Mix and Match Style: The Kimono for a Boho-Chic Look.

The bohemian style is more than just a fashion trend; it is a distinct culture with its own specific ideology and complex history. While it is often associated with the hippie fashion of the 1960s and 70s, today, bohemian fashion has become part of mainstream culture. However, it actually started as a counter-culture in the 19th century. Today, the wide variety of clothing and Boho accessories makes it a true phenomenon, embodying an effortlessly relaxed style with its loose-fitting clothing, casual accessories, and a mishmash of artistic and creative elements.

Fashion styles labeled as bohemian represent a lifestyle ideology that accompanies them: an alternative to traditional dressing, tied to an equally alternative lifestyle characterized by a more free-spirited attitude and a stance against everything from materialism to societal constraints.

Characteristics of Bohemian Clothing

Bohemian clothing prioritizes comfort and simplicity. They are generally loose-fitting and often feature floral patterns and natural colours like pastels.

The materials used for bohemian garments are usually natural fabrics such as cotton, linen, or silk. In bohemian culture, the use of natural and environmentally friendly products is essential.

Boho outfits mainly consist of skirts, dresses, and lightweight tops. What most characterizes the bohemian style are floral prints, white dresses, comfortable clothing, and lace. All of these are combined with floral accessories and whimsical jewelry.

And what about the kimono?

Well, the kimono incorporates many elements of bohemian culture. It is loose-fitting, often colorful and floral, made from high-quality natural fabrics (primarily silk).

Although the kimono originates from Japan, it is a piece that can be used to create a unique bohemian style. The kimono also lends an exotic flair and an open-minded outlook on the world, perfectly aligning with bohemian culture. More and more bohemians are embracing the kimono, as its style closely resembles bohemian aesthetics. If you decide to try out a kimono, we recommend pairing it with a beautiful flower crown and whimsical jewelry to achieve a trendy hippie chic look.

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