The Tivoli Audio Boutique Blends Retro Design With Modern Features

Most Bluetooth speakers tend to sacrifice style for function, often taking the form of bulky, utilitarian black boxes. But Tivoli Audio has long challenged that norm, and its latest model – the Tivoli Audio Boutique – aims to prove that speakers can look as good as they sound.

True to Tivoli’s design philosophy, the Boutique embraces a warm, retro-modern aesthetic that wouldn’t feel out of place in a mid-century living room or a boutique hotel suite. Housed in a compact wooden cabinet and accented with a clean metal grille, the Boutique manages to be both a speaker and a decor piece. It’s available in three finishes: walnut with gold accents, white with silver, and black-on-black. The walnut and gold variant, in particular, exudes a vintage charm that gives off serious Eames-era vibes.

Measuring just 4.5 inches on all sides, the Boutique is truly petite, allowing it to fit on a nightstand, bookshelf, or desk without crowding the space. Its compact form factor makes it especially ideal for smaller environments like bedrooms, offices, or hotel rooms – places where functionality and design both matter.

The Boutique integrates a number of thoughtful, modern features. On the top of the speaker are USB-A and USB-C charging ports, perfect for powering your phone or other small devices overnight. On the rear, you’ll find buttons for power, Bluetooth pairing, and volume adjustment – a practical, if slightly inconvenient, placement that could make quick access a bit awkward depending on where you place it. Thankfully, volume can also be adjusted via your connected device.

The Boutique connects via Bluetooth, making it compatible with nearly any modern smartphone, tablet, or laptop. There’s no Wi-Fi, voice assistant, or app-based control here – just a clean, straightforward listening experience.

The speaker features a 3-inch full-range driver, which should be sufficient for background listening or casual use, though those seeking booming bass or room-filling audio may want to look elsewhere. Tivoli hasn’t yet released detailed specs or sample sound demos, and we haven’t tested the speaker in person. However, based on the company’s reputation and the Boutique’s intended use, it’s safe to expect a warm, balanced sound tailored more for ambiance than analytical listening.

Designed specifically for intimate spaces, the Boutique isn’t trying to compete with audiophile systems or smart home hubs. Instead, it carves out a niche as an elegant, lifestyle-focused speaker that blends seamlessly into stylish interiors while offering just the right amount of tech convenience.

The Tivoli Audio Boutique Bluetooth speaker is available now for $149.99 from tivoliaudio.com.

Photography courtesy of Tivoli Audio.