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Ailsa
Ailsa is a personal blog WordPress theme by VictorThemes. It gives bloggers a clean, minimalist layout for sharing stories, photos and ideas, with several blog layouts and options for changing colors, fonts and page structure without writing code.
- Version
- 1.7.1
- Released
- Jan 23, 2026
- Developer
- VictorThemes
- Type
- WordPress theme
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Ailsa 1.7.1
Version 1.7.1
Latest
- ImprovedPHP 8 error fix
- ImprovedDemo import PHP 8 error fix
- ImprovedImport files updated
- ImprovedTranslation
What it does
Many bloggers want a site that looks tidy and puts their writing first, without spending hours on design work. This theme takes a minimalist approach so posts and images stay at the center of the page. It suits people who are just starting a blog as well as those who have been writing for a while and want a fresh, uncluttered look for their content.
You can pick from standard, grid or mixed list layouts for your blog, depending on how you want posts to appear. Colors, fonts and layouts can be adjusted to match your personal style without coding. The theme is responsive and retina ready, so text and images stay sharp on desktops, tablets and phones, and it works with Visual Composer and Bootstrap for building pages.
Best for
- Personal bloggers sharing stories, photos and ideas
- New bloggers who want a clean look without coding
- Writers who prefer a minimalist, content-first design
Features
Standard blog layout
Present posts in a classic standard layout that gives each article plenty of room, a good fit for longer stories and essays.
Grid and mixed list layouts
Switch to a grid or a mixed list layout when you want readers to scan many posts at once on your blog pages.
Customizable colors and fonts
Change colors, fonts and layouts to suit your personal brand, all handled through theme options with no coding required.
Responsive design
Pages adapt to desktops, tablets and smartphones, so readers get a usable layout whatever device they visit from.
Retina ready visuals
Images and design elements are prepared for high resolution screens, keeping photos and graphics crisp on modern displays.
Visual Composer compatibility
The theme works with the Visual Composer page builder, giving you a visual way to arrange content on your pages.
Built with Bootstrap
Compatibility with the Bootstrap framework supports the theme's responsive grid and consistent layout across screen sizes.
Minimalist look
A clean, modern style keeps distractions to a minimum so your writing and photos stay the focus for readers.
Questions about Ailsa
What blog layouts can I choose from?
The theme includes standard, grid and mixed list layouts. Standard suits long reads, while grid and mixed list options let visitors browse several posts at once. You can choose the one that best fits the type of content you publish.
Can I change the design without knowing how to code?
Yes. Colors, fonts and layouts can be adjusted through the theme's customization options, so you can match the blog to your personal style without editing any code.
Will my blog look good on phones and tablets?
The theme is fully responsive and retina ready. Layouts adjust to desktops, tablets and smartphones, and images and visual elements stay sharp on high resolution screens.
Does it work with a page builder?
It is compatible with Visual Composer, which lets you arrange page content visually. It also works with the Bootstrap framework, which supports its responsive layout.
Is Ailsa free?
The code of Ailsa is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Ailsa is this?
Version 1.7.1, released Jan 23, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Ailsa?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Ailsa automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
