Bohemian style is revered not only by designers, but also by girls all over the world. It is multifaceted, original, luxurious, and an ideal option for freedom-loving natures. All the features of this fashion trend are best reflected in a boho dress, which successfully intertwines vintage, ethnic motifs, and gypsy flavor. Fabrics of different density and texture can easily coexist in one outfit. A mandatory condition is the naturalness of the materials, because in bohemian chic, an emphasized closeness to nature is extremely important.
Features of style
Boho chic is a fusion of hippie, gypsy and ethnic elements. Comfort is a key factor when choosing fabrics and models for designers. The image, collected in the spirit of boho, is multi-layered, it consists of flowing flying elements.
The basic rule of style is to always maintain a balance of taste: it is better to remove a few pieces of jewelry than to overdo it.
Outfits are often complemented by belts – both wide and narrow. Even several belts, made of fabric or leather, can be used in one look. Boho style dresses suit almost all women, the main thing is to choose the right model. Styles with ruffles and frills are advisable for fragile representatives of the fair sex, as they add additional volume. Stylists advise ladies with curves to pay attention to models with a belt or a lace at the waist, with their help you can visually form a harmonious figure of the "hourglass" type.
Popular models
The most popular styles of boho dresses are shirts, wrap-around models, loose fit, trapeze. The style is characterized by:
- frills, flounces;
- tassels, ribbons;
- maxi and midi length;
- flowing silhouettes;
- use of flowing fabrics with patterns;
- ethnic patterns, geometric prints;
- decor with an abundance of leather elements.
With such a variety, there is a suitable option for a representative of the fair sex with any type of figure. At the same time, bohemian chic is ideal for women of any age. Baby doll models are organic in the boho style. An abundance of ruffles, a fitted cut, medium length, as well as neutral shades - this option is optimal for young ladies. Straight-cut dresses decorated with fringe are suitable for the autumn period. Long chiffon outfits with a high waist will be excellent companions for the summer season, a vacation on the coast.
When creating an image, stylists provide a certain freedom of choice. You can decide what to wear with a boho dress based on your own comfort. Multilayered tunic dresses are chicly combined with other clothing items - trousers, shorts, jeans. However, a knee-length model made of chiffon, poplin or cambric is also beautiful when worn alone, especially in the hot summer. To complete the look, you should choose shoes with lots of straps and a wide-brimmed straw hat. Shirt-style dresses are also actively used in bohemian style. They are made of cotton, natural suede, and such models are often decorated with fringe and embroidery.
Dresses in stylistic directions
The boho style has several stylistic directions:
- rustic;
- glamorous;
- eco;
- new hippie;
- vintage;
- classic.
The glamorous trend is the most feminine, romantic, and gentle. A stylish boho linen dress will be a great option for sophisticated natures, suitable for dates and even a wedding. The basis of the trend is light, flowing, translucent fabrics: organza, chiffon, cambric, linen, gauze. Prints are unobtrusive ornaments, flowers. The color scheme is dominated by muted pink, the entire spectrum of neutral shades, blue, light green, caramel, white. Models are decorated with ruffles, flounces, lace ribbons.
Classic boho is dresses made of velvet, jacquard, guipure, with the obligatory presence of straight, clear lines.
Eco-boho is distinguished by the abundant use of wool fibers, cashmere, linen. Natural shades are relevant: a warm boho dress can most often be found in gray or brown. The most popular are elongated tunic sweaters and fitted items. Gray models are ideally combined with a cashmere jumper and suede over-the-knee boots. This interweaving of textures looks exquisite and provides maximum comfort. Also, a crocheted boho dress can be attributed to the eco-direction. A neutral tone is chosen for the fabric, the most simple, uncomplicated pattern is desirable.
New hippie is distinguished by the use of bright colors, an abundance of ornaments and prints on fabrics. Summer dresses in the boho style of a free cut, abundantly decorated with fringe, should be combined with flat shoes, wide-brimmed hats and all sorts of brightly colored jewelry. Sets of bracelets on the hand look great in such a look.
Vintage boho is an image with a hint of nostalgia for the past. It uses mostly muted shades, oversized cuts and a wide variety of retro accessories: handbags, satchels, berets, vintage hats of small sizes.
Rustic is the embodiment of Provencal charm. Outfits are made of light, weightless fabrics, complemented by naturalistic decor. Floral and plant motifs traditionally predominate among prints.
Models of stylish dresses in the boho style can be made exclusively in one of the directions or combine several subtypes.
Classification by purpose
Everyday outfits are created by designers from fabric with prints, with a small amount of frills or fringe, or, as an option, a complete lack of decor. A characteristic feature of summer boho dresses is a flowing cut that does not prevent the body from breathing. The sleeve can be either short or long, models for the hot season are sewn mainly from chiffon or natural cotton fabric of varying density.
An evening dress in boho style can be truly luxurious, as the fashion houses Valentino and Roberto Cavalli prove every year. Italian boho dresses are distinguished by their midi length, abundant use of velvet, lace and flounces. Shades can be neutral (soft pink, nude, beige) or deep, as close to natural as possible (emerald, deep blue, burgundy, black, brown). The satin boho dress deserves special attention, it is ideal for a bride in a rustic look.
Length options
The boho style involves the use of completely different lengths of the outfit: mini, knee-length, midi, and maxi. Young girls can safely choose short options, older women should give preference to models slightly above or below the knee. Stylish floor-length dresses in the boho style suit everyone, without the slightest age restrictions. Features and compatibility of three classic length options:
- Mini. Light airy dresses or tunics can be worn solo, complemented with denim shorts or jeans themselves. This option is ideal for a young girl with a slender build. If you need to hide voluminous hips, a tunic with a high waist is ideal.
- Midi. In fact, knee-length boho dresses are not very common, but in the latest shows of fashion designers (Roberto Cavalli and others) you can see interesting models of this length. A summer knee-length boho dress organically combines with flat sandals or small square heels.
- Maxi. The most favorite length of fans of this trend. These can be both evening dresses and everyday models, which are ideal for the summer season and a trip to the resort.
Long boho dresses are perfect for tall ladies. Petite girls should pay attention to midi or shortened versions, which allow you to stretch the silhouette, add a few desired centimeters of height.
Bohemian style floor-length dresses are perfect for ladies of all ages – from very young beauties to respectable ladies.
Materials of manufacture
Preference is given to natural materials: wool, silk, linen, cotton, suede. Lace details and fringe are also found. Fabrics can be either plain or printed. Style lovers especially value products made of genuine leather or its premium analogues. The dress itself does not necessarily have to be leather; a belt or jacket can be made of this material.
A luxurious look is provided by a cotton or linen boho dress belted with a textile cord, a suede vest and a kid jacket or trench coat worn over it. The secret lies in the combination of textures and different fabric densities in one set. In general, a boho linen dress is an unchanging trend of recent seasons, often seen in Italian designers. Not a single Dolce&Gabbana, Valentino, Miu Miu show was held without a fashionable novelty made of this natural fabric.
Color options
The color palette is laconic and as close as possible to natural shades: white, beige, burgundy, brown, emerald, caramel. The main tones are black, brown, cream, khaki and olive. Shades of precious metals are also actively used.
In one image, lovers of bohemian style use several colors, but it is better not to overdo it and stop at 3-4. For example, a combination of a white boho dress with brown leather cowboy boots, a caramel suede jacket and a bag of the same shade looks exquisite. You can complement the image with colored accessories.
Fabrics are used in solid colors, as well as with all sorts of prints and ornaments in ethnic style. Boho style is inspired by various national cultures from different corners of the Earth, so a slight touch of exoticism is its integral attribute. Floral motifs and geometric patterns are also popular. A summer boho dress decorated with prints of sakura or hydrangea looks exquisite and impressive.
Creating a fashionable image
In order for the image to be complete, it is necessary to choose the right shoes, jewelry and accessories. We must not forget about the style's gravitation towards natural materials, closeness to nature - ultra-modern models and textures will be out of place here.
Shoes
When deciding what shoes to combine with a boho dress, it is important to remember about naturalness and comfort. In most cases, leather and suede options in natural warm shades are suitable, for example, boots with a wide shaft to mid-calf, knee-high and higher. They can be made on a solid sole or on a wide medium heel. Leather boots with thin lacing look authentic, they will perfectly complement the image of jeans, a cotton tunic dress and a suede vest. In the summer, it is worth giving preference to sandals with a smooth sole, which can be abundantly decorated with stones, coins, leather details. Stylists also recommend gladiator sandals, sandals with a low wedge or thick heel.
Stiletto heels, glass heels and other elegant shoe models are not suitable for the boho style.
Accessories
The basic complement to the style is considered to be wide and narrow leather belts, which are ideally combined with loose cotton or linen dresses. When choosing jewelry, special attention should be paid to gold and gold-plated items: earrings, bracelets and rings. Stylists advise choosing either several fairly large accessories, or many thin and small ones, for example, 5-6 narrow bracelets per hand. Accessories related to the boho style include:
- turbans, as well as various headbands (they can be laconic and elegant or richly decorated with stones);
- voluminous scarves made of silk or wool;
- wide-brimmed hats;
- roomy shoulder bags or shoppers;
- glitter flash tattoos (only suitable for young girls in the summer).
Wide scarves and kerchiefs suit women of any age and color type, the main thing is to choose the right shade.
The boho style does not reject the use of compact handbags; these can be leather, woven, fabric, or made of genuine suede.
Boho style is femininity, relaxation, complete confidence in one's own irresistibility. Having originated in the last century, the trend does not lose its relevance, becoming more popular with each fashion season. Natural fabrics, an abundance of decor allow you to experiment every time, and the "right" shoes and accessories create a complete image.
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