How the white bohemian skirt became the ultimate summer staple
Many of you may remember how bohemian skirts dominated street style in the late 1980s, when bohemian chic fashion was at its peak. Stars like Vanessa Hudgens, Nicole Richie, Kate Moss and Sienna Miller were always seen wearing breezy, flowing bohemian skirts, whether it was at music festivals or coffee runs.
With the resurgence of late 2000s and 2010s fashion, it’s no wonder the humble white bohemian skirt is back in our closets.
However, its origins can be traced back to the 1960s and 70s. Counterculture icons Stevie Nicks, Janis Joplin, and other favorites of the “It” girls of the time opted for unstructured silhouettes that offered a free-spirited approach to fashion. Runway designs from Chloé, Yves Saint Laurent, Isabel Marant, and Gucci pushed bohemian skirts further into the mainstream.
The term “bohemian” originated in 19th century Europe and was used to refer to people with unconventional or nomadic lifestyles who rejected social norms. To this day, the bohemian-chic aesthetic embodies the effortless, carefree vibe everyone wants to channel during the summer.
