Free WordPress themes are great for blogs or projects that require minimal investment. They are also perfect for people who are new to building websites with WordPress and can be used to learn on.
Free themes are not for everyone or every project, though. There are many times when a free WordPress theme is lacking in functionality, design, and customization options. In those cases, a premium theme from professional developers like StudioPress can offer theme solutions that far exceed what a free theme may offer.
Nevertheless, there is an important place for free WordPress themes and so here I have a small collection of some of the latest themes for February 2012…
1. ColorWay
A very clean theme that can work for many different types of businesses. Offers a homepage image slider and gallery page template. Can also be used for a blog based website.
Demo | Download Free Version | Premium Version Info
2. Wootique
I’m very excited to showcase this free WordPress theme from WooThemes for use with their (also free) WooCommerce plugin. I have never seen a free eCommerce theme and backend solution this powerful and well designed. Another great free WordPress theme for 2012.
Demo | Download
3. Skeleton
Wow, another fantastic free WordPress theme find. I like it so much I almost want to keep it for myself! Ok, fine, here ya go. Skeleton is a responsive (means it works great on different devices such as mobile phones and tablets), simple, and lightweight WordPress theme. This theme also includes eCommerce functionality as well as a forum component making it great for selling products and for customer support. My pick so far for best free WordPress theme in 2012.
Demo | Download
4. Leadescent
Leadescent is an awesome WordPress theme which is great for any blogger who wants to impress their readers with their contents and a premium quality design blog at no cost.
Demo | Download
5. gRID!
And finally, we have a very elegant, clean and fast loading WordPress theme with minimalistic approach. Super design with premium functions for free.
These are indeed great -looking themes Ryan! Thank you for sharing! I think I will install Skeleton on a membership site I am doing.
I wonder if you use video instead of pictures in any of the themes…