Belle Boheme: Design Inspiration and Size Guide
A Love Letter to Left Bank Cool
There was a time in Paris when style was not overthought - it simply happened.
It drifted through the cafés of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, lingered in bookshops along the Seine, and moved through crowded jazz cellars where conversations stretched long past midnight. Painters, poets, students, musicians, filmmakers, and philosophers gathered on the Left Bank, drawn by the creative electricity of the late 1950s and early 1960s. To live there was to think deeply, create boldly, and dress as though beauty were second nature.
This is the spirit of Belle Bohème.
The Left Bank had long been the home of artists and intellectuals, but in those post-war decades it became a magnet for dreamers from around the world. They arrived with manuscripts under their arms, sketchbooks in their satchels, cigarettes in their pockets, and grand ideas about art, politics, love, and life. Paris welcomed them all. And among the galleries, cafés, and cobblestone streets, a distinct style emerged.
The French Girl Mystique
There is a reason the phrase French girl style continues to endure. It may be repeated often, but some clichés survive because they contain a grain of truth.
French style has never been about trying too hard. It is the art of appearing entirely at ease while looking impossibly chic. Hair is softly undone rather than perfectly arranged. A simple knit, tailored trousers, a flat shoe, a striped top, or a sharp blazer somehow become the most enviable outfit in the room. Nothing feels overworked. Nothing begs for attention. Yet everything works.
It is that famous je ne sais quoi - the quiet confidence that cannot be bought, only worn.
Among the women who came to define this mood were Catherine Deneuve, Françoise Hardy, and Brigitte Bardot - women whose wardrobes still inspire decades later. Their style was polished but never stiff, sensual but never obvious, modern yet forever elegant.
Image: Catherine Deneuve in 1960
The Women and Men of the Left Bank
But the true magic of the Left Bank belonged not only to screen sirens and magazine covers. It lived in the minds creating around them.
Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre turned cafés into salons of ideas. Juliette Gréco became the smoky voice of Saint-Germain. Jean Seberg brought gamine cool to the streets of Paris. Pablo Picasso and Françoise Sagan embodied a generation fascinated by art, freedom, and reinvention.
They debated politics over espresso. They wrote novels in notebooks. They painted until morning. They fell in and out of love dramatically. They wore black turtlenecks, tailored trousers, cigarette pants, sharp coats, and clothes that looked as though they had simply been thrown on in a hurry - though somehow to perfect effect.
Enter Belle Bohème
Inspired by this world of effortless cool and artistic spirit, Belle Bohème captures the mood of a woman who dresses for herself and lives vividly.
The mod-inspired Belle Boheme Shift Dress brings sharp 1960s lines and youthful confidence, polished enough for gallery openings, yet playful enough for midnight café conversations.
The Belle Boheme Poet Pants speak to the writers, artists, and dreamers of the era. Elegant, comfortable, and wonderfully swishable, they feel just as at home at the markets as they do at dinner by candlelight.
The fitted black skivvy and 'Belle Boheme' Left Bank Blouse add that unmistakable Left Bank edge, chic, practical, and endlessly easy to wear.
Then there is the houndstooth beret. A little mischievous, instantly iconic, and best worn with confidence.
Touches of green lace soften the collection with romance, like velvet curtains, old books, and hidden Parisian corners.
For the Girl Who Belongs Everywhere
The beauty of 'Belle Bohème' is that it belongs as much to today as it did to Paris then.
Pair the 'Belle Bohème' Poet Pants with the 'Belle Boheme' Poet Top and flats for everyday ease, or style the Shift Dress with the Belle Boheme Beret and signature eyeliner for full French drama. Add some cute 'Belle Boheme' heels, a 'Belle Boheme' Coat or Cape, or a red lip if the mood strikes. Wear houndstooth in the morning and confidence by night.
'Belle Bohème' is for the romantic with opinions. The dreamer with discipline. The woman who reads widely, laughs loudly, and knows that style should feel lived in, never laboured. She does not chase attention. She turns heads accidentally. And if she happens to do so in houndstooth, all the better.
The secret, as always, is not perfection. It is attitude.
And with that certain je ne sais quoi in mind, allow us to guide you to your perfect fit below.
Kay Kitten
BUST 77.5CM, WAIST 61CM, HIP 91CM, HEIGHT 172CM
Note: Kay has lost a few centimetres at the waist and so has worn a size 4-6 throughout the collection.
'Belle Boheme' Shift Dress - Size 4
An absolutely adorable little dress. The sheer sleeves, contrast waistband, and iconic 1960s silhouette make this one a standout. There was extra room through the bust, so this style would work beautifully for fuller busts too. The cuffs were pure chef’s kiss.
'Belle Boheme' Cape Coat - Size 6
This Cape Coat is such a darling addition to the collection. The detachable faux fur collar and removable pussy bow let you completely change the mood depending on styling. Perfect for those cooler Australian days when you want something chic without reaching for a heavy coat. Kay’s favourite piece from the collection.
'Belle Boheme' Poet Top - Size 4
Stretchy, comfortable, and incredibly versatile. The contrast white collar adds such a chic little pop and it pairs effortlessly with almost everything.
'Belle Boheme' Full Skirt - Size 4
Modest, chic, and beautifully full even without a petticoat. The thicker lined fabrication makes it perfect for cooler weather too.
'Belle Boheme' Left Bank Blouse - Size 6
This blouse has a waist tie and the cinched silhouette is divine. The dramatic sleeves and removable bow tie give it full Left Bank artist energy. Kay gives this one a very enthusiastic 10/10.
'Belle Boheme' Capri Pants - Size 6
Kay sized up to the 6 for extra length and used the belt to cinch the waist. If you prefer a firmer fit though, she would recommend your usual size. These trousers are endlessly versatile and impossibly chic.
Kerryn Kitten
BUST 93CM, WAIST 70CM, HIP 104CM, HEIGHT 169CM
'Belle Boheme' Cape Coat - Size 8
Pure drama in the very best way. The removable faux fur collar and detachable pussy bow ties give you completely different moods depending on styling. Paired with the Belle Boheme Beret, I felt wonderfully Parisienne. Size 8 was perfect for me.
'Belle Boheme' Lace Camisole - Size 8
I adored this design. The colour is divine and the décolletage cut feels very 1960s French cinema heroine. True to size, though there is no stretch, so I would recommend checking measurements carefully. The waist ties create such a beautiful vintage silhouette.
'Belle Boheme' Poet Pants - Size 10
I loved these trousers. Slightly narrower than a traditional Palazzo Pant but still with that gorgeous swish when you walk. The button detail is divine and paired with the Cape Coat it becomes full Left Bank gallery girl energy.
'Belle Boheme' Full Dress - Size 10
I sized up to a 10 and found the fit perfect. The neckline is incredibly flattering and creates such an elegant 1960s silhouette. There is no stretch in the fabric, so I would recommend measuring carefully. I wore two petticoats underneath for maximum swish.
'Belle Boheme' Poet Top - Size 8
True to size and beautifully soft to wear. I fell in love with the contrasting collar and cuffs immediately, such chic little beatnik energy. One of those magical pieces that works with everything.
'Belle Boheme' Full Skirt - Size 8
I wore my regular size 8 and the fit was lovely. Styled with one petticoat underneath for fullness and movement. The pockets are fabulous and the piping and button detail feel wonderfully polished and Left Bank chic.
'Belle Boheme' Coat - Size 10
Oh my stars… these coats. Especially the green. The wool blend feels beautifully luxurious and the fit-and-flare silhouette is so polished and chic. The size 8 fit too, but I preferred the 10 for layering knits and scarves underneath through Winter.
Adrienne Kitten
Measurements: BUST 105CM, WAIST 82CM, HIP 116CM, HEIGHT 170CM
Belle Boheme Poet Top - Size 12
I found the size 12 slightly generous and personally would have preferred the 10 for a neater fit. I absolutely loved the contrast collar and cuffs though, such a fun little top with playful Left Bank energy.
Belle Boheme Capri Pants - Size 14
These trousers are so chic in that effortless 1960s way. I sized up to my usual wiggle skirt size for a more comfortable fit through the waist and hips. There is no stretch in the fabric, but the capri length was incredibly flattering and the button detailing is fabulous.
Belle Boheme Cape Coat - Size 14
Love. Love. Love. The removable faux fur collar completely changes the mood depending on styling and the houndstooth keeps it feeling polished while still playful. Such an easy piece to dress up or down and instantly feel chic.
Belle Boheme Georgette Blouse (Green) - Size 12
Oh, this blouse is beautiful. The green colour is divine and the dramatic sleeves and cuffs are such a standout. It mixes effortlessly with so many pieces and feels wonderfully romantic and dramatic in that perfect Belle Boheme way.
Belle Boheme Wiggle Bustle Skirt - Size 14
No stretch in this one either, but still surprisingly comfortable to wear. I adored the bustle detail, lace accents, and contrast trim. It feels playful, dramatic, and wonderfully vintage-inspired. And honestly… who doesn’t love a good wiggle skirt?
Belle Boheme Full Dress - Size 14
I sized up in this dress as my usual 12 fit a little too firmly through the arms and bust. Once I moved to the 14, the fit felt much more comfortable and flattering. I would definitely recommend considering sizing up if you are fuller through the bust or prefer a little extra room through the upper bodice.
Mandie Kitten
BUST 102CM, WAIST 77CM, HIP 110CM, HEIGHT 168CM
Belle Boheme Coat - Size 10
The size 10 fit like an absolute dream. I adored this coat, it felt warm, luxurious, and beautifully tailored without feeling heavy. The cut is so flattering and I especially loved the unexpected pop of colour against the houndstooth. It has that wonderful “throw it on and instantly feel chic” quality that makes a coat truly special.
Belle Boheme Shift Dress - Size 10
Again, the size 10 was perfect for me in this design. I absolutely loved the dramatic sleeve detail and the neck tie feature, they give the dress such a polished little 1960s mood. The length was perfect too and felt wonderfully wearable while still looking elegant and refined.
Leila Kitten
Bust: 101cm, Waist: 76cm, Hip:108cm, Height: 168cm
Belle Boheme Shift Dress - Size 12
This fit perfectly on me - beautifully shaped through the waist without feeling too firm. The floaty sleeves are so feminine and the slight stretch in the fabric made it wonderfully comfortable. Such a chic little dress for cafés, errands, or dinner afterwards.
Belle Boheme Pyjama Blouse - Size L
I chose the L as I love an oversized pyjama fit and it was perfect. No restriction through the shoulders and the lace trim is just adorable. Very vintage slumber party chic.
Belle Boheme Pyjama Pants - Size M
The size M fit beautifully thanks to the generous elastic waist. The 100% Tencel feels unbelievably soft, breathable, and cosy all at once. Truly cloud-like.
Belle Boheme Left Bank Blouse - Size 12
The size 12 was perfect for me. The fabric is soft and floaty with plenty of room through the bust and I love that the pussy bow tie is removable depending on the mood. Such a versatile Winter layering piece.
Belle Boheme Poet Pants - Size 10
I sized down from the 12 to the 10 for a neater waist fit and they were perfect. These have a lovely amount of stretch while still feeling supportive through the tummy. Chic, practical, and destined to become a wardrobe staple.
Belle Boheme Full Dress - Size 12
Another perfect fit for me. The neckline detail is incredibly flattering and the fabric feels thick and luxurious. Paired with stockings, it becomes the perfect Winter outfit. I also adored the little front buttons.
Belle Boheme Coat - Size 12
This green is absolutely stunning. The size 12 fit beautifully with enough room for layering underneath while still keeping that gorgeous cinched silhouette. Warm, cuddly, and wonderfully luxurious for Winter.
Tammy Kitten
Bust: 86cm, Waist: 64cm, Hip: 91cm, Height: 161cm
Belle Boheme Lace Camisole (Green) - Size 8
I sized up to an 8 as it was slightly firm through the bust. If you are between sizes, I would recommend doing the same. The green is absolutely divine and adds the perfect little pop of colour.
Belle Boheme Wiggle Bustle Skirt - Size 8
My usual size 8 fit perfectly, with just a little room through the waist. Add a belt and it is perfection. I adored the lace detail, elegant trim, and beautiful Left Bank silhouette.
Belle Boheme Coat (Green) - Size 6
My usual size 6 fit beautifully, with enough room for layering underneath. This coat is pure statement-piece energy - warm, luxurious, and impossibly chic in that perfect vintage fit-and-flare shape.
Belle Boheme Full Dress - Size 8
If you are between sizes, I would recommend sizing up slightly as it was a little firm through the bust. I loved the lace detailing, the pockets, and the incredibly flattering vintage silhouette.
Belle Boheme Georgette Blouse (Green & Black) - Size 6
I wore my usual size 6 in both colours and found the fit perfect. The slight stretch made it very comfortable while still fitting beautifully through the bust. I especially loved the deep V neckline and dramatic sleeves.
Belle Boheme Capri Pants - Size 8
I sized up to the 8 for a more relaxed fit, so I would recommend doing the same if you are between sizes. The houndstooth fabric is gorgeous and the button detail at the cuff is such a chic finishing touch.
Belle Boheme Poet Pants - Size 6
I wore my usual size 6, though if you have a longer torso you may prefer to size up for extra length. The front button detailing is divine and these will be such a versatile wardrobe staple.
So much of this collection can be used in combination with so many others too! I’m utterly OBSESSED! 😍
This collection looks amazing on everyone! That little touch of emerald green is so beautiful and very vibrant in contrast to the grey shading. 🥰🥰🥰 just gorgeous!
I’ve purchased 6 items from this collection. It’s great seeing how others style the outfits. Im happy I purchased the matching hand bag, beret and heels.
the collection looks beautiful and I can’t wait to get some of the pieces.
The most beautiful collection, I couldn’t resist getting everything on my wishlist for this design
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