How To Wear The Boho Trend
What is Boho Fashion?
Drawing inspiration from the carefree days of the 60s and 70s, boho is a fashion movement characterised by flowing silhouettes, relaxed prints and a lasting sense of effortlessness. Embracing soft, warm tones with easy lightweight textures, the boho trend found itself at the forefront of the fashion set’s wardrobes with the likes of Sienna Miller and Kate Moss often being associated with the style, inspiring a whole generation of festival goers and summer holidayers to embrace print, relaxed denim and soft shades.
Seen all over the catwalks this season (and last), boho aficionados Chloé lead the way in the trend’s new, grown-up resurgence, thanks to creative director Chemena Kamali. On its return, the trend has a smarter, more elevated feel with details such as exaggerated sleeves and feminine details. Flowing skirts and dresses combine with luxury fabrics, contemporary accessories and pops of colour to achieve a chic, stylish and put-together boho look. With delicate chiffon, cotton and lace, the boho trend is all about intricate details, soft feminine prints and warm shades for the season ahead.
Boho Fashion in 2025
Boho fashion has well and truly had its resurgence and is set to be a huge trend through 2025, from summer dresses to chic textural layering. Embrace details like ruffling, romantic silhouettes and traditional floral print to achieve that quintessential bohemian finish. Read on to discover our guide to dressing for the boho trend in 2025.
What Brands are Good for Boho Clothing?
Brands like DÔEN are perfect for embracing the boho trend thanks to their elegant, prints, lightweight fabrics and fluid silhouettes. Another winner for boho prints is Mille, offering long skirts and relaxed tops that give a perfectly whimsical vibe; with pieces that look just as great on your summer beach holiday as they do out and about in the city.
Along with flowing dresses and floaty blouses, denim is a key styling piece for taking on boho styling with brands like AG, Citizens of Humanity and MOTHER coming through with contemporary barrel leg jeans that are just perfect for the trend. Their exaggerated, ballon-shaped silhouette is the perfect denim shape, exuding a cool, free-spirited look that blends perfectly with effortless tops and chic jackets for a modern twist on the aesthetic. Try AG’s Hattie, Citizens of Humanity’s Miro or MOTHER’s The Half Pipe and for all our tips and tricks on styling barrel legs, read the guide here.
Boho Summer Outfits
Boho styling makes summer an absolute breeze – whether you can’t resist a great dress or prefer a top-and-jeans combination. For the former, throw on a floral midi dress in soft organic cotton, then pair with a sandal and coordinating leather bag for instant bohemian vibes. Alternatively, opt for a similar print in the form of a floaty v-neck blouse paired with a relaxed denim short or easy, slow slung jean in a classic light blue wash.
Boho Winter Outfits
Don’t be fooled – boho isn’t all whimsy summer dresses for warm weather layering. The trend relies on layering for its effortless aesthetic, so can be worn through the autumn and winter seasons too. Start with a barrel or relaxed wide leg jean, then for cold days try layering a roll neck under your favourite flowy blouse. Add a vest or waistcoat in a contrasting denim shade, then finish the look with an oversized coat for warmth and western-inspired leather boots.
Boho Dresses
Dresses are a boho staple, and are an easy way to dabble with the ethereal, carefree vibe of the trend. The key is flowy silhouettes, soft fabrics and warm shades for a look that looks and feels completely effortless
How to Wear Boho for Formal Events
That feminine floral dress you paired with flats for a day in the city? Add a smart heeled sandal to instantly achieve best-dressed-wedding-guest status. For high summer events, try a bolder shade to really embrace sunny season.
Edgy Boho Outfits
To add a touch of edge to your boho-inspired look, try including leather accessories – think boots with dresses, an oversized shoulder bag juxtaposed with your favourite floral midi or a relaxed blouse and denim shorts.
Boho Style Jeans
The key with boho denim is to stick to those easy, relaxed silhouettes that ooze uncomplicated coolness and ensure your boho outfits really hit the ground running. This is why we love the barrel leg – it ticks the cool and contemporary box whilst being the perfect match for more traditional boho pieces like floral blouses, layering jackets and silky soft fabrics.
As well as the barrel, wide leg denim gives that effortless look that’s equal parts elevated and laid-back. A universally flattering leg shape, the wide leg jean can be seamlessly styled with dainty, elegant pieces to achieve the perfect look.
Classically associated with the era, flared and bootcut jeans are both key denim shapes to embrace when emulating bohemian dressing. Colour wise, a mid-wash is a classic that gives the truly authentic finish desired by the boho trend, whilst super washed light blues are equally the perfect partner for the soft pastel shades of the moment.
FAQs
What Colours are Boho?
Boho fashion is typically made up of soft, earthy shades that refer to the nostalgic bohemian influences of the 60s and 70s. However, colour lovers shouldn’t be afraid to add a pop of bright to their boho looks, with rich jewel tones also a key detail of this prevailing trend – try trending hue cherry red.
Can You Wear Boho Fashion in Winter?
Of course – the trick is layering. Adding waistcoats, jackets and accessories to your look embraces the relaxed vibe of the trend whilst keeping you snug during the colder months.
What Shoes Go With Boho Style?
For a more feminine finish, try styling boho looks with sandals or ballet flats by day or delicate heels for evening occasions. To add a touch of edge, try leather boots.
Is Boho Fashion in Style Now?
Yes! Boho fashion is a key trend for the year ahead and can be easily incorporated into your looks – whether you want to try some subtle print or fully embrace flowing dresses and layered looks.
What Patterns are Associated With Boho Style?
Classic boho prints include florals, paisleys and crochet textures, though the trend has been somewhat modernised and elevated, with the inclusion of eyelet cutouts and voluminous sleeves adding a more subtle bohemian touch than a full print look. And it’s not all about print! You can still achieve the boho look if you prefer a more pared-back look, with soft creams, pinks and beiges pairing perfectly together with romantic ruffling details, chiffon fabrics and lace details to give a subtly bohemian edge. With these details, a simple white-blouse-and-jeans look slots perfectly into the boho trend with the addition of some smart accessories.
What Are the Key Pieces You Need For a Boho-inspired Wardrobe?
The key garments needed to transform your wardrobe into a bohemian haven include relaxed blouses and flowy cotton summer dresses (subtle floral and paisley prints are perfect). Additionally, relaxed denim like this year’s standout style the barrel leg are ideal for the boho trend as they carry an air of effortlessness. For a smarter denim approach, try a bootcut. Typical of classic boho looks, this streamlined shape offers a flattering finish that pairs beautifully with the feminine details of bohemian layers.
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