{"id":143406,"date":"2023-05-03T16:54:25","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T21:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpengine.com\/?p=143406"},"modified":"2025-05-14T13:31:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T18:31:31","slug":"introducing-frost-version-1-0","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpengine.com\/case-studies\/introducing-frost-version-1-0\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing Frost Version 1.0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

At the end of 2021\u2014and in alignment with WP Engine\u2019s core value of \u201cCommitted to Give Back<\/a>\u201d\u2014the block-based Full Site Editing theme, Frost, was acquired<\/a> and open-sourced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By freely distributing Frost to a growing user base, it became an experimental theme that not only helped WordPress builders familiarize themselves with the new Site Editor, it served as the foundation for educational content<\/a> produced by our Developer Relations team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The release of WordPress 6.2<\/a> marked a significant milestone for Frost. With seamless integration of new settings from WordPress core, the theme received a range of updates, enhanced features, and expanded functionality, making it more adaptable and capable than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With those new features now launched, we\u2019re excited to present Frost v1.0<\/a>, a cutting-edge WordPress theme that seamlessly blends exquisite design with powerful functionality. Frost boasts a robust feature set that makes it the perfect choice for agencies seeking to create visually stunning and high-performing websites that set themselves apart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frost v1.0 is a cutting-edge WordPress theme that seamlessly blends exquisite design with powerful functionality<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The enhanced version of Frost features a refreshed color palette, boasting eight vibrant and versatile hues<\/a> for added style diversity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frost v1.0 features a refreshed color palette, including eight vibrant and versatile hues for added style diversity<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, we\u2019ve introduced full-page pattern layouts<\/a> to elevate the design experience. Finally, we\u2019ve strategically employed fluid spacing<\/a> and adaptive typography<\/a> to ensure seamless responsiveness, creating a visually engaging and dynamic user experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are excited to announce that, besides being accessible for download and collaborative contributions via GitHub<\/a>, Frost has expanded its presence by joining the esteemed WordPress theme directory<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This further amplifies the availability and reach of our theme, ensuring that more users can benefit from its incredible features. It also amplifies the invaluable role Frost plays as a part of WP Engine\u2019s wider Builder Experience toolset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bringing together an ecosystem of plugins, themes, and other open source frameworks WordPress developers love to build with, we\u2019re excited to continue growing our BX toolset for the modern WordPress developer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more about WP Engine\u2019s Builder toolset here<\/a>, and learn more about our industry-leading WordPress platform at casestudies26.wpengine.com<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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