Reinterpreting the Meaning of Boho Chic, Today
Boho as in bohemian: a free, informal, eclectic style, often unconventional. Chic as in refined, elegant. Together, they create a hybrid aesthetic that blends vintage influences, creative freedom, and an appreciation for detail.
Made famous in the early 2000s by several entertainment icons and associated with the festival scene, boho chic has its roots in the hippy culture of the 60s and 70s. Today, it has been reinvented: it's no longer just maxi skirts, fringes, and crochet tops, but opens up to a more measured elegance, made of soft fabrics, light embroidery, and layers designed for urban settings too.
A lace-insert shirt paired with floral print trousers or a long cotton skirt. Or a voile tunic, with details that echo the light brown of ramie canvas trousers: these are two boho chic outfits that easily adapt to everyday commitments.
Among the symbolic garments of boho chic style, the dress undoubtedly takes pride of place. Maxi-length, reaching the ankles or feet, it stands out for sophisticated patterns, flared or A-line cuts, and light, deliberately relaxed fabrics that add movement and lightness to the wearer.
The printed cady dress in a wonderful shade of red, the long chemise with turquoise hues, or the voile dress with embroidery represent perfect interpretations of boho chic style. They are worn with flat sandals and few (or no) accessories: because this style embraces breathing room and simplicity. And if you're not a fan of floral patterns, you'll love the Scottish check print of the cotton and silk dress.