How to Rock a Bohemian Maxi Skirt?

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

You’ve come to the right place.

As someone who loves bohemian fashion, I recommend having a few lightweight long skirts in your boho chic wardrobe. They'll give you an elegant and feminine look for any occasion.

Today, I’m sharing my top tips on how to pair a long skirt with the right top, shoes, and accessories to create a unique style that suits you and flatters your silhouette.

Feminine and comfortable, the bohemian long skirt is a piece that instantly adds style to your outfit. Its patterns and colours will elegantly enhance your legs. To keep with the bohemian vibe, I recommend pairing it with a white or light-coloured top, whether it's a plain t-shirt or a blouse, tucked into the skirt. For footwear, a pair of delicate strappy heeled sandals would be ideal. Alternatively, if you're after warmth and comfort, you could wear it with sneakers or ankle boots. Finally, don't hesitate to accessorise with items like a straw hat, a unique handbag, or even some designer jewellery to complete your look and express your personality through it!

Want to know more? Read this guide to find out:

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

How to Recognise a Chic Bohemian Long Skirt?

Whether it's summer or winter, a long skirt is a lovely piece of clothing to wear—it's both feminine and light. However, to match your bohemian chic style, it's crucial that your skirt also has these characteristics!

An Iconic Outfit from the Hippie Chic Trend

By the late 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 sense of true liberation: they wore light and loose-fitting clothes, allowing for great freedom of movement. These outfits were typically customized, featuring patterns like Tie and Dye, which creates a gradient of colours, as well as various embroidery designs.

The hippies embraced fashion by wearing vibrant and comfortable clothing, which perfectly aligns with what a long skirt can be. Today, we see in bohemian fashion the legacy of this era of freedom and creativity!

Various Patterns and Colours

Inspired by hippies as well as the ethnic fabrics from Africa and the East, chic bohemian skirts are known for their wide range of colours and designs. You'll find arabesques, botanical patterns, and even reproductions of Indian weavings. Some may be plain, but they are usually vibrant or textured, sometimes featuring 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 resemble fabrics made from natural fibers. This adds flow to the garments and gives an authentic touch to your outfit!

Does this style suit you?

The bohemian maxi skirt is an easy-to-wear outfit that flatters all body types. Its high waist design helps accentuate 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 take up about ⅔ of your outfit's height, while the top you wear with it should complete the remaining third. 😉

So, a bohemian skirt will be perfect for you if you're looking for a piece of clothing:

• easy to wear and match,
• that highlights your curves,
• providing great freedom of movement,
• protecting 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 style guide on how to wear these outfits in winter!

What top goes well with a bohemian long skirt?

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

A Crop Top

Very trendy in recent years, the crop top, as the name suggests, is a shortened top (with “cropped” meaning “cut, trimmed” in English) that reveals your hips and belly. It pairs especially well with a bohemian skirt, especially during summer or on holiday. It flatters most body types: if you have a fuller figure, you can definitely wear a crop top, but I recommend pairing it with a high-waisted long skirt that covers your belly to enhance your lovely curves.

👉 A white crop top is perfect for highlighting a colourful bohemian skirt! You can look for ones with lace-up details or a bit of lace to enhance your style!

A trendy t-shirt

If you're not quite comfortable showing your tummy, a classic t-shirt that’s a bit loose pairs 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 feature a unique print, allowing you to showcase a bit of your personality through your attire!

A Bohemian Tunic or Blouse

If you're looking for a slightly more dressed-up outfit (and a bit warmer too!), you can pair your skirt with a bohemian blouse. This could be a shirt, a long-sleeve top, or even a tunic. Again, I suggest tucking your top into your skirt and letting it blouse out a bit to create a cohesive look.

👉 Looking for a bohemian top to pair 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 Long Skirt?

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

Lightweight Sandals

Want to wear your bohemian long skirt this summer? I highly recommend pairing it with some open-toed sandals with light straps. You can choose heeled ones to give you a taller silhouette, or flat ones for added comfort. To match the bohemian style, go for natural tones like camel brown, off-white, or cream. Opt for leather, whether genuine or synthetic, to achieve an authentic look.

🌴 Are you on holiday at the beach? Feel free to wear your barefoot maxi skirt as long as the ground is safe! This will give you a very natural and trendy look, perfect for capturing lovely souvenir photos!

White Sneakers

Wearing sneakers with a dress is no longer seen as a fashion blunder—it’s been a style choice for a while now. It adds a casual and vibrant touch to your outfit, making you look radiant.

However, not all pairs of sneakers are necessarily suitable for wearing with a long skirt. To maintain an elegant and feminine look, I recommend going for a pair of low-top white sneakers. They should be spotless, so they complement your skirt and create a lovely matching effect with a white top or accessory you'll be wearing.

During Winter, Ankle Boots

Can’t bear to part with your bohemian maxi skirt? It’s easy to incorporate it into your winter wardrobe! Just wear it with some fine, subtle tights and ankle boots that fit snugly. If you’re up for it, heeled ankle boots will really enhance your silhouette. They pair wonderfully with a leather jacket in a matching shade, giving you the look of a stylish and independent woman!

What Accessories to Choose for the Perfect Boho Look?

As I often mention on this blog, bohemian fashion wouldn't be what it is today without its iconic accessories. These are what help you express your style by personalising your outfit. To complete your look, you might consider wearing:

• Wear sunglasses and a hat to highlight your face and protect yourself from the sun,
• A lovely natural bag, made of fabric or materials like straw or wicker,
• Some scarves and shawls to enhance your silhouette and give you that stylish look.

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

The Skirt is in Fashion for Women

The long skirt, often referred to as the bohemian skirt, is making a significant comeback in the fashion scene of the 2020s. It’s reminiscent of the hippie era, and we can spot it in images from the "flower power" days, like those taken on the lawns of the Woodstock festival... as well as in the streets of our cities today. The women's skirt is generally in line with current trends. Of course, women who are fashion-forward still wear pants, but the skirt definitely has its place. It's safe to say that in the world of fashion, by 2023, we have an incredibly diverse selection to choose from.

Fashion Today is All About Everything

We can draw inspiration from the styles that defined the last few decades of the previous century, each in its own unique way, as well as from the skirts that are traditional around the world. This is one of the great advantages of today’s fashion, where anything goes and nothing seems outlandish to anyone anymore, as originality is all the rage. We see young people strolling about dressed as they did in 1968 or 1983, and we also see adults wearing the same clothes they had on during their youth.

How to Wear a Long Skirt for a Wedding?

Are you invited to a wedding or a bridesmaid? Looking to wear a bohemian outfit that flatters you? Chic and feminine, a solid-coloured long bohemian skirt is an ideal choice.

I recommend going for a pastel shade, like light pink, and pairing it with a plain white top and sandals in a similar hue. Don’t hesitate to accessorise this outfit with a timeless and iconic bohemian accessory: the flower crown! This kind of outfit will surely give you a natural and feminine look while keeping it very comfortable. Perfect for celebrating!

I hope this article has answered all your questions about bohemian long skirts and given you plenty of ideas on how to wear this type of clothing, whether it’s for everyday use or a special occasion.

Looking for the perfect maxi skirt? Don't hesitate to check out our online store dedicated to bohemian fashion, where you'll find our collection of skirts, each one just as unique and stylish as the next.

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