MODEST BOHO DRESSES
Boho is short for Bohemian, and represents a style of dress inspired by the lifestyle of those who were free spirits and hippies of the 1960s and 1970s, as well as the pre-Raphaelite women of the late 19th century.
The Boho dressing style is characterized by long tiered or flowing skirts and dresses, ethnic touches like tunics or wood jewelry, peasant blouses, embroidery or embellishment with beading, fringed handbags, and embellished or jeweled flat sandals and even flat ankle boots. The resulting look is often layered and colorful.
BRIEF BACKGROUND OF BOHO DRESSES
Bohemian clothing has become quite trendy in the last couple of years. Whether you’ve known the name of this style of dressing or not, you’ve surely, at one point or another seen the boho style gracing television and magazines.
The bohemian, or “boho” style is one that was inspired by art, the 1970’s, travel, and free-spiritedness. By embracing their love of fun, color, and patterns, and keeping a few simple concepts in mind, you too can pull off the boho dress style and totally nail it!
CHOOSE YOUR COLORS AND PATTERNS
Be willing to embrace bold colors
The boho dress style is all majorly about having fun with your clothing. If you're going to successfully pull off the bohemian looks, you'll need to avoid dull, all neutral outfits. Instead, begin to wear pieces in vibrant orange, vivid red, and eye-catching turquoise. If it’s warm, fun and bright, it’s definitely boho.
Purchase pieces with fun patterns
To embrace the boho dress style, remember that patterns are your go-to choice of fabrics. Look for tribal designs, whimsical patterns and retro prints. If you're able to find pieces with exciting patterns in wild colors, even better! Suzani, paisley and tie dye patterns are all must-haves for a boho wardrobe.
Any item of clothing or accessory with flowers on it is a great addition to your wardrobe for that boho look. Embrace those floral outfits and accessories and ditch that fear of overdoing it, because overdoing it is exactly what you ought to do!
You’re doing it right if someone calls you ‘flower child’. Colorful, bold and show-stopping flowers are a must in a boho wardrobe.
Remember that it's not a boho dress if it is not loose fitting! Go breezy and natural. The boho dress style is all about relaxation and comfort, so you should avoid your skin tight shirts or figure hugging dresses.
Purchase billowing dresses and soft, flowing tops. If you can comfortably run through a field of flowers in them, it’s probably a great boho dress. If you find a piece of clothing that feels boho but is fitted, pair it with loose-fitting, gentle clothing.
As earlier stated, it's boho if it's big and loose.
When you're unsure about the size, go a size up. When it comes to the boho dress style, you can never look dressed in too big, too long, or too billowy dresses.
Keep in mind that loose, big, and draped styles are the deal!
Try wearing a flowy dress over flared jeans, or a tunic over a pair of pants and boots, or loose cardigan sweaters over just about anything. Be bold enough to pair bold colors and patterns, because this boho dress style is all about vibrancy and of course, fun.
Just, try to wear something over something and don't be afraid to get creative!
CHOOSE YOUR ACCESSORIES AND STYLE
The good news is, they don't have to be top tier quality or expensive, just have fun while at it!
Just like with the rest of your boho collection, purchase scarves in fun patterns or prints and bright colors. You can wrap them around your neck like you normally would, or mix it up.
Tie it on your head for a more catchy look, tie it around your waist over a flowing dress to serve as a belt, tie it bow style on the handle of your bag, on your wrist, whatever you desire. With a boho dress style, it's totally okay!
Add unique footwear, inspired headwear, and flowing hair to the mix
Trust me, they all work. Just give it a shot!
Finally, remember that whatever look you're aiming for, modesty should be the end product! If it's not decent and modest, let's not do it!