How to Decorate a Funky Boutique

Consider the kind of items you are selling at your boutique. The decorating style of your store should reflect the merchandise you have available. For example, if you sell antiques, use refinished armoires, tables and trunks to display merchandise on. If your boutique is meant to be a trendy clothing store for women, keep the décor, display racks and mannequins contemporary so that they coincide with the clothing being sold.

Divide the boutique into sections. If you own a clothing boutique, separate the store into sections such as men's clothing, women's clothing and accessories. If your boutique sells home furnishings, arrange it so similar items are near each other, such as tables and lamps in one area and picture frames and clocks in another. Creating a logical, organized flow will help customers to better navigate the store.

Paint the walls in colors that reflect the mood of the store. If you are going for a classy, elegant look, paint the walls a dark cream, light brown or other earth tones. If you want a store that will seem eccentric and off-the-wall, paint each wall a different, bright color like lime green, magenta and purple.

Hang wall art that evokes the spirit of the store. For example, if you want your boutique to have an edgy ambiance, hang abstract prints or paintings created by a local artist. If your boutique is aimed at younger consumers, consider hiring an artist to paint a colorful graffiti-style mural on the wall that will grab people's attention.

Choose the lighting that best suits your boutique. If you sell interior décor and furniture, use table lamps, sconces or chandeliers to make customers feel like they are at home in an intimate setting. If you want your boutique to have an alternative look, use bright overhead lights to brighten up the store. Shine small spotlights on wall art and mannequins to bring attention to them.

Create cozy areas for your customers. Boutiques differ from other stores in that they are more intimate and upscale. Buy a few overstuffed couches, chairs and ottomans and set them around the store, such as near the dressing rooms or near the checkout counter. Having plush, comfortable seating available makes your boutique more inviting and gives your customers a place to sit, chat and discuss their potential purchases.