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How to wear boho now it’s officially back – but why it’s essential THAT disc belt stays in your wardrobe
WHEN I was a pre-teen in the mid-Noughties, I coveted nothing more than Mum’s disc-chain belt.
The boho chic revival was at its peak, with any celeb worth their salt decked out in peasant blouses, crochet, patchwork, oversized sunnies and fringes galore — often at the same time.
Boho is back with celebs like Zoe Saldana jumping on the throwback trend
GettyBut 2024 boho is different to the look worn by stars like Kate Moss during its heyday[/caption]
GC ImagesEmily Ratajkowski has been doing it right, wearing a Broderie anglaise dress[/caption]
Subtle, it definitely wasn’t.
This was the era of boho queens including Nicole Richie, the Olsen twins, and The OC’s Mischa Barton, when Topshop had its heyday and models Kate Moss and Alexa Chung were the denim-shorts-and-waistcoat-wearing pinnacles of free-spirited fashion.
By 2013, however, boho had burnt itself out.
We’d all had enough of tote bags bigger than toddlers, plaited leather headbands that cut into our forehead, and oversized wooden bangles that were so heavy, you had arm ache by the end of the day.
Paisley mini dresses and slouchy suede bags were replaced by a more muted look as normcore came to the fore.
But now, boho is back, with designers including Chloe sending models down the runway for SS24 in billowing dresses and excess tassels, with modern-day It Girls Emily Ratajkowski and Bella Hadid jumping on the throwback trend.
John Lewis has reported that searches for “boho dresses” have increased by 278 per cent, and Google Trends revealed inquiries about “boho festival outfits” are up by 90 per cent.
Meanwhile, searches for “Kate Moss for Topshop” on Vinted are up 45 per cent month on month as fashionistas try to track down pieces from her iconic Noughties boho collection for the store.
And the high street is once again awash with patchwork-quilted jackets, bohemian prints and lace-up flat sandals.
Considering how much I loved boho the first time around — I remember begging my mum to let me buy a tiered maxi skirt from River Island that I could wear with her disc belt to the school disco — it’s no surprise I’m happy to see its back.
But be warned, this is one trend that has the potential to go seriously wrong if it’s not styled carefully.
Yes, boho has lots of textures — think suede, sheer fabrics, ruffles, frills — but wear too many of them at once, and you will look more eccentric granny than bohemian babe.
Also beware of too much layering, what with all the waistcoats and scarfs.
More restrained colour palette
This is a summer trend and there’s nothing cute about sweating in a faux gilet all in the name of fashion.
Likewise, those massive floppy hats are best left in the Noughties.
Yes, they’re great for the beach or hiding a hangover, but they’re highly impractical, especially if a gust of wind comes along.
And those tiny denim shorts will only give you a wedgie.
Gen Z — who didn’t experience the revival in the Noughties — might be parading around on TikTok in low-slung ruffled skirts and belly chains, but Boho 2.0 is more modern, paired-back and grown-up.
GettyAlexa Chung was a boho queen back in the day, but avoid wearing a print like this in 2024[/caption]
GC ImagesBoho this time around is smarter and more tailored like Katie Holmes’ skirt[/caption]
There are fewer busy prints and a more restrained colour palette — with less bright reds and purples.
Now, it’s all about taking elements of boho style and making it work with what we have already, rather than dressing from head to toe in it.
Try mixing elements with smarter pieces.
So a floaty sheer blouse would work perfectly with a pair of tailored trousers, or try a tiered midi skirt with a blazer and ballet flats.
If you’re unsure about committing fully, an accessory will do the trick. Lace-up sandals are perfect for summer, or try a suede fringe bag.
Broderie anglaise is key this time around, and is a less sweaty option than knitted crochet.
You can pair it with denim, cotton or even linen if you’re jetting off on holiday.
Remember when it comes to accessories, less is more.
Layered necklaces are still key but opt for ones that are dainty, keep it simple with gold or silver rings stacked and only add one or two bangles as opposed to them all the way up your arm.
And as for that disc-chain belt, it’s definitely best left in the back of the wardrobe.
GettyHeavy bangles like Nicole Ritchie is wearing are thankfully out[/caption]
GC ImagesModern boho has a fewer busy prints and a more restrained colour palette like Bella Hadid’s dress[/caption]
GettyFloppy hats like Jennifer Lopez’s are definitely out[/caption]
NOW GET THE LOOK
SuppliedFringed bag, £35, Next[/caption]
SuppliedWaistcoat, £29, Bonprix at Freemans[/caption]
SuppliedDress, £49.99, Zara[/caption]
SuppliedSmall bag, £14, Primark[/caption]
SuppliedSunglasses, £4, Primark[/caption]
SuppliedJacket, £49.99, Zara[/caption]
SuppliedNecklace, £18, Accessorize[/caption]
SuppliedBlouse, £45, Monsoon[/caption]
SuppliedSkirt, £34.99, New Look[/caption]
SuppliedDress, £26, George at Asda[/caption]
SuppliedSandals, £45, River Island[/caption]
WHEN I was a pre-teen in the mid-Noughties, I coveted nothing more than Mum’s disc-chain belt.
The boho chic revival was at its peak, with any celeb worth their salt decked out in peasant blouses, crochet, patchwork, oversized sunnies and fringes galore — often at the same time.
Boho is back with celebs like Zoe Saldana jumping on the throwback trend
GettyBut 2024 boho is different to the look worn by stars like Kate Moss during its heyday[/caption]
GC ImagesEmily Ratajkowski has been doing it right, wearing a Broderie anglaise dress[/caption]
Subtle, it definitely wasn’t.
This was the era of boho queens including Nicole Richie, the Olsen twins, and The OC’s Mischa Barton, when Topshop had its heyday and models Kate Moss and Alexa Chung were the denim-shorts-and-waistcoat-wearing pinnacles of free-spirited fashion.
By 2013, however, boho had burnt itself out.
We’d all had enough of tote bags bigger than toddlers, plaited leather headbands that cut into our forehead, and oversized wooden bangles that were so heavy, you had arm ache by the end of the day.
Paisley mini dresses and slouchy suede bags were replaced by a more muted look as normcore came to the fore.
But now, boho is back, with designers including Chloe sending models down the runway for SS24 in billowing dresses and excess tassels, with modern-day It Girls Emily Ratajkowski and Bella Hadid jumping on the throwback trend.
John Lewis has reported that searches for “boho dresses” have increased by 278 per cent, and Google Trends revealed inquiries about “boho festival outfits” are up by 90 per cent.
Meanwhile, searches for “Kate Moss for Topshop” on Vinted are up 45 per cent month on month as fashionistas try to track down pieces from her iconic Noughties boho collection for the store.
And the high street is once again awash with patchwork-quilted jackets, bohemian prints and lace-up flat sandals.
Considering how much I loved boho the first time around — I remember begging my mum to let me buy a tiered maxi skirt from River Island that I could wear with her disc belt to the school disco — it’s no surprise I’m happy to see its back.
But be warned, this is one trend that has the potential to go seriously wrong if it’s not styled carefully.
Yes, boho has lots of textures — think suede, sheer fabrics, ruffles, frills — but wear too many of them at once, and you will look more eccentric granny than bohemian babe.
Also beware of too much layering, what with all the waistcoats and scarfs.
More restrained colour palette
This is a summer trend and there’s nothing cute about sweating in a faux gilet all in the name of fashion.
Likewise, those massive floppy hats are best left in the Noughties.
Yes, they’re great for the beach or hiding a hangover, but they’re highly impractical, especially if a gust of wind comes along.
And those tiny denim shorts will only give you a wedgie.
Gen Z — who didn’t experience the revival in the Noughties — might be parading around on TikTok in low-slung ruffled skirts and belly chains, but Boho 2.0 is more modern, paired-back and grown-up.
GettyAlexa Chung was a boho queen back in the day, but avoid wearing a print like this in 2024[/caption]
GC ImagesBoho this time around is smarter and more tailored like Katie Holmes’ skirt[/caption]
There are fewer busy prints and a more restrained colour palette — with less bright reds and purples.
Now, it’s all about taking elements of boho style and making it work with what we have already, rather than dressing from head to toe in it.
Try mixing elements with smarter pieces.
So a floaty sheer blouse would work perfectly with a pair of tailored trousers, or try a tiered midi skirt with a blazer and ballet flats.
If you’re unsure about committing fully, an accessory will do the trick. Lace-up sandals are perfect for summer, or try a suede fringe bag.
Broderie anglaise is key this time around, and is a less sweaty option than knitted crochet.
You can pair it with denim, cotton or even linen if you’re jetting off on holiday.
Remember when it comes to accessories, less is more.
Layered necklaces are still key but opt for ones that are dainty, keep it simple with gold or silver rings stacked and only add one or two bangles as opposed to them all the way up your arm.
And as for that disc-chain belt, it’s definitely best left in the back of the wardrobe.
GettyHeavy bangles like Nicole Ritchie is wearing are thankfully out[/caption]
GC ImagesModern boho has a fewer busy prints and a more restrained colour palette like Bella Hadid’s dress[/caption]
GettyFloppy hats like Jennifer Lopez’s are definitely out[/caption]
NOW GET THE LOOK
SuppliedFringed bag, £35, Next[/caption]
SuppliedWaistcoat, £29, Bonprix at Freemans[/caption]
SuppliedDress, £49.99, Zara[/caption]
SuppliedSmall bag, £14, Primark[/caption]
SuppliedSunglasses, £4, Primark[/caption]
SuppliedJacket, £49.99, Zara[/caption]
SuppliedNecklace, £18, Accessorize[/caption]
SuppliedBlouse, £45, Monsoon[/caption]
SuppliedSkirt, £34.99, New Look[/caption]
SuppliedDress, £26, George at Asda[/caption]
SuppliedSandals, £45, River Island[/caption]Fashion – Latest Style News And Fabulous Trends | The Sun
