Boho

History

The Boho style has its roots in the nomadic Gypsy tribes who lived in Bohemia, the western part of present-day Bohemia, in the 18th century. Nomads ignored the norms, rules and values of the masses, which was expressed in clothes - they dressed comfortably, creating multi-layered outfits of lush skirts and loose tunics, often worn. They lived away from social life, settling small poor areas on the outskirts. After the French Revolution, when representatives of the creative intelligentsia lost the patronage of aristocrats, the lifestyle of the Gypsies began to attract artists, writers and musicians. Now representatives of culture did not have money for chic and gloss, so worn clothes replaced elegant dresses and sophisticated suits.

In order to somehow maintain the status, former representatives of secular society found a way even from worn things to make exquisite, stylish images, adopting from their Gypsy neighbors a love of freedom, comfort and bright colors. But back then, it wasn't a fashion – people just didn't have a choice.

Boho became a choice, and not a need, only in the 60-70s of the 20th century, when the "hippie" subculture was born in Europe, which shared the views of nomadic Gypsies, as well as their preferences in clothing - bright colors, an abundance of ethnic jewelry, natural fabrics and free silhouettes. But all of the above are only the first steps towards the boho, which is now gaining popularity. The real heyday of the style dates back to the beginning of the 21st century, when eminent designers began to produce mixed images combining modern clothes with gypsy elements.

Principles of boho style

Boho is a virtually unchanged style of clothing. Its adherents do not follow trends, fashion shows and expert advice - rules, norms and principles have not changed for more than 200 years:

• multi-layered. All images are quite complex, have many details and elements;

• femininity. Modern bohemian style implies feminine images - skirts, dresses, tunics. Jeans are acceptable, but not classic tabernacles or boyfriends. The best option would be jeans-clash;
• use of natural materials. This principle applies to both clothes and accessories to it - beads, bracelets, rings, earrings. Wood, linen, cotton are often used;

• brightness. Bright colors, variegated patterns - all this is an integral part of bohemianism. Thanks to the skillful combination of brightness and muted tones, in general, the images are harmonious and balanced;
• freedom and comfort – no clothes that tighten freedom. Only light and comfortable outfits;
• an abundance of additional décor. Depending on the understyle, fringe, ruffles, embroidery, lacing are used.

Varieties of boho

Boho is an ambiguous style, as it is multifaceted and widespread. Today, the bohemian wardrobe is loved by freedom-loving artists, Hollywood stars, and politicians – and each of them brings something different to boho. However, there are a few substyles that reflect all the basic principles and are already ingrained among bohemian worshippers.

Boho Classic

It involves the use of expensive fabrics - velvet, jacquard, corduroy, wool, lace. All selected textures have bright colors and combine the heaviness of the material with the lightness of lace or mohair.

Glamour or boho chic

Exquisite and refined images created using fur, flowers, bows, chiffon. Light, airy dresses and skirts, non-restricting tops, T-shirts and tunics. Fur is often artificial, since boho is not just a style of clothing, but a relationship with the surrounding nature and the desire to preserve it.

Eco

Use of exclusively natural materials in clothing and accessories. All garments are safe and environmentally friendly. Eco-boho is characterized by an abundance of small details, a love of vintage, tenderness and romance.

Hippie

Echoes of the boho subculture are defined by bright colors, fringe, knitted clothing and accessories. It is characterized by deliberate negligence, volume of outfits and freedom of movement. This is the basic classification of style, defined by the Artka brand - a manufacturer of clothing of ethnic styles. At the same time, over time, other substyles began to appear:

• Victorian – with elements of the Victorian era;

• Provencal - soft colors, lightness, jabot and lace, as if from French villages.

Basic boho wardrobe

The wardrobe of representatives of the style is built on the principle - convenient and bright, but some characteristic items of clothing are still there:

• maxi length skirts of free cut. Midi length skirts are acceptable, with small stature;

• floor-length dresses. Traditionally, multi-layered dresses with loose skirts are chosen;

• Tunics. Most often, tunics of basic colors - gray, brown, black, white, which are complemented by accessories. However, bolder colors and prints, as well as different materials, are also welcome;

• jeans. Especially often, jeans appear in the images of boho-hippies, but for other types of style they are not a ban. Of course, jeans are better to choose with a klesh or just straight;

• T-shirts with thin straps of white color, as well as brighter and more expressive;
• Tops. Here you can use both basic monotone and bright drawings, prints;

• Leggings. Classic monochromatic or with thematic patterns must have boho wardrobe;
• Cardigans. Here the choice is huge - from stylized ethnic patterns, to monochromatic. Embroidery, fringe are often used.

Shoes & Accessories

Shoes for the image are chosen in accordance with the principles of style - comfortable, free, unusual.

• Leather flip-flops will complement the look with a skirt or dress. They can be without decor, but models with embroideries, patterns, non-standard details look best;

• boots and ankle boots in neutral colors;
• gladiator's sandals;
• if the shoes are on a stable heel.

The choice of accessories is simply huge, but most often they are all made of natural, environmentally friendly materials, supplemented with pendants.

• wooden bracelets, beads and earrings;
• woven bracelets made of leather;
• wicker bags;

• earrings, beads, bracelets with fringe elements;
• hippie bandages;
• textile bags, clutches, shoppers with ethnic patterns or fringe.

Star adepts

Helena Bonham-Carter is a British actress who fans fondly call "urban madwoman", and all because Helena welcomes boho and gladly brings her author's chip to it - elements of the Victorian era. Kate Moss is attracted by loose skirts and dresses, multi-layered, complex outfits. A woman gladly chooses outfits in the boho style for everyday wear and for the red carpet. Kate and Ashley Olsen have loved boho since childhood. The girls even released a collection of clothes in this style.

Boho Style for Men

Men's boho is much less common than women's, although it is men who manage to best combine the formality of outfits with a free and even wayward style. Boho for men is:

• trousers – chinos, slacks, straight trousers or jeans. Any chosen model is accompanied by a mandatory twist of the trousers;

• jackets with rolled up sleeves;
• sweaters of coarse knitting;
• T-shirts - from basic monochromatic to bright prints.

All elements of clothing made of natural materials or knitwear, as well as calm shades - blue, green, burgundy, brown, beige, mustard.. Men's shoes in the boho style are sandals made of good quality leather or rough boots. Oxfords, slippers, brogues are also suitable. Accessories are different – from single bracelets made of wood to whole combinations of leather, wooden and fabric elements. Hats, stylish glasses, rough watches, unusual rings are also suitable.

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