How to Wear a Bohemian Maxi Skirt?

Wondering what to wear with a bohemian long skirt? What shoes should you choose to elevate your look with this style of skirt? What are the ideal accessories?

You're in the right place.

As a fan of bohemian fashion, I recommend having several lightweight maxi skirts in your boho chic wardrobe, which will give you an elegant and feminine look for any occasion.

Today, I'm sharing my top tips for pairing a long skirt with the right top, shoes, and accessories to create a unique style that suits you and enhances your silhouette.

Feminine and comfortable, the bohemian long skirt is a garment that instantly adds style to your outfit. Its patterns and colours will elegantly highlight your legs. To stay true to the bohemian vibe, I recommend pairing it with a white or light-coloured top, either plain or a blouse, tucked into the skirt. For footwear, the perfect choice would be a pair of delicate strappy heeled sandals. However, you can also opt for sneakers or ankle boots if you’re looking for warmth and comfort. Finally, don’t hesitate to accessorise with items like a straw hat, a unique little bag, or some designer jewellery to complete your look and express your personality through it!

Want to know more? Read this guide to discover:

• What defines a chic bohemian long skirt,
• How to know if this garment suits you,
• Some top ideas to wear with it,
• Some shoes and accessories that pair perfectly,
• And plenty of outfit examples in photos to help you find your style!

How can you recognise a chic bohemian maxi skirt?

In both summer and winter, a long skirt is a comfortable garment to wear—it's both feminine and light. However, to match your bohemian chic style, it’s essential that your skirt reflects those characteristics too!

An iconic outfit from the boho-chic trend

At the end of the 1960s, the hippie movement emerged in the United States, in opposition to the Vietnam War and the traditional values of conservative society. From a fashion perspective, hippies introduced a real sense of freedom: they wore light and loose clothing, which allowed for great freedom of movement. These outfits were often customised, featuring patterns like Tie and Dye, creating a gradient of colours, as well as embroidery.

Hippies embraced fashion by wearing bright and comfortable clothing, which fits perfectly with the idea of a long skirt. Today, we can see in bohemian fashion the legacy of that era of freedom and imagination!

Diverse Patterns and Colours

Inspired by hippies and also by ethnic fabrics from Africa and the East, bohemian chic skirts are known for their wide range of shades and decorations. You’ll find arabesques, floral patterns, or even reproductions of Indian weavings. Some may be plain, but they are usually vibrant or textured with lace, for example.

Natural Materials

The boho chic style embraces natural materials like linen and cotton. You can also find synthetic skirts made from viscose or polyester, but these aim to closely mimic the look and feel of natural fibre fabrics. This adds a lovely flow to your clothing and gives your outfit an authentic touch!

Does this style suit you?

The bohemian maxi skirt is an easy-to-wear outfit that flatters all body shapes. Its high waist design accentuates your hips and enhances your femininity.

If you’re petite, don’t be afraid to wear a long skirt: just make sure it’s well-tailored. The skirt should visually represent about ⅔ of your outfit's height, while the top you choose to wear should make up the remaining third. 😉

So, a bohemian skirt will be perfect for you if you're looking for a versatile garment:

• easy to wear and match,
• highlights your curves,
• allows for great freedom of movement,
• protects you from sunburn in summer,
• colourful and unique,
• suitable for formal events like weddings,
• can be worn in both summer and winter, whether on holiday or at work.

👉 Want to dress bohemian all year round? Check out our fashion guide for styling these outfits in winter!

What top goes with a bohemian long skirt?

Once you've chosen your skirt, it's time to find an outfit that will highlight it, starting with the top you'll wear with it. Here are a few inspirations to help you out!

A crop top

Cropped tops have become very trendy in recent years. As the name suggests, they are shorter tops, which reveal your hips and stomach. They pair beautifully with a bohemian skirt, especially in summer or on holiday. They flatter most body shapes: if you're a bit curvier, you can definitely wear a cropped top, but I recommend teaming it with a high-waisted maxi skirt that covers your stomach, to highlight your lovely curves.

👉 A white crop top is ideal for showcasing a colourful bohemian skirt! It can include lace-up details or a touch of lace to enhance your look!

A Trendy T-Shirt

If you’re not entirely comfortable showing your midriff, a classic t-shirt that is a bit loose will also go well with a long bohemian skirt. I recommend tucking it into your skirt and letting it blouse slightly to create a lovely transition between the two pieces.

A t-shirt can also be suitable for a smart casual outfit. It can be plain or have a unique print, allowing you to express a bit of your personality through your clothing!

A bohemian tunic or blouse

If you’re after a slightly dressier outfit (and a bit warmer too!), you might pair your skirt with a bohemian blouse. This could be a button-up shirt, a long-sleeved top, or even a tunic. Again, I recommend tucking your top into your skirt and letting it billow a bit, to create a cohesive look.

👉 Looking for a bohemian top to wear with your skirt? Check out our collection of tunics and blouses for a unique and feminine style!

Tunic and blouse

What shoes to wear with a bohemian maxi skirt?

Choosing shoes to match a skirt isn't always an easy task. It's important that they don't clash too much with the skirt and instead harmoniously complement the rest of your outfit, creating a lovely ensemble. To help you out, I'm sharing my selection in the following lines! 😉

Lightweight Sandals

Want to wear your bohemian long skirt this summer? If so, I highly recommend pairing it with some open-toe sandals with a light strap. You can choose heeled sandals for a more elongated silhouette, or go for flat ones for extra comfort. To complement the bohemian style, opt for natural shades like camel brown, ecru, or cream white. Aim for leather, whether genuine or synthetic, to achieve an authentic look.

🌴 Are you on holiday at the beach? Don’t hesitate to wear your long barefoot skirt, as long as the ground is safe! This will give you a lovely natural and trendy look, perfect for capturing beautiful memories in photos!

White Sneakers

Wearing sneakers with a dress is no longer seen as a fashion faux pas. It adds a casual and lively touch to your outfit, making you look radiant.

However, not all pairs of sneakers are suitable for wearing with a long skirt. To maintain an elegant and feminine look, I recommend choosing a pair of low-cut white sneakers. They should be in pristine condition to complement your skirt and create a lovely harmony with a white top or accessory you might be wearing.

In winter, ankle boots

Struggling to part with your bohemian long skirt? It’s easy to incorporate it into your winter wardrobe! Just wear it with some fine, subtle tights and ankle-fitted ankle boots. If you can, heeled ankle boots will really enhance your silhouette. They pair beautifully with a matching leather jacket, giving you the look of an independent and stylish woman!

What accessories to choose for the perfect bohemian look?

As I often mention on this blog, bohemian fashion wouldn’t be what it is without its iconic accessories. These are what allow you to assert your style by personalising your outfit. To complete your look, you might wear:

• Sunglasses and a hat to enhance your face and protect you from the sun,
• A lovely natural bag, made from fabric or materials like straw or wicker,
• Scarves and stoles to elevate your silhouette and add style to your look.

💍 Do you love jewellery? Don't hesitate to wear it! You can choose unique pieces, designer jewellery, or vintage sets to subtly and elegantly showcase what makes you one-of-a-kind in this world!

Skirts are in vogue for women

The long skirt, commonly known as the bohemian skirt, is making a strong comeback in fashion throughout the 2020s. It is reminiscent of the hippie era, with images from the "flower power" movement showing people wearing them on the lawns of the Woodstock festival... and you can still see them on the streets of our cities today. The women's skirt is generally a current trend. Of course, women are still wearing pants, especially those who are at the forefront of fashion trends, but the skirt certainly has its place. It's worth noting that in terms of fashion, in 2023 we have an incredibly wide range of options.

Today's Fashion is Made Up of Everything

One can draw inspiration from the trends that defined the last decades of the last century, each in its own way, as well as from the traditional skirts from around the world. This is the great advantage of today's fashion, where everything is allowed and nothing seems too eccentric to anyone, as originality is in vogue. We see young people strolling around dressed as they did in 1968 or 1983, and adults wearing the same clothes they had during their teenage years.

How to Wear a Long Skirt to a Wedding?

Are you invited to a wedding or a bridesmaid? Do you want to wear a bohemian outfit that flatters you? Chic and feminine, a plain long bohemian skirt is the perfect option.

I recommend going for a pastel shade, like pale pink, which you can pair with a plain white top and sandals in a matching colour. Don’t hesitate to accessorise this outfit with an iconic and timeless boho accessory: a flower crown! This type of outfit will definitely give you a natural and feminine look while keeping things comfortable. Perfect for a party!

I hope this article has answered all your questions about boho maxi skirts and has provided you with plenty of ideas on how to style this type of clothing, whether for everyday wear or a special occasion.

Are you on the lookout for the perfect maxi skirt? Feel free to check out our online store dedicated to bohemian fashion, where you'll find our collection of skirts, each one unique and stylish in its own way.

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