The bohemian look or ‘boho chic’ has been one of leading styles in interiors this year. Its popularity has grown with influence from trendsetting bloggers like Justina Blakeney, who embodies the modern boho life through her home which she has dubbed the ‘Jungalow’.

Bohemian style is a layered, laid-back look that is random and busy, which is a welcome antidote to the bare minimalist rules of Scandinavian style and the hard materials of industrialist interiors.

It’s a great way to bring softness and colour to your home interior, especially for the winter months when we need it most.

Layering soft textures and on floors and seating areas - plus lots of cushions - creates a cosy atmosphere for hibernating indoors.

There’s vibrant jewel-like colours and vivid prints, plus ample greenery from the generous use of plants that helps bring the outdoors in. Combined, these elements cannot fail to lift spirits in the darkest months.

So here’s our round-up of five ways to bring a little bohemian vibe to your home interior.

1. Source some eclectic vintage furniture

Individual one-off items and ethic give the feel of a well-travelled. Mismatched the better, Scour flea markets, charity shops and Ebay for vintage pieces with character.

An essential ingredient for boho interiors is a statement chair - made from rattan or weathered tan leather. A leather butterfly chair, rattan peacock chair, or hanging egg chair made from cane or even macrame, are key items that often appear. For added comfort, accessorize with a large sheepskin or two draped over, of course.

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2. Layer lots of textures together

Having lots of layers - featuring different fabrics and textures - is a key part of the boho look. Combine berber rugs with animal skins and hides. Cow hides on the floor or african antelope hides used as wall decorations work particularly well.

On sofas, chairs and pouffes, layer several throws and sheepskins. A plain cream sheepskin can give a good balance against all the clashing patterns!

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3. Feature a variety of ethnic objects

Adding ethnic items from places like North Africa and India help create that globe-trotting boho vibe. Moroccan objects are often popular, such as elaborately patterned lanterns and pouffes. With textiles, mix and match striking African batik prints with block-printed fabric from India and North African berber rugs.

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4. Introduce bright colours

This is likely to come naturally with an array of textiles from Africa, India or Mexico. Many use vivid jewel-like colours like cerise pinks, ruby red and azure blue along with more earthy tones. Best to balance this riot of colour with a good dose of white on the walls though, so the space doesn’t feel overwhelmed.

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5. Have lots of plants

We’re not talking about just a small pot plant here and there - you need lots of them and big ones too so go create your own mini jungle! All the better if some are dangling within macrame knotted hangers.

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For more boho interior inspiration, take a look at our 'Bohemian style' in board on Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/fabfleece/bohemian-style/