Being Bohemian with Shannon Jenkins

How To Be Boho Chic

Guest Post by Shannon Jenkins

I've always loved the free-spirited indie appeal of bohemian style. Wanting to learn how to achieve this look, I knew I had to get the expert advice of fashion blogger Shannon Jenkins. Shannon's blog, Upbeat Soles is a stunning example of modern bohemian style, where she displays perfectly put together outfits that are exemplary of this hippie chic theme. 

Here are Shannon's Tips on Bohemian Style...

Hi all of Sam's beautiful readers! This is Shannon of Upbeat Soles! The lovely Sam has asked me to take over for the day and talk a little bit about my favorite style, bohemian! A little bit about me, I am a born and raised Florida girl blogging about my love of fashion with daily outfits. I would describe my style as trendy with a definite bohemian vibe! So lets get started shall we!

So when choosing a bohemian style top definitely go for something loose fitting and flowy! Peasant tops, crop tops, baby doll tops are always a safe bet! For the detailing, go for a top with embroidery, lace, crochet, tie dye, fringe, or an aztec/tribal pattern. 

When picking out shorts, high waisted is the way to go, and more distressed the better! As for cotton shorts, go with a fun aztec or tribal pattern. Even better, try ones with a cute pom pom detail!

For pants, flare flare flare! What's bohemian without a little flare!? If you're feeling really bold, go with a patterned flare or even a lace! Also, a jogger or track pant in a fun pattern can be super boho!

If you are new at the boho style definitely start with a dress! So easy and beautiful! The same applies to dresses as the tops, loose fitting, flowy and lots of details and patterns! You really can't go wrong!

Shoes! My favorite part! You will always be safe with a good gladiator to complement your boho look! Get bold and go with a knee high gladiator! Also, the chunky wooden heels are super trendy right now and don't forget the Birkenstocks (because we all know everyone loves them ;)) For the details, look for embellishments, like studs or beads. Feeling funky? go for some fringe!

A good boho look is never complete without some headwear! Embellished headbands, turbans, felt fedoras, and flower crowns you can't go wrong with!

The absolute most important part of a boho look, jewelry! The more the better! Go for jewelry with coins, fringe, lots of layers, gemstones, and of course, turquoise! For the bracelets and rings, layer them up, like I said the more the better and don't forget about the armband! 

I am definitely no expert on the bohemian style, but honestly I don't think bohemian has an expertise! It is all about being relaxed and free, there is really no right or wrong! There are really so many variations of the boho style! I would like to call my style more boho chic, although I still love that raw bohemian look! I will leave you with a few of my own favorite bohemian looks and feel free to click on the picture to see the full post! Also, if you feel I missed something you think is important to the bohemian style, please do tell below! :)

Thanks to the lovely Shannon for this wonderful guest post and for sharing her personal style photos. You can catch up on more of her inspiring outfits here