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한국복식학회(IJCF) 학술지영문홈페이지
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International Journal of Costume and Fashion - Vol. 25, No. 2, pp.37-57
ISSN: 2233-9051 (Print) 2288-7490 (Online)
Print publication date 31 Dec 2025
Received 29 Jul 2025 Revised 09 Oct 2025 Accepted 26 Oct 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7233/ijcf.2025.25.2.037

From Bohemia to Boho-Chic: The Cultural Evolution and Globalization of Bohemian Fashion

Anshika Shukla ; Hyewon Park†
Doctoral Course of Clothing & Textiles, Graduate School, Changwon National University, South Korea
Professor of Clothing & Textiles, Graduate School, Changwon National University, South Korea

Correspondence to: † hwpark@changwon.ac.kr

Citation Shukla, A. & Park, H. W. (2025). From bohemia to Boho-Chic: The cultural evolution and globalization of bohemian fashion. International Journal of Costume and Fashion, 25(2), 37-57.

Abstract

This study deals with the evolving presence of Bohemian fashion as a cultural and aesthetic movement that has re-emerged in the 21st century with new meanings. It investigates how the Bohemian ethos—rooted in freedom, individuality, and anti-establishment values—has transformed into a hybrid expression of sustainability, festival culture, and designer innovation. The motive of this research is to trace the evolution of Bohemian fashion and lifestyle, while identifying how its historical origins and cultural philosophies have shaped contemporary fashion narratives. Focusing on runway collections, global brands, and cultural events, the study analyzes how Bohemian aesthetics have been redefined by designers, influencers and sustainability advocates. First, it explores Bohemian culture and lifestyle, followed by its visual and ideological development across centuries. It then conducts a content analysis of 25 curated fashion images (2021–2025) selected in collaboration with fashion professionals. From this, the research identifies key design elements, values, and cultural meanings that Bohemian fashion continues to embody. Ultimately, this study provides a comprehensive understanding of Bohemian fashion’s evolution and relevance in the modern era, offering a framework to interpret how historical aesthetics adapt within global fashion and cultural systems.

Keywords:

Bohemian Essence, Bohemian Fashion, Cultural Revival, Boho-Chic, Festival Fashion, Contemporary Fashion Trends

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