Boho Blouses for a Summer Wardrobe Refresh

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Boho blouses are a summer top staple.

They’re perfect for wearing between seasons but are also a sun safe top option in summer.

I’ve been on the hunt for a boho blouse or two to wear with denim shorts.

I love the drape which can skim over the hips and tummy.

The longer sleeves offer coverage of arms if out and about in the sun or simply to keep warm in an air conditioned building.

It’s a top you will reach for time and again and can be worn a few ways.

How to wear a Boho Blouse

  • Wear with denim shorts for a casual day outfit
  • Team with a denim skirt for a smarter-casual going out look
  • Wear with jeans when in between seasons. Boho blouses are the ideal top when trying to achieve the ‘nice top and jeans‘ outfit.
  • Tuck into a maxi skirt of the same print to create a maxi dress
  • Tuck into culottes or shorts in the same print for a faux jumpsuit
  • Layer over a sleeveless dress and tie the corner hem of the blouse in the middle to create a bolero
  • Wear as a coverup when heading to the pool or beach

Where to purchase Boho Blouses?

Any retailers who sell boho clothing will have a selection of boho blouses. Sometimes they will also have the matching print in a maxi skirt.

Spell and Arnhem offer luxe options while smaller retailers like Lilac & Mila, Salty Crush, Stylefast and The Self Styler will have a range of blouses to choose from featuring brands like Jaase and Boho Australia.

If you’re after a boho blouse to update your summer wardrobe, check out these offerings. Most sizes were available at time of publishing.

Boho blouses for 2021

  1. Arnhem Story Blouse in Antique $169
  2. Swiish The Sweetest Day Top $49.95
  3. Tiffany Blouse $55
  4. Chloe Florence Top $59
  5. Spell Farrah Blouse in Aqua $189
  6. Chloe Francie Top $59
  7. Bohemian Traders Shirred Sleeve Gypsy Top in Green $169.95
  8. The Self Styler Chloe Dancing Top $59.95
  9. Arnhem Dylan Blouse in Crystalline $159

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Top 5 Places to Buy a Large Rug

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Needing to add warmth and texture to your living space? You need to invest in a large rug! Here are the top 5 places to buy a large rug online in Australia. 

Finding a large rug can be a bit of a mission. The most popular choice for many homes are the small to medium sized rugs. But sometimes they may not be the right size for your space.

One of the most common interior design mistakes is buying a rug too small for a room. A large rug will often anchor a space and it’s not meant to be an island in the area.

Large rugs can vary in size and the size you need will depend on the scope of the room. The most popular larger size in rugs is 300cm x 400cm.

The top 5 places to buy a large rug are places I’ve personally shopped for rugs before.  Larger rugs are more expensive than your smaller rugs, so finding a shop with affordable options will certainly help with your budget.

Top 5 Places to Buy a Large Rug in Australia Online

Temple and Webster

This store is my go-to for rugs as there are so many to peruse through and choose from.

You can filter through with colour combination, size and material type to tailor your search.

IKEA

For hardwearing rugs which aren’t going to break the bank, you can’t not head to IKEA.

IKEA offers a range of large rugs to suit family life. Their flat weave styles are hard-wearing and great for high traffic areas. Some of the patterns can add instant interest to a room too.

Zanui

Zaniu is another favourite online home décor shop which offers a rug section. You may find similar rugs at this store to Temple and Webster. This can be a great way to compare prices if they stock the same rug.

The Rug Lady

In my online research, The Rug Lady offers some stunning rug designs! Some of the boho woven rugs have had me wanting to add to cart. There are a large variety of large rugs at this store.

Miss Amara

A popular rug store is Miss Amara. They offer the ability to visualize your chosen rug in your room. This can be helpful in ensuring you get the right size and colour choice. I used Miss Amara to visualize a rug in our playroom.

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Where to Buy a Striped Boyfriend Shirt

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If you choose one piece to update your wardrobe this spring, make it a striped boyfriend shirt.

This trending style will be a much loved piece as it injects colour and offers versatility in your wardrobe.

While the boyfriend shirt shape is less fitted and a more boxy style of shirt, there are fitted options to create an elevated look.

Whether you choose a multi coloured stripe or stick with a single colour, the striped boyfriend shirt is a top you will grab to wear time and time again.

How to wear a Striped Boyfriend Shirt

There are so many ways to wear this shirt but the most popular are

  • With a pair of jeans or denim shorts
  • Layered over swimwear
  • Tucked into matching shorts for a faux playsuit look
  • Over white jeans
  • On it’s own as a dress (if long enough!)

An oversized fit can allow for the bottom hem to be tied at the waist. A slimmer style will offer a more polished and elevated look when worn with white pants and heels.

Here are some striped boyfriend shirts for all budgets.

1. Bohemian Traders Boyfriend Shirt in Multi Stripe $179.95

Bohemian Traders Multi Stripe Shirt

2. Sportsgirl Cotton Striped Shirt $59.95

Sportsgirl green striped boyfriend shirt

3. Proud Poppy Honesuckle Beach Bachelor Shirt $119.95

Proud Poppy Striped Shirt

4. Petal and Pup Ronaldi Top in Blue $89.95

Blue stripe shirt and shorts set

5. Milly Multi Stripe Shirt $69.95

Multi stripe shirt

6. Nellie Top in Multi Stripe $79.95

Nellie Multi Stripe Shirt

7. Stylefast Rosalie Striped Boyfriend Shirt in Pink and White $69

Striped Pink Shirt

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Affordable Boho Style with Salty Crush

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Affordable Boho Style is possible with Salty Crush.

I’ve known about Salty Crush for a few years now and it’s my go to online retailer to purchase new boho style tops and dresses for a wardrobe update.

The pieces are usually under $100 and they offer free return shipping if the item doesn’t suit. I’ve never had to send a purchase back as I’ve always been very happy with the dresses sent out to me.

I was recently gifted some pieces to style for spring. I did have to send one dress back as the colouring didn’t suit me, but the return process was hassle free. Let’s check out the pieces and how I was able to style them.

Chloe Harlem Top

I loved this print and style of top the moment it hit my inbox in a weekly new arrivals email from Salty Crush. I was able to purchase this top at a discount.

Delivery was made on the day of going out to the theatre. I teamed the top with Decjuba jeans and my faithful red leather jacket – which I’ve had for over a decade.

With a 3/4 elasticized sleeve length, it’s an ideal top for all year round wearing. I’m looking forward to wearing this top with some jean shorts in summer.

Do size down in this top. Being a Jaase brand, many of the garments are oversized.  I’m wearing a medium and it’s a very relaxed, oversized fit. I am usually a 14-16 and had I gone with a large it would have been way too big.

Tessa Royal Maxi Dress

The Tessa Royal Maxi Dress is a stunning shape and print.

With an empire line and a-line tiered skirt, it drapes and skims beautifully.

Again I sized down in this dress to a medium. The elastic button enclosures make this dress breastfeeding friendly and the fall from beneath the bust can accommodate a baby bump.

It’s definitely a dress which can be worn into spring. I’ve styled it with boots, a denim jacket and tan suede vest.

how to style a boho maxi dress for spring

For summer, style with a strappy white or tan sandal.

Adela Indigo Mini Dress 

The Adela Indigo Mini Dress was a bit too mini on me as it was a short length. I ordered the size small, which fit perfectly, but the length wasn’t a comfortable fit for me. I would have needed to have worn pants with it.

My eldest daughter Esther loved the print and this dress has now ended up in her wardrobe.

I’ve shared before on the blog how hard it can be to find clothes which fit the tween age group.

The mini Boho dress styles at Salty Crush are an ideal option for the teen and tween age group.

Esther styled the dress with boots, but for summer it can be worn with white sneakers or woven sandals.

Bec and Esther in Salty Crush Boho Styles

The beauty of a boho dress is it requires very little accessories. The print and flow of the garment make the piece the key focal point in a boho outfit.

I’m looking forward to wearing these pieces on high rotation this spring and summer.

If you want to invest in some boho garments this spring, use the code STYLEBEC10 for 10% off your first purchase. 

Mum and daughter dresses in boho dresses from Salty Crush

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Disclosure: I was gifted garments from Salty Crush to be used in an editorial piece. All opinions are my own. This post has been written in accordance with my disclosure policy. 

Boho Midi Dresses With Sleeves

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Dresses are a favourite staple in my wardrobe. I have all varying lengths of dresses in my wardrobe, but one of the common lengths would be the midi length style. In today’s post, I wanted to share with you some boho midi dresses with sleeves I came across while researching where you could buy Boho Maxi Dresses in Australia.

How to choose the right Boho Midi Dress for you

No matter your height, there will be a Boho Midi Dress perfect for you. The length of the dress will be key, and ideally you will want the hem of the dress to finish at the top of your calf or just after the knee. This will give the illusion of more leg showing and elongate your look.

Choosing a dress with an A-line skirt will also flatter. If you find a billowing midi dress, opt to go a size lower if it fits up top.

Midi dresses can be worn in summer with a strappy heel, and layered in winter with a denim jacket and ankle boot. It’s a style of dress that works well between seasons as the extra length in sleeve can add warmth.

If the maxi dress is a style you tend to shy away from, do try a Boho Midi Dress. For some ladies, the shorter length will be a maxi dress length, which may be more suitable than a standard maxi dress.

Brands to check out for Boho Midi dresses are

Here are some Boho Midi Dresses to consider. These Bohemian dresses have been updated to reflect availability online.

Boho Midi Dresses with Sleeves for Spring 2021

  1. Penny Little Hummingbird Midi Dress $89
  2. Lotte Dress in Rose Quartz $74
  3. Palace Rihanna Mid Dress $89
  4. Spell Juniper Boho Midi Dress Eggshell Blue $299
  5. Briana Boho Dress in Kimba Print $89.95
  6. Spell Folk Song Boho Dress Blossom $299

Are you a fan of the Boho Midi Dress with Sleeves?

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