“Bohemian” can describe anyone who lives an artistic life different from the norm. One where self-expression carries a high value acts as an integral part of one’s life and image. Artistic can imply involvement in any of the following areas:
- acting
- music
- poetry
- writing
- painting
- dancing
- singing
Artistic craft may be the passion and drive of their life affecting even their image or how they choose to portray themselves through dress.
Look to Pete Doherty on the cover on Vogue Hommes International for a contemporary bohemian look for men. He is decked out in Dior Homme, which may appear to some as a bohemian contradiction. But, nonetheless the look can still be achieved with more modest means…if need be.
The key to remember is to look effortless but not like a disheveled mess. This last part cannot be stressed enough.
Go for flat-front trousers in a dark color. For the shirt go for a basic knit polo, perhaps with horizontal stripes.
The key to the look is accessories. On the cover Doherty uses his own necklaces. A good pair of kicks, something a basic as Chuck Taylors. And a hat is a must to top off the Bohemian look. Try to find a boller hat, or at least a good fedora if you prefer.
The self-expression one can show through their dress is essential to pulling off a bohemian look.
