Bohemian Clothing Style
The word "Bohemian" was used for the first time by the French, in the eighteenth century to refer to the people, especially gypsies, who refused to live and act according to the popular culture. This term again found itself in the thick of things during the later half of the nineteenth century, when the Hippie movement flourished in America and Europe. Bohemian clothing style, is largely based on the beliefs of bohemian culture. It emphasized on freedom, creativity and revolting against the conservative society. This culture focused on humanity, harmony and peace, rather than going after the materialistic things in life. The same philosophy found its voice in the clothing style as well. If you too are interested in getting a bohemian makeover, then here are some interesting tips which will surely help you.
Tips on Bohemian Clothing
- Bohemian clothing is more about expressing your individuality rather than just following the latest trend. So, create your own look by mixing and matching different clothes, in accordance with your likings and personality.
- The patterns are generally very bold, and made in contrasting bright colors. So to dress up in a bohemian manner, use cloth materials which are dark in color with big patterns on them.
- When choosing shirts, select the ones with puff sleeves or bell sleeves. Tunics and knee length tank tops, which can be worn over the pants make a good bohemian style shirt.
- If you want to highlight your figure, then shirts which can be tied behind at the waist, or below the bust, can be worn.
- Pants include the gauchos, bell bottoms, and slacks. The clothing for women is full of bold patterns so choose the lowers which have large flowers on them or any large print which has natural things such as sea, trees, stones, etc., on them.
- If you are looking for bohemian style jeans, then go for the ones which are boot cut, high waited or are skin tight.
- Pants with patch work and military fatigues, make a great style statement.
- While choosing pants and lowers, take care that the fabric for the same is free-flowing. Also, if you are wearing loose top ,wear a tight lower or pajama and if you have opted for a tight top, wear loose lowers.
- Skirts should be made of rich fabric, with lots of sequins, jewels and mirror work on them.
- Wearing a micro mini over a layered, long, floor length skirt, is the perfect way to bring out the hippie in you.
- Bohemian style dresses are made of cotton, with bold floral prints. They make for an excellent evening summer wear.
- Accessories are my favorite part, as far as bohemian clothing is concerned. Inexpensive jewelry made from stone, wood, glass and other cheap materials, should be worn.
- Long Necklaces, chunky rings, made from beads or tarnished metal, are a good way to accessorize the clothes.
- Scarves, bandannas, broad belts, all constitute bohemian style accessories.
- The bags and purses are made up of soft cloth materials, are over sized, with lots of mirror work or patch work on them. So you can go for a shoulder bag or a satchel, to match with your outfit.
