I’ve been shopping for casual updates to Spring and Summer wardrobes with clients lately, and here are some of the winning pieces. The items are Boho Chic inspired, but remember that you needn’t wear a boho vibe from top to toe. Sport one piece at a time with non-boho items if that’s more to your taste.
Some of the items come in several colours, so do take a peek if the ones I chose are not to your liking. The tops work well with slimmer fit pants and the two pairs of structured flares that I included in the collection. I bought the white flares and LOVE them.
- Bobeau Print Poncho Top: My client paired this top with a pair of skinny cropped jeans and took my breath away. I GASPED in the dressing room. Must have broad shoulders to hold up the style. Oversized yet soft and refined. The handkerchief hems add just enough structure to the look.
- Citizens of Humanity 'Drew' Crop Flare Jeans (Waterfront): A fashion forward style that needs to hit you at the length it is hitting the model. Extra flattering with ankle strap heeled footwear.
- BP Fringe Tote: Affordable boho fringe. It has a hard edge in black, and a less boho vibe in the shape of a tote.
- Dansko 'Maisie' Ankle Strap Leather Pump (Women): Comfortable, super cute and supportive. I found them a little heavy, but my client was very happy with their chunky weight. These look best when they create a low contrast against your skin tone - like the tan on a particular client. In high contrast colours, the style can look very stumpy and "hoof-like", so consider yourself warned.
- Dansko 'Larissa' Sandal (Women): An extremely supportive, comfortable and cushioning sandal. Works surprisingly well for both high and low volume feet.
- Michael 'Multi Shore Ikat' Kimono Sleeve Top: A little polished and silky '70s fun to wear with flared jeans, trousers or a pencil skirt.
- Michael Tie Dye Peasant Top (Regular & Petite): A tie-dye looks crisp with white jeans. Soft, comfy and pretty. Great on a larger bust, shorter neck and apple shaped body type.
- Madewell 'The Transport' Leather Tote: A cognac tote with a modern integrity.
- Fossil 'Emerson' Leather Satchel: A well-made tote that is a little dressier than extra casual. Orange works well with all sorts of Boho Chic looks by adding a more graphic touch than weathered brown leather. Orange looks particularly good with shades of blue and white.
- Free People 'Rainforest' French Terry Pullover: Boho meets laser-cut detailing in a trendy cropped style. Swingy, dramatic and oversized. Best worn with high-rise bottoms.
- Biala 'Alice' Ankle Strap Leather Espadrille (Women): Surprisingly comfortable, but not supportive of high arches. Works well on both high and low volume feet. Well made.
- KUT from the Kloth 'Chrissy' Flare Leg Jeans (White): Thick and very structured with just the right amount of stretch. Not see-through at all. Works well on a straight and curvy body type, although the waistband might need alteration on a relatively small waist. Plenty of length for tall gals. Fab swagger on the flare.
Visit the collection page to see the items alongside my descriptions.
