Boho chic is so back. Trends have once again come full circle—and this time, we’re running it back 20 years to the popular boho-chic style of the mid 2000s.
Earthy tones and flowy textures will run the season, thanks to recent runway shows by Chloé and Isabel Marant setting the mood. Think the laid-back, crunchy look of the ’70s with a few stolen elements from the rockstar-glam looks of the ’90s—from fringe and lace to studded leather, messy makeup and slouchy bags. So, after a year of the overly high-effort looks of the clean girl and officecore aesthetics, it’s high time we kick back and opt for undone yet chic looks.
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Piggybacking off of last year’s trend, a pair of tall boots will continue to be a must-wear into spring and summer. Cherie low- heel boot in cognac, $610, rangonistore.com
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Wear this ivory ruched op as either a midiskirt or dress, and pair with tall boots or gladiator sandals and a slouchy leather tote. Praire convertible skirt, $148, shopvoda.com
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Fringe is equal parts neutral and bold—meaning you can throw it on for the finishing touch to any outfit. Western leather fringe jacket, $525, tecovas.com
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This goes-with-everything tote touts a modern shape with vintage-like embellishments for a versatile-meets-unique accessory. Sofia studded baguette bag, $58, shophellbent.com
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An ivory or white blouse with some kind of unique textures—think ruffles, ruching or lace—is a quintessential staple in a ’70s-sleaze outfit. Paris lace blouse, $149, edgeofurge.com
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Channeling stars from a decade ago to five, oversize statement sunnies are an easy-to-pair and practical accessory. Lorna sunglasses, $24, edgeofurge.com
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Who doesn’t love a useless belt? Channel boho sleaze icon Kate Moss with a low-slung belt over a skirt or dress. Studded Western belt, $88, madewell.com
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This Sharon Tate-esque suede skirt is perfect to pair with a low-slung belt and tank, or a textured top and tall boots for elevated occasions. Per-Suede Me miniskirt, $54, shophellbent.com
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The best part of boho being back? It’s bringing millennial pink (aka a pale mauve) with it. Embrace the comeback with this lace look. Drea embroidery dress, $450, uniquities.com
If you “come alive in the fall time” (cue “Yarn” by The Weeknd)… classy-but-cozy season is so back via a fresh palette of rich autumnal hues ranging olive, rust and grays that promise to add natural elegance to also-trending neutrals—and we’re falling for it. Shop the season’s best shades for a highly saturated autumn.
By Melissa Howsam & Heidi Reid
Olive Green
Fashion always loves a baseball hat. Keep the dust out of your eyes (!) and your head up in this unique but still-easy-to-style fall mainstay that’s the perfect match for pumpkin patches and bad hair days alike. Cowboys don’t cry hat, $44, shopvoda.com
It’s a heavy-metal fall. Grommets and studs are going to be the much-needed detail on every outfit this autumn, and these tasteful-but-practical shoes will have you sliding (!) into the season in vogue. Lennya sandal by Isabel Marant, $482, uniquities.com
Jeans aren’t a closet staple for no reason—and these oversize (but not too oversize) olive-toned jeans sit perfectly at the intersection of mod and timeless. The Ditcher roller zip sneak jeans, $248, uniquities.com
Take a cue from Zoë Kravitz’s street style and stay sunny well into the cooler days with the subtle but practical pop of color these sunnies sport. Clever sunnies, $24, edgeofurge.com
Sustained Gray
Finally getting its moment in the sun, the corporate in-between gray-headed stepchild to white and black chic promises to turn heads as a statement-making closet essential this season. Reye scalloped sweater vest, $59, madisonboutique.com
Stockholm style is proving to be Sweden’s biggest export—aka it’s time to stock up (had to) on basic and easy-to-match sweaters for lounging, chai latte runs and everything in between. Go With Everything sweater, $64, shophellbent.com
Rust
ICYMI, flowy midiskirt aren’t just for Dead & Co. concerts anymore—now all aesthetics are flaunting them. Fall into the emerging trend and pair this comfy warm-toned op with boots or ballet flats. Itzel midiskirt, $98, uniquities.com
Who wouldn’t want to match the darkening orange of the trees lining their daily commute? Your work wardrobe needs this pop of color underneath a patterned blazer or a sheer blouse ASAP. Melly Contrast tank in rust, $36, edgeofurge.com
Raleigh rain is inevitable in the fall—so take the forecast by storm and perk up any outfit with fresh and funky outerwear. Imper Twiggy printed raincoat, $154, ctweekends.com
The unexpected shoe of the summer is stepping out.
Boots? For summer? Groundbreaking (!). Good news, Midwest princesses—cowgirl chic is riding high. If you thought western boots don’t exactly give warm-weather vibes, think again. Thanks to a multitude of celebs knockin’ around in cowgirl kicks (think Queen Bey, Lana Del Rey and Bella Hadid), the shoe of the summer isn’t a summer shoe at all. These boots were (literally) made for walking, bridging the gap between a sneaker and a summer heel with comfort and versatility—NTM they come in every color and style under the sun. So, leave the stagnant sandals in the back of your closet and pony up to the versatile shoes of the season. Cowgirl, take me away…
Four cowgirl chic selects to pair with summer’s “it” shoe:
Shield your eyes from the hot sun when romping through “wide open spaces”—all while looking more stylish than Jolene herself. Field Proper hat, $89, edgeofurge.com
Gingham is the new black. Blur the lines between Euro summer-core and cowgirl chic—and turn heads—in this versatile tie halter. Picnic halter top, $72, shophellbent.com
Jorts have made their triumphant return for the summer—but these aren’t your typical Daisy Dukes. Opt a longer pair of denims with boots for just a flash of leg in true cowgirl fashion. Down low undercover fray shorts, $228, uniquities.com
Ride off into the sunset with the perfect pop of color for your Western OOTD via this elevated and much-needed accessory. Bryson belt, $20, madisonboutique.com
Ready to suit up? OHM Fitness, a group fitness studio specializing in wearable tech workouts—with electrical muscle stimulation!—is bowing in three Triangle locations, the first of which is slated to open in Raleigh. Say ohm! @ohmfitnessstudios
Got skillz? Book a class at Sk1ll Fitness Studio—which made its debut in April—for a slew of ops for your sweat sesh: indoor cycling, cardio, Pilates, dance aerobics. Step this way! @skillfitstudio (Sk1ll Fitness Studio)
These boots are made for walking… and that’s just what they’ll do. Slip on a pair of Tecovashandmade cowboy boots over at the Texas-based shop’s forthcoming North Hills locale. Yeehaw! @tecovas
Hey, sis—ready to slay? We can’t keep quiet aboutHUSH, a luxe salon now open in Smoky Hollow that’ll have your hair, lashes and brows on fleek. Pop off! @hushraleigh
Find flower shop Golden Florabudding its business via grab-and-go bouquets for weddings, events or whatever you’re feelin’ like nabbing flowers for. There you grow! @goldenflorashop (Caitlyn Frank)
Pet parents, rejoice! Local vet Dr. Stephanie Call is opening a new veterinarian hospital in Apex this June in partnership with GoodVets. It’s sure to be doggone great. @good.vets (RWE Design Build)
