I'm a yayer for boho too! Not necessarily peasant tops (especially if they are see-through), but I really like scarves and chunky beads and fabric bags and flowy skirts. A lot of it is about the fabric though too. I saw a lot of peasant tops in Macys today, and so many were made from polyester. Ugh!!!

I'm another who likes the look of boho, but doesn't feel comfortable wearing it myself. For some reason it feels very at odds with the more retro element in my style. I do think, though, that like any trend, anybody can wear boho well, without looking over-the-top or hippyish. It's in the details: wooden jewelry, braided or distressed leather, fringed scarves and gladiators are all little ways of incorporating the look, if the more "obvious" one of volume doesn't float your boat. (Though I also agree with Maya and Angie that almost anyone can wear volume- it's also in the details and the way you wear it!)

There is a chain here in the UK called Jigsaw (I think there are some stores in the US, too?), which has been around since the 70's, and has always had a bit of an underlying boho vibe. Even though I don't consider myself a boho girl, I love Jigsaw's collections. It's a more polished, intellectual version of boho, if that makes any sense.

http://www.jigsaw-online.com/

Huge Jigsaw fan here, too. I wish they would open a store near Chicago!

In the U.S., Lucky Jeans is another brand that's hugely boho. I am not as Karl Lagerfeld-esque as Angie :), but if I had to choose a designer, I'd be Valentino, so that leaves me a loooooong way from Boho too.

In addition to Kate Hudson, I also see Julia Roberts as boho in her style. I could see her shopping at Lucky Jeans!

Huge Jigsaw fan here, too. I wish they would open a store near Chicago!

In the U.S., Lucky Jeans is another brand that's hugely boho. I am not as Karl Lagerfeld-esque as Angie :), but if I had to choose a designer, I'd be Valentino, so that leaves me a loooooong way from Boho too.

In addition to Kate Hudson, I also see Julia Roberts as boho in her style. I could see her shopping at Lucky Jeans!

Gee, you blink and the thread has exploded to 2 pages. I am a bit of a boho gal. I do not prefer the voluminous tops tied at the neck nor the layered skirts, but I love the empire waist tops and some of the "boho feel" prints. And I wear tie dye as gear when performing with my dog. Angie, I can't believe you initially forgot my tie dye! I think you can incorporate a bit of the boho look for the work world. Angie has help me add pieces and still look very professionally.

I'm late to this but I had to add - there is so much of this look I love and, like San, it takes me back to the 70's. I'll have to post some of the Anthropologie tops (gifts) I have for summer and see what you guys think- they're very boho, very casual and a few I'll probably have up for swap.

I like this thread! I am pretty bad at distinguishing what categories certain elements of styles belong in. It's helpful to learn that boho appeals to me. It's funny because I dislike the full-on hippie look a la Nicole Richie but I find that I have a lot of the elements of boho in my wardrobe. I love the empire cut, crochet, wooden jewelry, smocking, crinkly fabrics, peasant-style tops, and hobo bags. I'm not a fan of brown, macrame, patchwork, and aged leather. I like the boho look mostly for summer and in small doses.

As far as volume, I love volume in tops. I've just learned that I am an hourglass "x" shape and should define my waist, but I like loose tops and yoke necks. They add volume to my small chest and don't seem to add the appearance of weight around the middle. They seem to balance my arms and when worn with tighter pants don't look unbalanced.

I like some elements of the boho look. Cotton gauze and linen tops, chunky beads, hobo bags (my current bag is by Lucky, and it's a hobo), tunics, scarves, wooden jewelry, natural semi-precious stones, and aged leather all appeal to me. I like these things best when one or two boho elements are used in an outfit that's otherwise fresh and crisp. For example: a worn-in cognac leather bag, a crisp but floaty white cotton tunic, dark denim, and simple shoes. My lifestyle is very casual and I hope to pick up some boho tops, especially, this summer. I struggle with figuring out great casual looks, partly because as wonderful as YLF is, most outfit posts lean towards smart casual. I love the look of smart casual but I'm discovering that it's a bit much for my lifestyle most days. I've actually stayed away from boho and other casual looks--I often think they're not YLF-worthy! Maybe I'm wrong on that. I also thought that volume wasn't great for me because I'm an hourglass, but after reading Maya's eloquent explanations (and Angie's affirmations), I feel like maybe I can indulge my love of volume more. Just in time for hot weather.

I saw a surprisingly lovely boho top at Old Navy today: http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/.....=653562042
and I like the Gap one that Maya posted a lot, too.

I forgot that you had another pair of those shoes Maya :0)

Brianna, casual wear can be fab! You don’t need to dress smart casually if that’s not casual enough for you. That's completely YLF approved. I have a hard time with people wearing gear as casual wear – that’s all. A pretty boho top. A fab colour for you. Go for it.

A blog post about casual-fab, please!

Have a squizz, Cricket:

http://youlookfab.com/2008/03/.....de-casual/

I have an ENTIRE category devoted to the dress code (side bar on the RHS). You might like to peruse through when you have a moment.

Catching up with this thread. 'Full-on' boho is not something I see myself in, but maybe a tiny boho detail here and there could work;-) And I'll definitely be trying the voluminous look this Summer!

Maya: I remember that top yes, and am still smitten by it! I hope you're still wearing it?
Did you see the pants you love are 50% off, by the way?

Laura: For the time being there aren't too many boho influenced items in the shops. But I did see a few peasant-y embroidered tops last week. And Esprit seems to have a few every year too.

Maya, That top you are wearing in the first pic is great. I have one that is similar from H&M, but it is cotton and does not look as pulled together.

I know they're on sale Inge but I don't need them and can't really justify anything I don't need. Right now all that I really need are comfy shoes, and even those have to be a bargain for me to be comfortable. I'm eagerly awaiting my tax refund for shoe money! I plan to use it to try Angie's sandals, the ones Brianna posted, and one other pair.

I do still wear that shirt. It's great for spring. The colors, pattern, and material make it perfect for this time of year. I'll be keeping it for a long time to come, and since it's silk it seems like it will last. Who would have thought a $19 top from H&M would have such an influence!

Elpgal, is yours knit or woven? I find that I prefer wovens when it comes to volume (though it's not a strong preference and there are certainly lots of sweet voluminous knit tops out there). But it might make you feel a bit more crisp.

Maya, I LOVE that skirt! Silk for $19? *dies*

What are the third pair of sandals you're going to try?

Interesting discussion! Like many of you, I appreciate boho on others, but it's not me. I like Angie's capsule description of boho. Maybe if we could have a glossary of various fashion personas, I'd have better luck figuring out what my personal style is. Hint, hint.