The counterculture is back in all its paisley-printed glory — and this time, it’s dressing in a chic-er, more trendy fashion update. Once reserved for the artists and intellectuals, bohemian style has always found its way to the wild at heart, finding favour with rock icons including Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks as well as supermodels such as Kate Moss. Fast-forward to the current day and it appears that boho-chic is well and thriving again, combining the softness of nostalgia with the more playful Y2K-inspired sensibilities of contemporary fashion lovers.

Aditi Rao Hydari shows the right way to sport tiered skirts. Pic Courtesy/@aditiraohydari

“It’s safe to say that boho-chic has grown up. While it’s still relaxed and expressive, this iteration has sharper silhouettes, cleaner layers and smarter styling. The new age bohemian is about effortless fashion with intention. It’s romantic yet grounded. Easy-going yet elevated,” explains fashion designer Sanjana Bubber Divecha. She explains easy ways to bring out the sophisticated wild-child in your closet.