Nothing says carefree style like boho dresses. Loved for its flowing silhouette and earthy color palette, the whimsical garment has transcended the fashion category to become an enduring favorite. Just look at the fashion icons known for wearing them. Stevie Nicks, Anita Pallenberg, Janis Joplin, Bianca Jagger - all women who have set the bar high for expressive style. And although this fashion trend is available all year round, designers have presented countless boho dresses for summer 2022.
What is Boho Style?
Boho is short for Bohemian and refers to a clothing style inspired by the lifestyle of free spirits and hippies of the 60s and 70s. Boho style is characterized by long, flared or voluminous skirts and dresses. This also includes peasant blouses, ethnic accents such as tunics or wooden jewelry, as well as embroidery, beaded embellishments, fringed bags, and sandals (or ankle boots) decorated with jewelry or embellishments. The look is often complex and colorful.
Today the boho influence is mostly combined with other trends and is no longer worn from head to toe. The style reached an all-time high in 2005 and was embodied by Sienna Miller, Kate Moss and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Currently, you can still see these women in a slightly boho look, but in a modern mix with other influences such as menswear and simple minimalism.
Today's best boho icons
Sienna Miller and the Olsen twins: In recent years, twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and actress Sienna Miller have added new influences to their personal styles, but their innate love of loose silhouettes, embroidery, and long dresses are still part of their wardrobe. The boho style lives on.
Note - these looks are also a great example of how boho style can also be chic and isn't just a casual look for music festivals. With pearls, silk and fur accents, boho-chic looks become elegant options for evening events and parties. To achieve this look, keep it modern and elegant, with simple shoes and clean, beautiful hair. A low bun and cat eye makeup add a current touch to your bohemian-inspired look.
Florence Welch: When it comes to modern boho style icons, it doesn't get much better than Florence Welch. The lead singer of Florence + The Machine favors wide-leg pants, ethereal dresses, and even milkmaid braids. All of this gives her a fresh boho look that is very much her own. Whether on stage or at an awards show, she shows off her long, wavy red hair and her romantic sense of style.
If you want to emulate her look, wear a wide-brimmed hat with an embroidered coat, try mid-length western-style belted dresses, and master those effortlessly beautiful (but actually pretty hard to achieve) beach waves.
Boho Dresses for Summer 2022 – Check them out
Feminine bohemian style maxi dress with embroidery and a round neckline, low back and short puffy sleeves. It's fitted to the hips and has a stretchy, ruched bodice.
Bold cotton twill shows off its sculptural side in this flowing boho dress. Framed by two angled lingerie straps that crisscross and drape like ribbons across the back, it flows into a dropped waist and pleated skirt with long slits that accentuate movement.
This tiered maxi dress made from feather-light satin is airy, light and flowing. It falls from a V-neckline over feminine blouson sleeves and a loose A-line silhouette. The front is unexpectedly delicately decorated with pompous bows.
Boho dresses for summer 2022 – This dress is made of a blend of cotton and linen. It features a cropped design, a round neckline and embroidery details.
This dress features a tunic silhouette with a tiered bodice and a paisley print. Combine it with sandals and a tote bag.
Boho dresses for summer 2022 – This design is decorated with elaborate guipure lace at the neckline. It reflects the geometric architecture of Mexico's Mitla ruins. Crafted from black cotton poplin, it has a romantic silhouette with cold shoulders, voluminous sleeves and a flowing A-line shape.
This floral cotton mini dress embodies the freedom of travel and escape. It features contrasting lace trims, tassel ties and relaxed wide sleeves.
This embroidered midi dress features a round collar and an adjustable V-neckline with ties. The long sleeves have elastic cuffs.
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How best to wear boho dresses for summer 2022
Although the influence of bohemian chic has waned since the early 2000s, a distinctive, individual style means you can successfully combine different inspirations and trends.
No matter your age, if you gravitate toward loose silhouettes, beading, or peasant-style blouses, there's a way to incorporate them into your current wardrobe. Try a wide-brimmed hat or faux fur vest over your favorite jeans. Layer some gold chains over your cashmere sweater. Beaded jackets look especially cool over miniskirts or little white dresses... you get the idea. Take an element you love about the boho trend and adapt it in your own way.
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