System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: pearl-website

1. Introduction

The pearl-website is a digital platform designed to showcase the work of a fashion designer, combining a portfolio of collections and events with e-commerce functionality. The website will reflect an aesthetic Indian touch, blending cultural richness with modern elegance to appeal to a diverse audience. It will serve as both a creative showcase and a functional shopping experience, enabling customers to explore the designer's work, learn about upcoming events, and purchase products online.

This document outlines the system requirements for the pearl-website, ensuring alignment with Meghna Rajawat's vision and the needs of the target audience in India.

2. System Overview

The pearl-website will be a responsive, visually stunning platform that highlights the designer's collections, events, and brand story while offering seamless e-commerce functionality. It will include:

• A portfolio section for showcasing the designer's creations.
• An events section to inform users about upcoming exhibitions, shows, or launches.
• An e-commerce module for browsing, selecting, and purchasing products.
• A testimonials section to build trust and credibility by sharing customer feedback.
• A design aesthetic inspired by Indian culture, featuring vibrant colors, traditional patterns, and elegant typography.

The website will cater to multiple user personas, including customers, guests, and administrators, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for all.

3. Functional Requirements

As a User:

• I should be able to browse the designer's collections and view detailed product images and descriptions.
• I should be able to add products to a shopping cart and proceed to secure checkout.
• I should be able to view upcoming events and RSVP if required.
• I should be able to read testimonials from other customers.
• I should be able to contact the designer through a form or provided contact details.

As an Admin:

• I should be able to upload and manage product listings, including images, descriptions, and prices.
• I should be able to manage event details, including dates, locations, and RSVP options.
• I should be able to approve and display customer testimonials.
• I should be able to update the brand story and other static content on the website.

As a Guest:

• I should be able to browse collections and events without logging in.
• I should be able to view testimonials and contact the designer.

Additional Requirement:

• As a User, I should be able to selectively trigger a re-run to regenerate the System Requirements Document (SRD) for updates or revisions.

4. User Personas

1. User (Customer)

• Description: Individuals interested in purchasing the designer's products or attending events.
• Goals: Explore collections, shop online, RSVP for events, and read testimonials.

2. Admin

• Description: The designer or their team responsible for managing website content and operations.
• Goals: Maintain product listings, update event details, approve testimonials, and manage static content.

3. Guest

• Description: Visitors who are exploring the website without logging in.
• Goals: Browse collections, view events, read testimonials, and contact the designer.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

Inspired by Indian aesthetics, the updated color palette will feature earthy yet vibrant tones:

• Background: #FAF3E0 (Warm Ivory)
• Surface: #E09F3E (Burnt Orange)
• Text: #5C3D2E (Dark Cocoa Brown)
• Accent: #A4243B (Rich Maroon)
• Muted Tones: #C5C3C6 (Soft Taupe Gray)

This palette reflects the warmth and vibrancy of Indian culture while maintaining a sophisticated and modern look.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Peacock Feather Homepage
The homepage will feature a dynamic, interactive design inspired by the elegance of peacock feathers, a symbol of Indian beauty and grace.

Key Features:

• Scroll Animation: As users scroll, the homepage will reveal sections through the unfolding of peacock feathers, with intricate Indian motifs subtly animating across the screen.
• Micro-interactions: Hovering over product images will create a shimmering effect, mimicking the iridescence of peacock feathers.
• Color Shifts: The background will subtly transition between earthy tones (e.g., warm ivory to rich maroon) as users navigate through sections, creating a luxurious and immersive experience.
• Typography: Elegant, serif fonts inspired by Indian calligraphy will be used for headings, paired with clean sans-serif fonts for body text.

This design will make the website unforgettable, blending cultural richness with cutting-edge interactivity.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The website must be responsive and optimized for mobile devices.
• Page load times should not exceed 3 seconds.
• The e-commerce module must support secure payment gateways popular in India (e.g., UPI, Paytm, and credit/debit cards).
• The website must comply with GDPR and Indian data protection regulations.
• The testimonials section must allow for moderation before publishing.
• The SRD regeneration feature must be intuitive and user-friendly.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (preferred) or MariaDB, using Alembic for migrations

AI Models:

• GPT 5.2 for user-friendly responses

AI Tools:

• Langchain

Local Orchestration:

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration:

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

• The website will primarily target users in India, so the default currency will be INR, and the timezone will be IST.
• The designer will provide high-quality images and content for the collections and events.
• The testimonials section will require manual approval by the admin before publishing.
• The e-commerce module will support a maximum of 500 products initially.
• The SRD regeneration feature will require backend support for selective updates.

10. Glossary

• Responsive Design: A design approach ensuring the website works seamlessly on devices of all sizes.
• E-commerce Module: Features enabling online shopping, including product catalogs, shopping carts, and checkout systems.
• Testimonials: Customer feedback displayed on the website to build trust and credibility.
• Micro-interactions: Small, subtle animations or effects that enhance user experience.
• Peacock Feather Animation: A design concept inspired by the elegance of peacock feathers, used for the homepage.
• SRD Regeneration: A feature enabling users to selectively trigger updates to the System Requirements Document.

This document captures the updated requirements for the pearl-website, incorporating Meghna's vision for a fashion designer's platform that is both functional and aesthetically captivating.