BOHO ROCKS!!!

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I’ve been checking out many runway styles as well as street styles and I have been noticing a reoccurrence…the boho chic. The boho chic craze (if my memory serves me correct) came about in 2004/2005, when actress Sienna Miller went boho crazy after staring in the movie Alfie. Hard prints, flowing dresses, oversized shirts, wide loose-fitted pants, long wavy hair, and large accessories marked its place in this phase of fashion. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen also were considered ring leaders in placing the “boho chic” look in the forefront of America. This particular look eventually faded itself out of the fashion industry, and went into a bit of a hiatus. Now two or three years later, the “boho chic” returns…but with a new and improved attitude. Now simply termed “Uptown Bohemia” by fashion industry leaders, this look has redefined itself and is being presented in some of the hottest designers latest collections.

One of the most noticeable features of “Uptown Bohemia” is the hard comeback of the high-waist jeans. Many are just now tuning into this “high-waist craze” but believe it or not, this design came back around two years ago when funky designer Karen Walker was leading the pack in designing the high-waist jeans. It was also made very apparent during The Fugees Reunion performance in 2005 at the BET Awards, where Lauryn Hill wore them with a crisp white puff sleeve blouse, and a hot-to-trot big bow. But now in this “Uptown Bohemia” era, Grey Ant is showcasing signature high-waist designs that hit the curves in all the right places. As you already know, the high-waist design are made in skirts, shorts, skinny ankle, as well as wide legged. To keep up with the “UB” market, it is a must that you do the high-waist with the skinny leg. There are many other designers that are contributing to the high-waist look, including Gucci, Anlo, and Superfine.

Another major difference in this version of the “boho-chic” is the addition of metallic. Many designers are choosing to accent their designs with a dash of metallic to give the boho look a more modern feel. Accessorizing with metallics is also strongly suggested with this new look. Large sunglasses, similar to the sunglasses launched in Victoria Beckhams’ new line, are also a great addition to the Uptown Bohemian. The make up for this look consists of a soft, smoky eye with a bit of pearl eye shadow to soften and a nude color lipstick.

On the runways from Blumarine to Alberta Ferretti, the designs of the “Uptown Bohemian” are embroidered with ethnic prints that convey the diversity of modern gypsies. You'll also see crochet and deep V-necks with soft, practical fabrics and antique jewelry - '60s fashions inspired from the streets. It is the new hippie look, just more elegant and refined, of course…Enjoy!