Boho Handbags for All Your Fashion Accessory Needs

I am my experiment, I am my own work of art, I am free, I am ‘Me’. The spirited gypsy, the rebellious bohemian. While the 60s may have faded in a green tinted haze, the decade’s undoubtedly eccentric fashion trends have reestablished themselves, but with a modern twist. In the era of mass production and botox, bohemian accessories or ‘Boho Chic’- in fashion parlance – is the new mantra of individuality, of leaving your mark, of trendiness.

Reminiscent of the flower power days, boho chic is earthy, crunchy, comfortable and stunningly stylish in its current avatar, adding that extra zing to any outfit. Scores of celebrities sporting this seemingly wild, bright and layered look is a testament to its popularity. And, for all those looking to spice up their personas, there’s one thing you just cannot miss; the bohemian handbags, also called the hobo bag, boho bag and even the dumpling bag owing to its characteristic crescent shape and a long strap.

And, I bet you didn’t know this one; each boho bag is unique owing to the fact that they are almost always handmade and no two bags will ever look the same, giving you an exclusive sense of style. The bags are designed with a non conventional style driven by a creative aesthetic, rather than classic styling. For those with a taste for the exotica, the bag has its roots in the handicrafts of tribal India.
Some of the patterns, characteristics and markers of boho bags are:

• Shapes: While the crescent shape is the most popular, having acquired an almost cult status among boho fashionistas, rectangular, square and oval shaped bags also do the rounds. These bags are big on space and utility with pockets and a closed top more often than not.
• Fabric: Natural materials, such as leather, suede, fabrics like cotton, silk; hemp and jute are commonly used in boho bags. Boho bags made in fabric are most popular as far as the casual look is concerned.

• Colors: Red, Blue, Orange, Purple, it’s like an explosion of rainbows. True to its form, there are no strict color codes.

• Details: Again, the range of possibilities is infinite, ranging from fringes, patchwork, beadwork, mirrors, sequins, embroidery, zari work, brocades and lace, the basic underlying theme being boho.

The trend of Boho bags gained momentum in the year 2005 and it’s not tough to see why. The greatest advantage of Boho bags is their versatility, the fact that you can match them with any outfit. Simple patchwork or tie and dyed bags are perfect for the casual day out, fringes and leather tassels add that uber cool glamour for a night on the town or u can just go luxe with the glittery sequins or patterned brocades. Whether you are wearing jeans or an evening dress or a long Boho skirt, ultra chic was never this easy. While you can buy boho bags at any handbag shop worth its name, the web offers better deals and more variety. However, always compare prices before making a purchase or just head straight to you closest thrift shop.

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