Bohemian Style

The Bohemian fashion or Boho Chic style has made a huge resurgence in the fashion world.  "The Bohemian Style focuses on color, life, and culture as its main aspects, seeking to replicate the Romani nomadic lifestyle. The word Bohemian comes from the French word "bohémien," meaning Romani. The Bohemian clothing style seeks to reflect the unconventional or 'bohemian' lifestyle, evolving over the years." (wikipedia)  Our fashion cues are taken from what's popular among the youth.  The Bohemian or hippie style came out of the 60's and 70's during the famous concert festival, Woodstock.  Now with the comeback of the music festivals, (ie Coachella and Bonnaroo) you can see this culture in mainstream fashion.  Bohemian fashion refers to the artistic, free spirited, and eclectic lifestyle. Long flowing or tiered skirts and loose fitting dresses, peasant blouses, and wide legged pants are all part of this fashion. There are SEW many bohemian style options available, as well as fabric choices, bringing endless possibilities.  

At PatternReview we are well aware of what is trending among our reviewers.  Our members love to make Bohemian style clothing in all shapes and forms. We are here to introduce you to twelve new and old bohemian dress, blouse and skirt patterns found in our online shop from various designers.  Let's take a look at the most popular patterns available on PatternReview (in no particular order).

Dress and Blouse Patterns

True Bias - Roscoe Blouse & Dress

The first pattern, giving us both dress and blouse options, we would like to introduce to you is the Roscoe Blouse and Dress from True Bias.  This is an older pattern that has ridden the wave of this trend as it comes in and out. The Roscoe Blouse and Dress is a boho-inspired garment with a gathered neckline and raglan sleeves. The neckline is finished with a center slit and neckties. The sleeves are designed to hit a few inches above the wrist. View A is a blouse, view B is a mini dress or tunic and view C hits mid-calf. Views B and C have a large ruffle at the bottom.

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PatternReview Members in their Roscoes: LoveLucie* and auschick*

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Sew House Seven - Romey Gathered Dress & Top

The next pattern is from another one of our indie companies that gives us a slightly different shapes to the Roscue. The Romey Gathered Dress & Top pattern has been crafted by Sew House Seven and was inspired by their beloved Remy Raglan pattern. The Romey has an elegant empire waist with a gathered skirt or peplum and billowy gathered sleeves at bracelet length. Both dress versions include patch pockets because our customers love pockets. With its flowy and oversized fit, we would classify the Romey Gathered Dress and Top as "secret pajamas" that can be worn casually with sneakers, sandals or boots. Sew one up in a slinkier fabric for a more polished look!

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PatternReview Members in their Romeys: oakbluedesigns* and stitchywitch*

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Closet Core - Nicks Blouse & Dress

This year brought us a new bohemian patterns from our friends at Closet Core.  Inject a little bohemian glamour into your wardrobe with the Nicks Dress + Blouse. In multiple variations with soft gathering and delicate details, it's satisfying to make and a pleasure to wear.

All views feature a loose-fitting V-necked bodice with a gently gathered shoulder and yoke. The slightly puffed sleeve is gathered at the shoulder; choose between a short sleeve, or a long sleeve with wrist pleats for shaping and an elastic gathered cuff. You may also choose between two interchangeable neckline finishes: a simple facing, or a bias-bound neckline with delicate rouleau button loops and buttons. View A is a button-front dress with a comfortable elastic waist, long or short sleeves, and three gathered skirt tiers. View B is a voluminous swing tunic with a gathered hip tier and long or short sleeves. View C is an elegant blouse with a faced neckline and long or short sleeves.

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PatternReview Member, Silknvintagetc*, in her Nicks Blouse

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Dress Patterns

McCall's 7969

The following patterns have only dress options.  This McCall's dress pattern has 35 reviews to date.  It is an extremely popular choice amongst our reviewers to achieve that bohemian style look.  Very loose-fitting, pullover dresses have sleeve variations, neck binding, raised waistline, and narrow hem. B: sleeve and hem ruffles, and purchased trim. C: sleeve and hem ruffles.

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PatternReview Members in their McCall's 7969: LouiseT*, AnitaH* and Silknvintagetc*

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McCall's 7948

Coming in not too far behind the prior dress with 21 reviews, McCall's 7948 gives us another style option for the bohemian dress. Dresses have back opening with thread loop and eye, and sleeve variations. A, B: Side pockets and pleated skirt. C, D: Gathered skirt with ruffle. D: Flat lace trim.

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 PatternReview Members in their McCall's 7948: OlgaT* and Tammyqu*

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Cashmerette - Roseclair Dress

Cashmerette comes on the scene with the cutest option for our curvy figures. Bask in the summer breeze with the Roseclair Dress. This floaty woven wrap dress includes three views: View A is an ankle-length three-tiered skirt with bishop sleeves and large angled cuffs, View B is a knee-length full skirt with short sleeves, and View C is a knee-length full skirt with on-trend puff sleeves. Sew a Roseclair in a lightweight linen, rayon, or cotton for a fabulous curve-friendly fit that keeps the neckline in place all day long.

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PatternReview Members in their Roseclairs: Samstress* and TheSerialHobbyistGirl*

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Simplicity 9265

Simplicity joins our list with a bohemian dress that will fit all shapes and sizes. Misses' & women's tiered dresses with sleeve & length variations.  I like it for it's unique notched collar.

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PatternReview Members in their Simplicity 9265: Lorreo* and AmberSage*

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Wardrobe By Me - Freedom Dress

Wardrobe By Me has the perfect bohemian style dress for those who want more of a shirtdress. The Freedom is a Buffet Dress; Loose-fitting, floaty, and feminine with statement sleeves and a skirt with two or three tiers. Make several different looks from this sewing pattern. The top is cut like a shirt, and the ruffled layers ascend from the waist seam. The freedom dress is perfect for drapey woven fabrics. The Freedom dress is a PDF sewing pattern. Make your Freedom Dress in lightweight drapey woven fabric such as cotton, viscose, Tencel, Silk.

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PatternReview Member, Shern9*, in her Freedom Dress

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Skirt Patterns

True Bias - Mave Skirt 

And the final style category is the tiered or Bohemian Skirt.  True Bias has a design that has won over the hearts of many of our members. The Mave pattern is an elastic waist skirt with a drawstring, inseam pockets and an optional lining. The skirt can be made with or without ruffles in different lengths to create numerous options.

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PatternReview Members in their Mave Skirts: grays08* and sewing4therapy*

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Simplicity 1110

Simplicity gives us yet another Tried and True (TNT) skirt pattern, which falls in the Bohemian skirt catagory. The Easy-to-Sew skirt for misses' can feature three tiers with yarn pom trim, lace overlay, or high low hemline, or two tiers in knee length or mini. Pattern also includes belt.

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PatternReview Members in their Simplicity 1110: mandyneko* and sewsewboy*

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Blouse

Hey June - Phoenix Blouse

The last pattern to make our list is a fun and flirty Phoenix Blouse by Hey June.  I would love to see what our community makes with this pattern and be sure to let us all see in the review gallery.  The Phoenix Blouse is a cute and casual boho style top in two views. View A features 3/4 length bell sleeves while View B is a flattering sleeveless style. Both views have a yoke with slit opening, front and back gathers, and a shaped back yoke. Length options include a cropped waist length, perfect for pairing with high waisted jeans, and a standard shirt length. 

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PatternReview Member, knittinginpng* with her Phoenix.

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I hope this inspired you to create a Bohemian Style Dress, Blouse and/or Skirt.  These patterns are available for sale on PatternReview by clicking on the green buttons. If you have already made a Bohemian style garment of your own or for a loved one, don't forget to share it with us!  Write a Review