Bohemian Wardrobe Essentials
13 Bohemian Staples That Belong to Every Free-Spirited Girl
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A true boho babe is relaxed. She acts natural, and her wardrobe fits the bill. Breezy separates she can fall asleep in, then wake up and wear to breakfast are played up by simple hair wraps or perhaps a hat. Her getting-ready routine is less about a crisply pressed collar, like your average prep, and more about leaving things undone.
In the Spring and Summer, she slips into sandals that let her toes breathe or neutral suede booties that go with everything, from her worn-in denim cutoffs to her crocheted cover-up. Sound easy enough? Read on for the 13 essentials this free-spirited queen stocks each season, then shop a whole range of options.
1 A Headwrap or Hat
A true boho girl lets her hair down loose in its natural form, whether waves or curls. When her locks get unruly, she simply adds a band like this Untamed Petals by Amanda Judge wrap ($428) or covers up with a fedora.
2 A Maxi Design
Whether it's part of a set like Flynn Skye's That's a Wrap Crop Top ($145) and Wrap It Up Skirt ($158) or a full-length design, look for florals and breezy, open shapes that will flow with the wind.
3 Denim Cutoffs
A washed-out, slightly distressed style in a high-waist silhouette is just what you need to complete your bardot tops and crochet bandeaus. This Forever 21 Contemporary pair ($25) is an instant must have.
4 Gladiator Sandals
Lacing up your gladiator sandals will come naturally once Summer stars. Though the Stuart Weitzman Sparta pair ($498) straps up to your knees, there are plenty of styles that wrap around the ankle and provide the same effect.
5 Turquoise Earrings
Even when you're not wearing blue, there's something about a pop of turquoise that fits right in with your wardrobe. The stone is a standout favorite, and we love this Natalie B set ($39) that comes complete with feathers.
6 A One-Piece You Can Work as a Bodysuit
Get it wet or style it with your cutoffs — just pick a suit that's striking and boasts a natural color palette, like this ASOS Contrast Lattice Halter ($55).
7 A Fringed Bag
Invest in a truly lovable tasseled crossbody that you can pair with absoulely everything. The Chloé Hudson design ($2,350) isn't only special for its rainbow effect; it's a covetable among the fashion set.
8 Desert Booties
Whether they're espadrilles like these Balenciaga Desert shoes ($565) or complete with a wooden heel, sporting suede on your feet looks natural and slightly rustic.
9 A Printed Robe
Throwing on a patterned piece like this Missoni Cardigan ($940) as soon as you wake up pulls your look together at once. Slide into your sandals and grab breakfast or hit the beach.
10 A Crocheted Piece
While a longline cardigan like this Zara Patchwork Coat ($149) is a standout silhouette, there are plenty of white crocheted maxis or cover-ups that will keep you cool and show you appreciate intricate stitching.
11 A Breezy Blouse
Whether off the shoulder, white with tassels, or complete with bell sleeves, something like this Topshop Floral Bardot shirt ($52) is a no-brainer for your wardrobe.
12 Layered Jewelry
Something delicate that shows you put thought into your look but still maintains an effortless vibe is perfect. This Plukka gold ring bracelet ($420) fits the bill.
13 A Lived-In Soft Tee
For pairing with cutoffs, letting it hang loose over a bikini in the Summer, or sleeping in, a slub tee like this Project Social design ($34) is ideal.
