Your Guide to Casual Boho Style Dressing

Amile Bills
Sep 3, 2018 · 3 min read

The boho style of dress is all the rage right now, and there are many different things that you can do with it if you are creative. Anyone who is interested in adopting this style should learn everything they can before getting started. Putting together outfits in this style doesn’t take a ton of effort, but you will need to learn a few of the key fundamentals. If you want to shake things up with a whole new look, this style definitely has a lot to offer.

Get Comfortable with Bold Colors

You will quickly notice that a lot of the more beautiful bohemian clothing items have bold colors, and it’s important that you get comfortable with that. While there is nothing wrong with having a lot of neutral-colored clothes, you definitely don’t want your wardrobe to be too drab or colorless. This style is all about brightly-colored clothes, and the more you wear them the more comfortable you will get.

Look for Fun Patterns

One big part of putting together great looking bohemian style clothing outfits is looking for fun and unique patterns. You should look for retro patterns and prints and ones that are bold but not too over-the-top. Tie dye clothes are also very common with the boho style, so you will need to keep that in mind. There are tons of interesting patterns to choose from, so have fun with it and let your creative side run wild.

Embrace Floral Prints

There are some really gorgeous boho clothing floral print options available that you will want to look into. You have probably noticed a lot of women wearing floral print dresses, and it’s because they are definitely hot right now. Look for long flowing tips and dresses that are loose-fitting, because that is a big part of what this style is all about. If you have one article of clothing that is bohemian but still form fitting, try pairing it with a looser piece to bring your outfit together.

Go Up a Size

A majority of traditional boho clothing items tend to be oversized, and it’s something that you should learn to get comfortable with if you aren’t already. This style tends to favor baggy or loose-fitting clothes. The key to dressing this way is to not go too baggy, because you don’t want to look like you are homeless. The clothes that you wear should drape over your body.

How to Accessorize

Accessories are a crucial component of the bohemian style of dressing, and there are many options to choose from. This style of dress includes lots of big bracelets, oversized rings and long necklaces. The right accessories can complete your outfits, but you will need to choose carefully. Costume jewelry is perfectly acceptable, and you should be able to find a lot of nice but cheap pieces. You will want to have fun and experiment with different accessories until you find the right combination to pair with your clothes.

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