There are two types of people when the temperature drops: those who immediately reach for their trusty puffer jacket, and those who would rather brave a minor weather event than sacrifice a good outfit. If you fall into the latter camp, allow us to introduce you to your autumnal alter ego: the boho girl.
Bohemian dressing has been having a moment for a while now, but for autumn/winter 2026, it's taking a moodier turn. It’s less of a festival field, more countryside wanderer with an excellent vintage collection. The ruffles, floaty fabrics and romantic silhouettes are still there, but they're getting a darker, cosier makeover, with rich textures and layers that actually stand a chance against British weather. Chloé's autumn/winter ‘26 collection was among the runways embracing this more mysterious take on boho.
Naturally, we have a few muses in mind. Sienna Miller remains the undisputed poster girl for boho, having spent the noughties making coin belts, slouchy boots and puffy sleeves look like wardrobe essentials rather than costume pieces. Kate Moss brought her own rock 'n' roll spin to the aesthetic, while Stevie Nicks remains the highest reference for anyone who believes a black maxi dress is a perfectly reasonable daytime outfit.
The good news? You don't need a Glastonbury ticket, a sun-drenched Ibiza holiday or an unlimited vintage shopping budget to get involved. Autumn is arguably the perfect season for boho dressing: there are more opportunities to play with suede, pile on jewellery and give those boots a proper outing. Here are six ingredients to bring the boho revival into your autumn wardrobe.
Get Your Suede On - Jacket
If there's one piece that can make a simple outfit look like you've been cultivating your bohemian wardrobe for years, it's a suede jacket. Whether you opt for a chocolate brown bomber, a slightly battered vintage find or a fur-trimmed number, it adds just the right amount of seventies nostalgia. Throw yours over a ruffled blouse and jeans, or use it to toughen up a floral maxi dress. Bonus points if it looks as though it has a few stories to tell.
Mango, Suede Trim Faux Fur Jacket
119.99
A Little Romance Never Hurt - Romantic Blouse
Look for a frou-frou blouse - billowing sleeves, lace trims or a neckline that ties into a bow. White and cream are classic choices, but for autumn, brown, burgundy and black feel particularly apt. Tuck yours into jeans for a Sienna-approved outfit, or let it spill over a long skirt. Either way, it's a welcome change from another plain T-shirt.
H&M, Frill-Trimmed Tie-Detail Blouse
27.99
Go On Give It A Swish - Maxi Skirt
Boho and a good swishing skirt go together like a cold morning and an unreasonable desire to stay in bed. Tiered cotton, dark florals, lace panels and flowing fabrics all fit the bill. For colder days, wear yours with thick tights, knee-high boots and a nice jacket.
Zara, Printed Ruffled Belted Midi Skirt
49.99
These Boots Were Made For Boho - Boots
The autumn boho girl needs footwear that can handle wet pavements and frostbite. Slouchy boots, sturdy lace-ups, Cowboy-inspired styles or something Seventies, all fit the bill. Wear them with a floaty dress to offset all that femininity, or some denim.
ba&sh, Claurys Marron Boots
410
Flare Play - Flared Jeans
No boho wardrobe is complete without a pair of flared jeans, they’re the perfect partner to a blouse, suede jacket and a pair of boots. Add a belt and a few layered necklaces, and you’re practically halfway to Glastonbury.
7 For All Mankind, The Bell in Slim Illusion
125 (was £250)
Pile It On Darling - Accessories
Finally, it's time to liberate the accessories you've been saving for a special occasion. Coin belts, long pendant necklaces, chunky rings, stacked bangles and earrings are all part of the boho vocabulary. You can pile them on with abandon or choose one statement piece.
Free People, Oversized Coin Necklace
40
Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.
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