The New Boho

How To Add Some Edge To Your Style

Words by Laura Weber, Photography by Ian Martins

Featuring Rabens Saloner Lotty Serpent Long Kimono $699, Malene Birger Tendai Leather Pants $695

Featuring Rabens Saloner Lotty Serpent Long Kimono $699, Malene Birger Tendai Leather Pants $695

The stereotypical β€œboho” look is over-characterized by peasant dresses, paisley prints, oversized bags and floppy hats. This season we’re calling for a new boho that is more Kate Moss than Mary Kate and Ashley - less hippy and more sexy. 

The Essentials for updating the Boho look: 

Silk Kimonos: A silk kimono is just as sexy as it sounds. You can dress it up by wearing it over a little black dress or you can dress it down with a burnout tee, leggings and booties. Either way you will look naturally exotic and effortlessly chic.  

Animal Prints: Not all animal prints are created equal. Try to avoid the pink and blue leopard print and keep the colours of your second skin natural and true to the original. Snake and other reptile prints are sure to give you that unexpected edge. 

Dip-dye: If you have an unforgivable attraction to tie-dye here is your chance to make it acceptable. Dip-dye still has that wild, free-spirited vibe while remaining cool and composed. Dare to mix it in with your day wear or rock it on a night out. 

Leather Pants: Any type of leather accent assures a certain level of edginess. The right pair of leather pants can boost your sex appeal and be surprisingly comfortable. Wear them like you wear any other leggings and increase your cool factor.   

Get mojo rising in the these edgy boho inspired looks featuring designs by Rabens Saloner now available in store at our Distillery District location. 

Featuring Raben Saloner Bleed Dress $245, Malene Birger Tendai Leather Pants $695

Featuring Raben Saloner Bleed Dress $245, Malene Birger Tendai Leather Pants $695

Fall Into Party Dresses

With cooler weather coming our way, September is the best month for a new party dress.  Start working in fall fabrics like wool and leather to ease the seasonal transition.

Fall is the perfect season to re-introduce the Little Black Dress, paired with killer accessories and bare legs to show off the summers' tan.  

 

Edgy Evening Styles

Looking for a departure from summer’s brights and florals?  Get noticed in these edgy items, perfect for a night out downtown.  

Edgy brands like Designers Remix Collection and Something Else always gives us moody prints, and sexy unexpected cuts that are unique yet versatile.

Don’t be afraid to add a studded shoe or bag to emphasize the trend.

 

It's a Wrap: Spring Scarves from Leigh & Luca

Designers Remix Collection Josie Scarf $158.

Leigh & Luca Saint Square Fringe Scarf $245.

 Approaching a beautiful scarf is like buying a piece of art.  Buy the colour, texture or print that makes you happy and with wear it with a care-free attitude; wrap it, drape it or let it hang loose.  Like any look that projects style it should be worn with insouciance, a certain β€œje ne sais quoi”.

​Leigh & Luca Tribal Triangle Tasseled Scarf $115.

​Sammy Stripe Scarf $110.

Rooted deeply in classic French flare, this accessory is not one to be intimidated by and adds instant impact to your look.

 A scarf can be an accent to any outfit and is offers a flattering colour to your face, offering instant brightening to any complexion.  No need to see this accessory as weather dependent, scarves can be worn all year round.  For major style points this summer, wear a scarf with shorts or a dress to juxtapose this seemingly untraditional combination. 

What's New: Dresses by Twenty8Twelve x Sienna Miller

It's not warm enough to really bust out the Spring wardrobe, but that doesn't mean we can't have a little fun in the interm. Check out these great asymmetric dresses from Sienna Miller and her exclusive Twenty8Twelve line. They are comfy, fit great and highlight all the "right" curves. Feeling sexy never felt so comfortable! 

Twenty8Twelve Asymetric V-Neck Dress: $399

Twenty8Twelve Asymetric V-Neck Dress: $399

Twenty8Twelve Asymetric V-Neck Dress: $399

Twenty8Twelve Asymetric V-Neck Dress: $399

Twenty8Twelve Jersey Dress: $399

Twenty8Twelve Jersey Dress: $338