{"id":26956,"date":"2023-05-27T18:30:05","date_gmt":"2023-05-27T22:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=26956"},"modified":"2023-05-27T18:30:07","modified_gmt":"2023-05-27T22:30:07","slug":"so-what-is-boho-chic-sewing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/so-what-is-boho-chic-sewing\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Boho Chic Fashion?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"419\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-500x419.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79449 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-500x419.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-300x251.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-768x644.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-150x126.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-250x210.png 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic.png 940w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/419;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-500x419.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-500x419.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-300x251.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-768x644.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-150x126.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic-250x210.png 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/What-Is-Boho-Chic.png 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve all heard it, seen it, worn it. It\u2019s the fashion phenomenon which swept the globe at the turn of the century and it\u2019s firmly taken hold in our society. The majority of women, from teenage girls to middle age moms, are rocking some sort of boho-chic these days. For the first time in goodness knows how long, women can wear clothes that are comfortable and beautiful at the same time, while the men try to to squeeze into their stretch jeans! More of the same!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s first get comfortable with the lingo, because the name speaks a thousand words. <em>Boho<\/em> is the shortened form of <em>Bohemian<\/em>. Bohemian is a wonderful word and an even more wonderful thing to be. It\u2019s a French word derived from the term referring to gypsies, adventurous souls, artists and socially unconventional people, with an alternative lifestyle and sense of style. Bohemians are profound romantics with a deep appreciation for beauty. They know no limits, they see something they like and they flaunt it!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26961 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/334;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_298905602.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bohemians are all about love, happiness, art and forward-thinking. When it comes to fashion and fabric\u2026think comfortable cuts and beautiful fabrics with complex prints (tribal and ethnic patterns from all over the world, East and West), tassels, leather shoes & hobo bags and costume jewelry with semi-precious stones and crystals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bohemianism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikipedia<\/a>: &#8220;Bohemianism is the practice of an unconventional lifestyle, often in the company of like-minded people, with few permanent ties, involving musical, artistic, or literary pursuits. In this context,&nbsp;Bohemians may be wanderers, adventurers, or vagabonds.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of Bohemian as an eclectic mix of luxurious fabrics, comfy, breezy styles and practical, durable accessories. Bohemian on it\u2019s own can end up on the Flower Child, hippie side of the spectrum\u2026it is <em>alternative <\/em>after all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chic is the other end of the equation. It\u2019s there to temper and balance out the Bohemian element, taking alternative fashion and hippie vibes to the high street. Chic is also a French word, meaning classy, upmarket or smart. Chic is what happened to Boho when Sienna Miller started rocking it on the red carpet! We all remember the period between 2003 and 2006, Sienna was in the headlines\u2026the world couldn\u2019t get enough of her style, although some of us hadn\u2019t even seen her in a movie! Sienna is the icon and foremother of the boho-chic fashion phenomenon.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26960 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_295423193.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Like every style, it has its staples, it\u2019s basics. These are the items you need to have in your wardrobe if you\u2019re planning on calling yourself Boho-chic! Here\u2019s a general overview of what your wardrobe should look like\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Shoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything Zen, comfort is key\u2026nothing too tight and the shoes are comfy and practical. Sandals, cowboys or worker boots, wedges or platforms. We\u2019re talking shoes you could run in\u2026in the rain!!! So leather if possible, battered and worn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural fabrics like denim, chiffon, silk, suede, leather and cotton, with a variety of textures. All in natural colors, no neon colors or pop art prints, complex mixes of eclectic and avant-garde prints are welcome. We\u2019re talking cultural, artistic, rich fabrics and textures with details like fringes,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sew-pretty-lace-jacket\/\">Lace Pieces<\/a>, multi-layer, knits and flares. Our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/batik-printing-technique\/\">Batik Printing<\/a> will give you an idea of what boho prints might&nbsp;look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Jewelry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As much jewellery as possible, obviously! Thrift store rings, bangles and homemade knick knacks, the idea is to jingle ever so slightly and be able to give a ring or bracelet away without really feeling the loss. No need to match metals or stones, whatever is pretty, wear it\u2026and don\u2019t forget the feather earrings! Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/fabric-covered-beaded-necklaces-from-scraps-of-fabric\/\">Fabric Bead Tutorial<\/a> for some fantastic boho bead ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Accessories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Large floppy hats and John Lennon sunglasses, at least an entire drawer stuffed with ethnic embroidered scarves. You need faux coin belts, hobo bags and rustic canvas totes. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/small-fringed-bag-tutorial\/\">Fringe Bag<\/a> is ideal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Hair and Makeup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hair is <em>au naturel<\/em>\u2026randomly clipped up, tied in a loose high pony on the top of the head, plaited <em>Lagertha from Vikings<\/em> style or covered with a vintage floppy hat or bandana, hair wraps and the odd dreadlock welcome. Make up is to match, super natural, often with a smokey eye on special occasions\u2026eyebrows are left to flourish as much as is doable, we don\u2019t want to scare anyone!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-500x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26964 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-500x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_236874901-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boho Chic Must Haves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Footless tights and <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/leggings-pattern-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">leggings<\/a>, rip-cut denim shorts, rustic jeans, <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-skirt-pattern-the-flouncy-bouncy-skirt\/\">Floaty Skirts<\/a> with crinkle material, <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/perfect-maxi-skirt-pattern\/\">Maxi Skirts<\/a><u>,<\/u>&nbsp; embroidered <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/easy-tunic\/\">Tunics<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/pleated-blouse\/\">Pleated Blouses<\/a> and furry gilets, kaftans, cropped jackets, baggy cardigans galore, Ugg boots, worker boots, cowboy boots, wedges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An interesting factor to note is that the sale of footless tights or leggings associated with boho-chic fashion effectively halved the sale of stockings in Britain between 2003 and 2007, that\u2019s how popular boho-chic fashion became!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We love boho chic fashion because it allows us to upcycle and repurpose our favourite vintage pieces and mix vintage and modern at our leisure. We love it because we can finally wear our favorite Indian fabrics to the mall instead of just hanging them around our bedroom. We love it because no-one, <em>no-one,<\/em> can tell us \u201cthose two prints don\u2019t match\u201d or you\u2019re wearing to many layers. We love being comfortable and feeling beautiful all at the same time and boho-chic allows us to do that!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26965 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1.jpg 667w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 434px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 434\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"boho chic sewing\" class=\"wp-image-26965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/shutterstock_393703540-1.jpg 667w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode468Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve all heard it, seen it, worn it. It\u2019s the fashion phenomenon which swept the globe at the turn of the century and it\u2019s firmly taken hold in our society. The majority of women, from teenage girls to middle age moms, are rocking some sort of boho-chic these days. 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