About Bohemian
Bohemian chic (or boho chic) is one of the hottest trends of the moment. It can be seen not only in apparel, but also in accessories like handbags. Bohemian handbags started to make their comeback around fall 2010 and since then have been in collections from both designers and affordable labels alike. But what exactly makes a purse a boho bag?
The bohemian look is not only multi-cultural, but also multi-generational. Easily described as earthy, eclectic, and free-spirited, the boho style is a blend of patterns, colors, embellishments, and materials inspired by gypsies, the 1970's hippie scene, and African, Indian, and Asian prints. It's all about breaking conventional fashion norms with sexy and edgy yet organic pieces. So you might think, then, that bohemian handbags would be difficult to identify. Fortunately, there are elements bags within this trend tend to share.
Many bohemian handbags are made from fabrics like cotton and canvas. They often feature details like beading, tassels, and fringe. The slouchy hobo and the oversized tote are common shapes. Ethnic prints particularly ikat are also characteristic of boho style.
