A few weeks ago I shared all about the new cottagecore design style and it was a big hit! I think that specific style, despite the different names people have called it over the years is a really special one to a lot of the people in this community!
So as part of a new series, I’ll be doing little deep dives into some of the more popular current design styles and sharing my takes on them!
This week I’ll be talking all about Bohemian or Boho design style, and a few more I have in the works are Mid-Century Modern, and Grand Millennial.
Describing Bohemian Style:
Some of the words that come to mind when I’m thinking about boho style are: ecclectic, gypsy, and 70’s, hippie, and laid-back.
It’s a really forgiving look, and well-collected.
I think about how sometimes people have design elements in their home that they feel they HAVE to work around for a time being, like funky tile in a bathroom or crumbling plaster on a bedroom wall. Adding in boho elements has a way of bringing those things full circle to look more intentional and cohesive in your space.
Bohemian Style Colors & Design Choices:
Within the overarching style of “boho”, there are sub-sets that choose to do things in slightly different (but equally fun and beautiful) ways.
Some people choose to stick with all natural colors with raw wood. Some prefer black and white tones, and on the other end of the spectrum, some go all out with colors and use things like turquoise, chartreuse, coral, and mustard yellow – often times all together.
Above all, something every boho look will include is an indulgent amount of textures and patterns.
I think for wooden accents, almost all boho designs stick with medium wood tones or raw/natural wood. The raw and natural wood look is often repeated in woven baskets (but we’ll also chat about those more soon!).
Architectural design choices include items such as rustic wooden beams, the incorporation of elements that might be considered dilapidated like the crumbling plaster I mentioned before, brick (natural or painted really ANY color), and funky colorful tile.
