Bohemian is one of the many trends that stalked the runway for fall 2008. But, if you’re like me, the idea of sporting Bohemian-inspired looks evokes images of long suede vests, bell bottom jeans, oversized fringed bags, baggy tunics, and strappy Birkenstocks. At the idea of melding these into any fashionista’s wardrobe, all I can say is … um, no.

Then I thought about the patron saint of Boho chic, Kate Hudson, and I set out to find gear that can be mixed and matched with just about anything in your closet from a flirty little black dress to edgy dark rinse skinny jeans.

Here’s what I found:

… a small pouch-like bag with tribal prints or designs like the Matthew Williamson beaded shoulder bag, $900.

… oversized jewelry with faceted gems like the Indian Road Trip cuff, $64, and matching ring, $38.

… a silky tunic like the Twelfth St. By Cynthia Vincent purple floral embroidered fringe tunic, $89.99, paired with an uber flare — but not quite bell bottom — jean like the AE midnight extreme flare jeans, $49.50.

… a pair of sky-high wedges or suede boots … how about both, like the Nine West Yoursocute boots, $169, in cognac brown. They’re a pick of celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe and were featured on vogue.tv, or elevate your style with a fringe stiletto like the metallic Marciano “Lara” sandal, $279.95.

… a floral hair accessory like this Dominique Duval pearl daisy bobbi stick, $65 each.

Tips:

1. Stay true to your own style by incorporating a few Bohemian-inspired pieces.
2. Avoid looking outdated. Unless your name is Soleil Moon Beam and your mom finds it necessary to regale you of stories of your birth in the back of a volkswagon bus, don’t do Boho head-to-toe.
3. Do borrow your mom’s vintage 3-strand turquoise and coral-beaded necklace with your white V-neck t-shirt. Vintage pieces are, oh so chic.
4. Find a sleek pair of suede jeans to wear in place of your tried-and-true denim ones.
5. Accessorize with floral embellishments, tribal prints, and peace sign emblems.

Chicly Yours,
The Chic Spy