

• Hide "Back to Shop" button in minimal header
• Less distraction in the final checkout step
• Contact box automatically moves to the right
• Optionally activatable in theme settings under "CRO"

The customer has made their decision. Don't let them doubt it.

Hide T&C Checkbox

The T&C checkbox is the biggest conversion killer in checkout. The process is always the same:

1. Customer fills in all fields
2. Customer clicks "Buy"
3. Error message: "Please accept the terms and conditions"
4. Customer is annoyed
5. Customer leaves the shop

Studies show: Up to 15% of customers abandon at this point.

DreamTheme offers a solution:

• Checkbox automatically activated
• Checkbox completely hideable
• T&C text remains visible (legally compliant)
• Configurable under "CRO > Accept & hide T&C checkbox"

Important note: Before activating this feature, consult a lawyer or data protection officer. Large shops like Zalando use this technique – but you should get legal advice. We cannot provide legal advice.

Freight Phone Number

Do you sell bulky items that are delivered by freight? Then you know the problem: The freight company needs a phone number for delivery scheduling. But Shopware doesn't ask for this.

DreamTheme solves this:

• Extra phone number field in checkout
• Only shown for freight shipping
• Required or optional – you decide
• Attached to the order

No more manual follow-ups. No more delayed deliveries.

5 Trust Icons on the Product Page

Trust is the key to sales. Customers who don't trust you won't buy. It's that simple.

With DreamTheme, you show your benefits directly on the product page – where the purchase decision is made.

5 configurable service icons:

• Icon 1: e.g. "Free shipping from $50"
• Icon 2: e.g. "30-day returns"
• Icon 3: e.g. "Secure payment"
• Icon 4: e.g. "Fast delivery"
• Icon 5: e.g. "Personal customer service"

Each icon is freely configurable:

• Select Font Awesome icon
• Enter text
• Optional: Add link

Show your customers why they should buy from you.

DreamTheme Exclusive – Features Only We Have

Pre-Filtered Categories – Show What Really Matters

Not every customer wants to see all products. Some are looking for new arrivals, others only for sale items, and others only for products from a specific brand.

In Shopware 6 standard, customers have to filter themselves – if they even know filters exist. Many don't and leave the shop because they're overwhelmed by the number of products.

DreamTheme offers pre-filtered categories:

• Each category can open with a predefined filter
• Customers immediately see relevant products
• Individually configurable per category
• Uses existing Shopware filters
• Customers can adjust or remove the filter at any time

Examples of use:

• "New Arrivals" category: Automatically filtered by release date
• "Sale" category: Only show discounted items
• "Premium" category: Only products above a certain price
• Brand landing page: Automatically filtered by manufacturer

Fewer clicks for your customers. More relevance. More sales.

Cross-Selling in Tabs – Products That Get Seen

Cross-selling is one of the most effective ways to increase cart value. "Customers also bought" or "Matching accessories" – these recommendations can increase revenue by 10-30%.

The problem in Shopware 6: Cross-selling products are displayed below the product description. Often far below the fold. Many customers never scroll that far – and never see the recommendations.

DreamTheme solves this problem:

• Cross-selling as a separate tab next to "Description" and "Reviews"
• Products stay "above the fold" visible
• Slider display for cross-selling products
• One click switches between description and cross-selling
• Activatable in theme settings under "Product Page"

Your cross-selling products finally get seen – and bought.

Sticky Navigation – The Header That Stays

In many shops, sticky navigation is a must-have. The header stays visible while scrolling – the customer can return to navigation at any time without scrolling up.

In Shopware 6, this feature is not included by default. The header disappears as soon as you scroll. The customer must laboriously scroll up to switch to another category.

DreamTheme offers sticky navigation:

• Header stays fixed at the top of the screen while scrolling
• Subtle shadow for visual separation from content
• On/off toggle in theme settings under "Header > General Header Settings"
• Compatible with consent managers and cookie banners
• Works on all devices – desktop, tablet, mobile

Your customers always have the navigation in sight – no matter how far they scroll.

Clown Navigation – Our Unique Feature

No other theme has this.

With Clown Navigation, you assign each main category its own hover color. Up to 10 different colors make your navigation unique and unmistakable.

Why is this important?

• Visual orientation: Customers immediately recognize which category they're in
• Recognition: Regular customers navigate faster through your shop
• Branding: Categories can match your brand colors
• Professional design: Shows you've put thought into it

Examples of use:

• Fashion shop: "Men" in blue, "Women" in pink, "Kids" in yellow, "Sale" in red
• Electronics shop: "Computers" in green, "Smartphones" in orange, "Gaming" in purple, "Accessories" in gray
• Sports shop: "Football" in green, "Basketball" in orange, "Tennis" in white, "Fitness" in blue

How it works:

1. Activate Clown Navigation in theme settings under "Clown Navigation"
2. Choose a separate hover color for each of the 10 positions
3. Save and compile the theme

Setup takes 2 minutes. The effect lasts forever.

Design Features – Professional Look for Your Shop

Slider Button Effect – The Hover That Impresses

Animated button effects are a popular design element in professional shops. Instead of a boring color change on hover, the new color elegantly "slides" in from the left. A small detail that makes the difference between "homemade" and "professional".

Shopware 6 only offers a simple color change – done. No animation. No wow effect.

DreamTheme brings the slider effect:

• Background color "slides" smoothly into the button from the left
• Text always stays readable (z-index controlled)
• Elegant 0.5s ease-in-out animation
• Automatically active on all important buttons:    
  • "Add to Cart" button on the product page
  • "Checkout" button in the offcanvas cart
  • Newsletter subscribe button
  • Login and register buttons in checkout

A small detail – but one that makes your shop look more professional and premium.

Accessibility – Ready for Legal Requirements

Accessibility laws are becoming stricter worldwide. In the EU, the European Accessibility Act requires online shops to be accessible. Non-compliance can result in warnings and fines.

DreamTheme was developed with accessibility in mind. We have implemented numerous measures that make your shop more accessible.

Semantic HTML

The foundation of any accessible website is clean, semantic HTML. DreamTheme uses:

• Correct heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3...) for screen readers
• Semantic elements like nav, main, article, aside, footer
• Meaningful link texts instead of "Click here"
• Alt texts for all relevant images

Keyboard Navigation

Not all users can use a mouse. DreamTheme supports full keyboard navigation:

• All interactive elements are reachable via Tab
• Visible focus indicator shows the current position
• Logical tab order through the entire shop
• Skip links to bypass navigation

Contrasts and Readability

Good readability is essential for accessibility – and for all users:

• Sufficient color contrasts according to WCAG 2.1 guidelines
• Scalable font sizes (no fixed pixel values)
• Line spacing for better readability
• No pure color information (always combined with text or icon)

Forms and Error Messages

Forms are often a hurdle for users with impairments. DreamTheme improves form accessibility:

• Clear labels for all input fields
• Erroneous fields are clearly marked
• Error messages describe the problem understandably
• Required fields are clearly marked

Responsive and Touch-Friendly

Accessibility also means: Usable on all devices:

• Touch targets at least 44x44 pixels for easy tapping
• No hover-only functions on touch devices
• Scalable up to 200% zoom without horizontal scrolling
• Works with screen magnifiers and other assistive tools

ARIA Labels and Screen Reader Support

For screen reader users, we have implemented additional measures:

• ARIA labels for icons and buttons without visible text
• ARIA live regions for dynamic content (e.g., cart updates)
• Hidden texts for screen readers on visual elements
• Correct role attributes for complex components

Important note: DreamTheme provides a solid foundation for accessibility. However, full compliance also depends on your content – product descriptions, images, PDFs, and other content must also be designed accessibly. We recommend a professional review of your shop.

Header & Mobile – Optimized for Every Device

Extended Top Header

The top header is the first thing your customers see. In Shopware 6 standard, it's almost empty – just language and currency. Wasted potential.

DreamTheme uses the top header for sales promotion:

3 USP Boxes

Show up to 3 Unique Selling Propositions directly in the header:

• "Free shipping from $50"
• "30-day return policy"
• "Trusted Shops: 4.8/5 stars"

Each box with its own Font Awesome icon. Each box linkable.

Phone Number with Ring Animation

Show your phone number in the header – with an animated phone icon that "rings" on hover. A small eye-catcher that shows: Someone is reachable here.

Service Dropdown

The popular service menu – back in the header. Help, contact, FAQ – all accessible with a hover.

Currency Selector

Activate or deactivate the currency selector as needed. Not every shop needs multiple currencies.

Optimized Mobile Header

Over 60% of all shop visits come from mobile devices. The mobile header must be perfect.

Shopware 6 standard has problems:

• Logo and icons spread across two rows
• Hamburger menu on the left – hard to reach when scrolling one-handed
• Search collapsed by default
• Too much space for too little content

DreamTheme improves the mobile header:

• One row: Logo and all icons in one compact row
• Hamburger on the right: Menu icon positioned on the right – easier to reach when scrolling with thumb
• Search optionally open: Search can be open by default – one less click
• Wishlist hideable: Not every shop needs a wishlist – hide it if you don't use it
• Optimized touch targets: Buttons are large enough to tap

Your mobile header looks more professional – and works better.

Product Listing – Full Control Over Your Categories

Every shop is different. Some sell products with long names, others with short ones. Some want to show the manufacturer, others don't. That's why we give you full control.

1-4 Lines for Product Names

By default, product names in Shopware 6 are displayed in 2 lines. Sometimes that's too much, sometimes not enough.

With DreamTheme, you decide:

• 1 line: For short, concise names. More products at a glance.
• 2 lines: The standard. Works for most shops.
• 3 lines: For longer product names or additional info.
• 4 lines: For detailed descriptions or technical products.

How it works:

Add one of the following CSS classes to your category's layout settings:

• name2gether-1line – for 1 line
• name2gether-3lines – for 3 lines
• name2gether-4lines – for 4 lines

You can even use different settings for different categories.

Stock Badge on Product Cards

Show stock level directly on the product card. Customers immediately see if a product is available – without clicking to the product page first.

Options:

• Badge show/hide
• Position selectable
• Colors customizable

More Listing Features

• Show/hide manufacturer: Not every shop wants to show the manufacturer on the product card.
• Show/hide item number: Important for B2B shops, often unnecessary for B2C.
• "From" price for variants: Show "from $19.99" when the item is available in different variants at different prices.

Product Page – Build Trust, Increase Sales

Stock Badge on Product Image

Show stock level directly on the product image – prominent and impossible to miss.

• Green: Available immediately
• Yellow: Only a few left
• Red: Sold out / Backorder possible

Customers know immediately where they stand.

Color Change for Delivery Time

The delivery time display changes color based on stock level:

• In stock: Green text
• Low stock: Orange text
• Out of stock: Red text

Visual signals that work.

Full Description on Mobile

In Shopware 6 standard, the product description is truncated on mobile devices. A "Show more" link appears. One more click.

DreamTheme shows the full description:

• No "Show more" needed
• Customers see all information immediately
• Better purchase decisions

Footer & Social Media – Trust Through Presence

11 Social Media Icons

Show your social media presence in the footer – with icons in original brand colors.

Supported platforms:

• Facebook (blue)
• Instagram (purple/pink gradient)
• TikTok (black/pink)
• LinkedIn (blue)
• Pinterest (red)
• YouTube (red)
• Vimeo (blue)
• X / Twitter (black)
• Messenger (blue)
• Xing (green)
• Yelp (red)

For each icon:

• Individually enable/disable
• Add custom URL
• Automatic brand color

10 Payment Icons

Show your customers which payment methods you accept. Familiar logos build trust.

Supported payment methods:

• PayPal
• Visa
• Mastercard
• American Express
• Klarna
• SOFORT
• Amazon Pay
• Apple Pay
• Invoice
• SEPA

Each icon individually activatable.

4 Shipping Icons

Supported shipping methods:

• DHL
• DHL Packstation
• DHL Post Office
• UPS

All icons are displayed in the footer – and optionally in the offcanvas cart for extra trust before checkout.

GDPR & Technology – Legally Compliant and Performant

Local Font Awesome Icons

Many themes load Font Awesome from external servers (CDN). That's convenient for the developer – but a risk for you.

The problem: Every connection to an external server transmits data (IP address, browser data). Without user consent, this is in most cases not GDPR compliant. There have already been warnings and lawsuits over externally loaded fonts.

DreamTheme uses exclusively locally stored icons:

• No external requests
• No data transfer to third parties
• 100% GDPR compliant
• Faster load times (no CDN roundtrip)

You can sleep peacefully without worrying about legal issues.

Individual Body Class

You need custom CSS adjustments but don't want to touch the theme? No problem.

DreamTheme offers a configurable body class:

• Enter any CSS class in theme settings
• The class is automatically added to the body tag
• Use the class for custom CSS in a separate plugin or via "Additional CSS"

Example: You enter my-shop-custom. Then you can write CSS like:

.my-shop-custom .product-name { font-size: 18px; }

Your customizations survive theme updates.

More Technical Features

• Consent manager compatible: Works with all common cookie banners like Cookiebot, Usercentrics, or Shopware Cookie Consent Manager
• Shopware 6.6 & 6.7 compatible: Tested and functional with the latest Shopware versions
• Bootstrap compatible: Based on the Bootstrap framework – easily extensible for any web developer
• Clean code: No hacks, no workarounds – clean TWIG templates and SCSS

Plugin Compatibility

DreamTheme is tested and compatible with:

• Nutritional Values and Product Details for LMIV with Nutri-Score – Perfect for food shops

Important note on compatibility:

Our development is based on a standard Shopware 6 installation. We regularly test DreamTheme with the most common plugins.

For plugins from other vendors (third-party and Shopware premium plugins), we recommend:

1. Use our free trial version
2. Install DreamTheme in your shop
3. Test all important features
4. Check compatibility with your other plugins

We cannot guarantee perfect function with all other plugins. If you encounter problems, contact us – we're happy to help.

Made in Germany – Personal Support

DreamTheme is developed by great2gether – a German Shopware agency based in Cologne.

We're not an anonymous plugin factory. We're shop owners and developers like you – and we know what matters.

This means for you:

• Support in German and English: No language barriers, no misunderstandings
• Personal contacts: You reach real people, not chatbots
• Regular updates: We keep DreamTheme current – for every new Shopware version
• Fast response times: We know your shop is your business

Contact:

• Phone: +49 2203 5651122
• Email: Via our contact form at great2gether.com
• Appointment: Book directly online for personal consultation

Get Started Now

You have 2 options:

1. Try for free: Test DreamTheme for 30 days. Full functionality. No credit card required. If it doesn't fit, just cancel.
2. Subscribe directly: Start immediately with all features and benefit from regular updates and support.

What you get:

• Popular Shopware 5 features brought back
• Clown Navigation with 10 individual hover colors
• 120+ settings without programming
• Conversion optimization for more sales
• Trust signals for more confidence
• Accessibility features
• GDPR-compliant local icons
• Regular updates
• Personal support from Germany

DreamTheme | by great2gether

The best of Shopware 5 – now in Shopware 6.

Made in Germany. Made for E-Commerce.

DreamTheme in Action

See for yourself – these shops use DreamTheme:

• darmboutique.de
• sprit-schleuder.com
• super-mega-slider.de

Check out how real shops use DreamTheme – and what's possible for your shop too.

DreamTheme | by great2gether

The best of Shopware 5 – now in Shopware 6.

Made in Germany. Made for E-Commerce.