Long curly hair, black sunglasses, a
headband, loose, flared trousers, wide boat neck shirt, high-heeled leather
boots and a slouchy hat with a wide brim – Texas??? It sounds pretty much like American
countryside attire. But definitely, it is not. You might recall Zeenat Aman
grooving lethargically to R.D. Burman’s classic, ‘Dum Maaro Dum’. Hash been
smoked off, nomadic life, staying rooted to the nature, a complete reject from
regular fashion, standing out in the crowd, shocking the world – all these traits
owe their allegiance to the hippie style that came to the fore in late 1960s.
Before getting into the Bohemian groove,
let’s find out the meaning and significance of the name. With respect to the history
of our human civilization, a Bohemian is a resident of Kingdom of Bohemia,
better known as Czech Republic in the present geographical etymology. When it
comes to ‘Bohemia’, it was derived from Boii,
a Celtic tribe. Social unconventionality is a general reference that is often
tagged with this particular term. The hippie movement during the mid-1960s in
USA reinforced this idea of social rejection.
When it struck a chord in the world of
fashion, fashion pundits all over the world considered Bohemian or Boho as a
state of mind. This timeless and ageless psychological revolution induced a
completely new definition of looking unique from the rest of the crowd. Bohemian
clothing derives its parentage from ethnic wear. Colourful folk art or
psychedelic, floral, geometrical, Moroccan kitsch, ancient Sanskrit or
Devanagari scripture prints define Bohemian fashion. A Bohemian fashionista
prefers to be outrageous rather than getting lost in the usual fashion
labyrinths.
Being Bohemian does not necessarily demand embracing
of a certain kind of clothing only. One who refuses to flow with the crowd
establishes himself/herself as a Bohemian. Take a look at Audrey Hepburn and
her fashion statements. Or for that matter, Lady Gaga, Kate Moss, Chloe
Sevigny, Mischa Barton, Sienna Miller, The Olsens or any other well-known
figure in the entertainment diaspora who have made headlines in newspapers and
television worldwide, Bohemianism is always what they try and convey. Detailing
is another important aspect of boho-chic style. Accessories like layered
necklaces, berets and head scarves, belts, moccasins, cowboy boots, leggings,
ballerina flats, platform shoes, and sequined vests complete your Bohemian
style quotient.
Bohemian style quotient is all about
individuality, anti-establishment, critical thinking and a core interest in
art, literature, music and visual arts.
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