Some people prefer themes that are remarkably clean and simple. They want to have the standard black text on a white background with as few distractions as possible. Taking a slightly different approach is the Motion Theme for WordPress.

While some users may say that using light-colored text on a dark background hearkens back to the Geocities days of yore, that color scheme actually works with this theme. It’s very slick and stylish, featuring a dark aqua background to go with its white text. What makes this theme even more unique is its transparency features. You can see through the body areas to the flowing background behind them.

The Motion theme also features a drop-down categories menu and a simple two-column layout, as well as a spot near the header for a 468 x 60 pixel banner. Both the footer and sidebar are widget-ready too, so the coding aspect will be quite easy for even WordPress novices.

Go to the free themes directory on WordPress.org for more information, a live preview, and the free download link.