Why Should You Include Bohemian Clothing in Your Capsule Wardrobe?

what if a capsule wardrobe didn’t feel rigid at all, but playful and a little bohemian so you actually want to wear it every day?

We’ve always loved the ease of a capsule wardrobe, but we never wanted to lose the soul of getting dressed the colour, the print, the movement. That’s why we lean into a *bohemian* capsule. It’s still tight and wearable, yet it leaves room for personality. Think breathable fabrics, prints that mix without effort, and silhouettes that glide from morning coffee to a late dinner on a warm melbourne night.

Why bohemian pieces work in a capsule

Our take is simple: choose fewer items that do more. Flowy dresses and wrap shapes create multiple looks with tiny tweaks a belt here, a sandal swap there. A kimono wrap dress is the quiet hero because it adjusts to your body, layers easily, and styles across seasons. Build around that one anchor and you’ll find your outfits fall into place.

We also think in textures. Soft cottons and airy rayons breathe in summer and layer cleanly under a cardigan in winter. A printed wrap with a slip skirt creates a gentle contrast; a maxi with white trainers keeps colour grounded. If you like a clear plan, this guide to a boho capsule is a handy explainer here’s another article that explains this in more detail. 

The anchor piece we reach for

We design wraps because they solve real mornings. A kimono wrap skims, ties where you need it, and works with different shoe heights. If you want to see how this looks on the body, explore a few of our pieces try a soft wrap with a gentle floral or go for a brighter wrap with vintage motifs. If you prefer a bolder base, a maxi is just as easy to style; you can browse our flowy maxi options for more ideas.

How we build a tight edit

Here’s a practical five-piece starter that actually works for busy weeks:

1. the kimono wrap dress tie it at the waist for shape, or knot it looser for hot days. We love alternating between a print-led wrap and a softer palette wrap.

2. a print maxi moves between brunch and beach. A piece like a vintage-inspired maxi sits nicely with leather sandals.

3. a midi you can walk in pockets help. Try a midi with pockets so you can keep hands free for school runs or markets.

4. a floaty blouse tuck into denim, layer over a slip. Something like a soft boho blouse adds movement without bulk.

5. a breezy mini for heatwaves or tights in winter. We like a mini with pockets so it still feels practical.

If you want a broader mix, you can look through our full collection or filter pieces under midi dresses, maxi dresses, and tops. For sizing questions, this easy size chart helps, and for tie details, our wrap measurements guide gives exact garment specs.

Styling the kimono wrap dress three ways

Work day Tie the wrap with a small double knot, add low block heels, and top with a compact crossbody. If you’re moving a lot, a midi wrap like a soft print wrap sits better on the hip and stays secure.

Beach to bar Keep the wrap loose over swimmers, then cinch with a leather belt for drinks. This idea pops up often among capsule lovers: one hero piece plus a quick accessory change. For a deeper look at why dresses simplify capsules, here’s another article that explains this in more detail.

Cooler evenings Layer a knit over the wrap so it reads like a skirt. Finish with ankle boots. If you’re into layering textures and keeping pieces longline, here’s another article that explains this in more detail. 

How many pieces do you really need

We’d rather you choose a tight range and wear it hard. Ten to twenty pieces is a sweet spot for most wardrobes. That range shows up again and again among capsule fans because it’s small enough to feel clear, yet big enough to avoid boredom. If you*do* want a seasonal refresh, add one patterned dress or a blouse and shuffle an older piece into storage. For a broad overview on capsule benefits less decision fatigue, easier outfits, less waste you can learn more about this here.

Prints that mix without effort

We’re inspired by Indian motifs and vintage patterns because they pair easily across a small closet. The trick is to keep a shared thread a base colour that shows up across pieces or a repeat scale that feels consistent. Try a hero floral maxi like a folk floral maxi with a blouse that echoes one tone, such as a soft print blouse. The look feels intentional without being matchy.

Fabric choices we stand by

We make clothes to wear often and wash gently, so we pick eco-friendly certified fabrics and plant-based packaging. Choosing quality fibres is central to a capsule mindset; it means fewer replacements and clothes that stay in rotation longer. If you’re curious about why fabric choices matter so much for a sustainable capsule, here’s another article that explains this in more detail. And if you’d like to see what we’re doing at our end, read about our sustainability approach.

Australia first details

Our pieces are designed in Melbourne with Australian summers in mind heat, long days, and lots of movement. Breathable dresses with pockets make errands easier. You’ll notice pocket placement in styles like this midi with pockets or this mini with pockets. They sit flat so the line stays clean.

A simple boho capsule you can copy

Here’s a compact list you can screenshot and use for the next three months:

1. two wraps one subtle, one statement. Try a print wrap and a softer wrap.

2. one maxi something like a flowing maxi with movement.

3. one midi a midi with pockets makes school pick-ups easier.

4. one blouse a light layer such as a drapey blouse.

5. one mini a throw-on mini for heatwaves.

If you like a reference point for mixing and matching (and a few celebrity boho nods that keep popping up lately), here’s another article that explains this in more detail. It leans into key boho pieces that rotate well inside a capsule. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Fit and feel matter

Wraps change with your day eat, breathe, retie. If you’re between sizes, our tie shapes give you leeway. For exact garment information, you can open this measurements page or check the broader size chart. If you want personal help, we’re here just send a quick note through our contact page.

Care that keeps pieces in play

Capsule wardrobes work because items stay in rotation. Gentle, cool washes and shade drying go a long way. Fold heavy knits, hang lighter dresses, and give printed pieces a little steam to freshen them between wears. If you ever receive an order and need to exchange, our returns and refunds page explains the steps.

Quick outfit formulas we swear by

1. wrap + clean trainers cinch, grab a tote, go.

2. maxi + thin belt define the waist, add earrings, done. Browse a few options under our maxis.

3. midi + blouse half-tuck balanced and easy. Try the pairing with a soft midi and a printed blouse.

4. wrap-as-skirt trick pull a lightweight knit over the wrap so only the skirt shows. This is the fastest way to make a single dress do double duty; if you like more examples, here’s another article that explains this in more detail.

Where our style point of view comes from

We’re Melbourne-based and we design with a love for Indian motifs and classic boho prints. If you’re curious about our story and why we obsess over colours and comfort, you can read our story and skim about us. Our commitment to planet-conscious details sits here too peek at our packaging guide to see how to dispose of everything properly at home.

Your next step

Start with one piece you’re excited to wear weekly. For most of our community, that’s a kimono wrap dress. Try a floral like this wrap, a softer tone like this one, or head straight to our full shop for a look around. If you want a hand choosing, send us a message through our contact page tell us the climate you live in, your usual shoe height, and how dressy your week looks. We’ll suggest a tight edit you’ll actually wear.