Building a Boutique Website: Small Business, Big Personality
- Laura Kuhn

- Nov 17
- 3 min read

In a digital world full of cookie-cutter templates and soulless scrolls, your website shouldn’t blend in—it should stand out like a French Quarter balcony at sunset.
Whether you're a solopreneur, a creative professional, or a boutique business owner, your website isn’t just a place to park your services—it’s the heart of your brand, the first impression, and your 24/7 storefront. And it should look, sound, and feel unmistakably you.
At Midnight Boheme, we specialize in crafting custom websites with big personality, tailored for businesses that want to make magic—not just sales.
🎨 Personality Over Template
Sure, you could plug your info into a basic Wix template. But will it spark joy? Will it feel like your voice, your vibe, your story?
Probably not.
That’s why we start with you:
What makes your brand tick?
What do your clients say about working with you?
What’s your vibe—sophisticated and minimal, or playful and bold?
Once we get to know you, we build a site that reflects that unique identity, from color palette to copy tone, button shapes to image treatment.
✨ Your website should feel like walking into your creative studio, café, gallery, or boutique—even if it’s virtual.
🧩 Made to Fit (Not Force)
Big corporate sites can get away with being generic. You can’t. Your audience is looking for connection, not corporate.
We design boutique websites that:
Showcase your work or offerings with elegance
Feel personal and inviting, not salesy or stiff
Work beautifully across mobile, tablet, and desktop
Guide your visitors clearly (book now, browse your portfolio, place an order)
Whether you’re a graphic designer, florist, stylist, performer, wellness coach, or artisan maker—we tailor your site to fit your craft and your client flow.
✏️ Copy That Speaks in Your Voice
Let’s face it: most website writing is... blah. But you’re not blah, and your copy shouldn’t be either.
We write (or refine) homepage headlines, about pages, bios, and CTAs that:
Match your personality—sassy, soulful, or straight to the point
Sound human, not corporate
Guide readers to action without pressure
🗣 “Let’s Work Together” can say a whole lot more when said your way.
🖼️ Visual Storytelling That Connects
We’re visual thinkers (obviously). So we design your site to be immersive and expressive. That includes:
Bold hero images that draw people in
Custom iconography or illustrations
Cohesive typography and layout that mirrors your brand feel
Photo curation and art direction so your visuals flow seamlessly
If you’re local to New Orleans, we often tie in regional charm or cultural motifs to ground your brand in place—without resorting to clichés.
💡 Case Studies: Boutique Brands We’ve Brought to Life
A few of our favorite projects:
Trixie’s Burlesque Boutique✨ Sultry, playful, and just the right amount of sass. A digital boutique with vintage flair.
Sweet Olive Soap Works🌿 A clean, natural design with earthy colors and elegant simplicity.
Carrolltonian Press📚 Bookish charm meets indie print shop vibes. A literary aesthetic with a modern edge.
New Orleans Spring Fiesta Association🌺 A nonprofit site that feels festive, organized, and steeped in Southern charm.
Things To Do New Orleans – A vibrant, user-friendly website designed to showcase the best of New Orleans for locals and visitors alike. The layout features bold visuals, engaging icons, and intuitive navigation that make exploring attractions, events, dining, and nightlife effortless. With curated categories, clear calls to action, and a lively color palette inspired by the city’s energy, the site offers a dynamic guide to discovering New Orleans. It’s a modern, welcoming resource that captures the spirit, flavor, and excitement of the Crescent City.
🛠️ You Deserve a Site That’s as Unique as Your Brand
There’s no one-size-fits-all here. Midnight Boheme builds boutique websites with:
Custom design (no off-the-shelf lookalikes)
Mobile optimization
Integrated branding
Copywriting support
SEO basics baked in
Training videos so you can update confidently
You’re not just building a website—you’re building your brand’s online home. Let’s make it unforgettable.
Midnight Boheme✨ Boutique Website Design for Creatives & Small Businesses
Based in New Orleans | Designed to stand out anywhere Let’s bring your site to life ➝
