Every time I see a top with the shoulders exposed, my inner Esmeralda (Hunchback of Notre Dame) awakes. I love the bohemian and gypsy vibes that an off-shoulder blouse gives. Wearing an off-shoulder dress or top, is a very sexy way of showing some skin without revealing too much. It is an elegant and playful look. The off-shoulder neckline has been popular for decades with style icons like Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin rocking the style. Lately, with the whole 70’s trend comeback, the off-shoulders tops have been everywhere. They are versatile pieces you can match to a pair of jeans or shorts for a boho look, or to a pair of black pants or skirt for a more sophisticated and elegant look. I love how you can basically dress them up and down. Apart from the tops, equally popular are the off-shoulder dresses. They create a sultry look which I personally love. I am actually an off-shoulder girl more than a cleavage girl. I feel sexier in a midi dress with my shoulders exposed than in a midi dress with low cleavage. Also lets not forget the playsuits. An off-shoulder playsuit is a perfect alternative to a two-pieces look. It channels a very playful and carefree vibe. It is the perfect easy outfit for a day where you just can’t put an outfit together. With spring slowly setting in, off-shoulder tops, dresses and playsuits are a wardrobe must. Below are some of my favorite picks that are perfect for channeling your inner bohemian girl or gypsy queen.
I absolutely love all the pieces pictured above. From the cute bohemian ones to the more structured and sophisticated ones, all these pieces are spring-summer wardrobe essentials. Don’t be afraid to embrace the bare-shoulders trend ladies! It’s one of the hottest of the season. Are you guys in favor of the off-shoulders trend or not? I know I am! Let’s connect! Pop over my Instagram (@vogueandmacarons) and Twitter (@vogueandmacaron) and say hello!
Although it’s the middle of November, Greece has gone back to spring mode with warm and sunny weather. However, in the nightime it actually gets quite cold and a coat is mandatory. This is a lovely look for transitioning from the warm day to the chilly night. It is inspired by one of the biggest trends of this season, as mentioned on a previous post (see here), which is the 70’s hippie style. The A-line skirt along with the floral – bell sleeve top is a very bohemian combination. The earthly colors of the top are complimented by the forest green shoes and coat, which is also a very hot trend this season. This look is not the boldest 70’s look you can create, but I absolutely love it and I believe it is perfect for those who love the 70’s but are on the milder and more toned down side.
My favorite piece from the look is the skirt; this ASOS A-line high waisted skirt is very comfortable and flattering for my bodytype. It doesn’t emphasize on the hips or thighs and the buttons create a slimming effect. A denim skirt is such a versatile piece and can be work with everything, from tops and shirts to jumpers and hoodies. It is a must have piece for anyone’s wardrobe. The sheer, floral shirt with the bell sleeves is from ZARA and it’s gorgeous. Mustard yellow, brown and brick red are hot colors for autumn and winter. Although I don’t pick them often, I feel like this top compliments me and my reddish brown hair. I love how the sleeves give this boho vibe which this look is all about. I decided to match the outfit with a forest green coat from ZARA that I absolutely love and have for over a year, and a new pair of ankle boots from TOPSHOP in the same color. I believe that forest green, besides being a hot trend right now, it also goes pretty well with the colors of the top and adds a little something to a toned down, casual outfit. Finally, I picked this light brown bag from ZARA, because it seems like it puts the whole look together. Brown and green is a match made in heaven and you can see the color of the bag in the top! This outfit is a great introduction to the 70’s trend. It is quite casual and perfect for a warmer or colder weather! What do you guys think of the 70’s trend? Comment down below or pop over on Twitter (@vickyinlalaland) or Instagram (@blueberrylover) to say hello!
One of the hottest trends of this fall is the wonderful 70’s. Furry vests, bell-bottoms and tops, fringes and suede are some of the trademarks of this hippie style. In the previous post I mentioned the 7 key pieces of this trend that every wardrobe should have. In this post I will be mentioning the Key shoes and accessories you will need in order to channel your inner bohemian queen.
In order to get in touch with your inner disco or hippie girl, you will need to invest in a pair of over the knee/thigh high boots and a pair of stompy platforms. Such a statement piece, the thigh high boots are inextricably connected with the 70’s. Suede, camel or black, with tassels or buckles, they are such a feminine type of shoe. They elongate your legs and make them look slimmer. I couldn’t resist to this trend so I got myself two amazing pairs both in black as they go well with anything. One of them is the Public Desire Carmen boots (pictured above). The chunky heel makes them even groovier 😉 Pair them with skinny jeans and a luscious coat for a everyday look or with a girly shift dress with bell sleeves for an ultimate 70’s look. On the other hand there are the gorgeous and daring platforms. From crushed velvet to wooden styles, they are a perfect match to flared jeans. If you belong to the fashion daredevils and you are not afraid of heights you should definitely incorporate at least one pair into your autumn wardrobe.
A saddle bag or a playful pouch are they key bags of this season. Although I personally love both styles, I got myself a cute saddle one from ZARA as I’ve always wanted one. Add some fringes like the Hiptipico saddle bag (pictured above) and they will look as if they jumped right out of the 70’s. Like the thigh high boots, they can spice up any simple outfit by adding texture and become the center piece. Earthly colors are more popular, like light brown/camel and forest green. The best part is that you don’t need to spend a fortune in order to get your hands on those pretty pieces as most high street brands carry a huge variety of both styles.
Besides the shoes and the bag, there are other accessories you can add to your fall wardrobe that can create a 70’s style, like chain belts and large floppy hats. Belts with many chains or large ornaments and coins are a perfect addition to any 70’s inspired look as well as suede ones with gold details. They compliment the look by giving it a more bohemian vibe. A big woolen floppy hat in burgundy or camel with a think or thin band would go great with a shift flowery dress. A knit headband would be a perfect company to a simple denim look. I really like the turban like knit headbands, like the ASOS one with a gold middle circle (pictured above), as they are an easy way to make a look more well put together and less ordinary.
Velvet chokers, statement necklaces and cuffs with colorful stones are some of the jewelry that can complete any 70’s inspired outfit. I absolutely love chokers as I find them very feminine and sexy whether they are plain or with a cute little jewel hanging, like a pearl or a stone. Black and burgundy are two popular colors with brown following up as it turns to be the color of this season. However, if a tight necklace is not your cup of tea then you could go for long necklaces with big gemstones hanging or with a more tribal vibe to them. As a minimalist I personally prefer the chokers but it all comes down to how bold you are! Lastly, a beautiful cuff – preferably gold – with some cool colorful stones like the one from ASOS (pictured above) would be an effortless way to show off your hippie side.
The 70’s is an era full of color and texture; fur, tassels and suede for clothes, shoes and bags and velvet, leather and bold gemstones for the accessories. The fun of this trend is to mix and match different items and pieces and create your unique look. In the end is all about embracing your inner hippie girl and let it out!
With fall slowly creeping in, an old trend has made an appearance in all the major catwalks; the 70’s are back! While I wasn’t a huge fan of the bohemian/hippie era as a kid, this year I have come to be quite fond of it. I don’t know what it is about those fur vests and fringed boots, but taking a look at them makes me instantly happy.
From NYFW high-end brands to our always beloved high street ones (Topshop, ZARA, H&M etc.), 70’s is everywhere! However, as with all the retro trends that make a comeback, it is important to incorporate into your everyday wardrobe with caution as going too far could lead to an outfit turned into a costume; and it’s not Halloween yet! Below I have put together the 7 KEY PIECES of this trend that are easy to blend with your own style so you can spice it up and create that beautiful and effortless bohemian look for this fall.
Fringes, fringes everywhere! On boots, on vests, on dresses and purses, fringes are literally everywhere this season. To me it’s a combination of wild west style and hippie 70’s and they totally work together like penutbutter and jelly! I am in love with a fringe black purse from H&M and a pair of suede, camel, fringed boots from ZARA that probably won’t fit my feet! And what about that awesome Topshop jscket (pictured above) right? Just perfect! Fringes are such a fun and boho addition to any item. They could be suede or leather, long or short and they will still steal the show.
Speaking of suede, now this is a fabric to look out for; Smooth like velvet but not as delicate, suede has always been one of my favorite materials to wear. It gives a sense of a wilderness for some reason. You can find it on skirts and dresses as well as –my personal favorite- shoes and especially long boots. What I like the most about it this season though, is the variety of colours as you can switch from the usual camel, to a pretty pale blue or a dark burgundy, like the beautiful Missguided dress (pictured above).
Boy oh boy, who would have thought that flared pants would come back to haunt us? I remember in highschool that was all I was wearing but I haven’t touched them since college. Looking at them this season, I find myself incorporating them in several outfits in my head which has taken me by surprise. It could be a pair of bell-bottom jeans for a more relaxed boho look, or a pair of suede trousers for a more polished look. Look at this total denim look by Missguided (pictured above). I need this in my life! It’s time to add some flair in your lives 😉
This is one of my favorite key pieces! I absolutely love bell-sleeve tops. I either go for white, or pastel coloured sheer ones, or for floral prints as in that way I combine two trends I like; the boho with the romantic/girly. A nice loose top with bell sleeves is perfect for day to-night outfits; pair it with jeans or cutoffs in the day and with pretty A-line skirts and black pants for a night look. Just perfect!
A-line button down skirts are a major piece of this trend. They add more structure on the total look which why they are perfect match to the loose bell-sleeve tops. You will find them mostly in many denim shades which creates a laid back/country girl. My personal favorites are the vibrant blue shades, like the Missguided one (pictured above), as they are neither too dark nor too light so perfect for all year round. However, for the more adventurers out there, you can also find the IT skirt of the season made out of suede in mostly camel and brown shades. I know I will definitely get my hands on both styles; suede and denim. What about you?
Bold, colorful designs make a strong appearance this fall. You will find them everywhere from maxi dresses and flared pants to Saturday Night Fever like jumpsuits. Paisley and floral prints add a total 70’s vibe and they turn any item into a statement piece. All i know is that I am definitely going to get my hands on that maxi dress goodness (pictured above) !! I can already see it paired with black thigh high boots!
Last but not least, a key piece for this fall would be the good old vest but with a twist; look for furry ones (faux always) or embroidered with flowers in creamy and burgundy shades, for the perfect hippie look. Think of Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix to get some inspiration on how to style such a unique piece. I absolutely love the long furry one by ZARA (pictured above) as it looks very warm and stylish! Flared pants and a furry vest are a match made in heaven for this season!
No one can deny that this fall it is the biggest come back of the 70’s. Earthly colors, bold prints, bell bottoms and tops, suede and fringe for modern bohemian queens, are just some of the characteristics of this trend. NYFW has already started and so much inspiration can be drawn from there for the modern fashionistas. Following my 7 key pieces post, there will be a KEY 70’s ACCESSORIES of this trend post where I’ll talk about shoes, purses and general accessories that are crucial to complete a 70’s look. If you want to be on the loop about everything on my blog all you have to do is click the follow button. Don’t forget you can also follow me on Bloglovin. Now off I go to get me some of these goodies cause I can’t wait for the proper fall to kick in already! What about you?
