folk style

Folk, a musical style named in the mid-1960s, emerged from a movement that spread between the United States and Canada. The clean sound, composed of tuned vocal harmonies, developed amidst rock ‘n roll and folk music sources, where artists like Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan stand out. And so, folk rock also spread in the UK and from the 1970s offshoots began to exist, such as acid folk, psychedelic folk and progressive folk.

Therefore, the musical style, when gaining strength, influences fashion and brings characteristic elements to the fashion universe: rustic elements merge with others: indigenous people, hippies, as well as countries and romantics.

Accessories, garments bring with them raw fabrics and ample modeling to compose a regional look: fringes, leather, suede, feathers, cowboy boots, floral, tribal and plaid motifs, handcrafted accessories, scarves and dresses, wide, long and fluids stand out.

Influenced by the 1960s and 1970s, laid-back airs combine with folk style, appliqués, ruffles and embroidery and the texture of crochet or knitting enrich the look. Ethnic traits combine with worn leather, fur, suede and felt in earthy tones – beige, rust, cognac and chocolate stand out.

Among the young celebrities who look for a root look, but current, in the style, are Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus – this one, leaning towards boho – Vanessa Hudgens and the Olsen sisters.

How to join the folk style

Smocks and wide-leg jeans, as well as shin-length skirts with details at the hem, are combined with flat sandals, embroidered flats and boots. To adapt the folk style to everyday life without making it heavy or caricature, opt for characteristic elements combined with your everyday casual production, your style.

Avoid the head-to-toe style; invest in folk elements to be worn separately, for example: fringed bags and boots; handmade skirts or dresses, more romantic, worn with rustic boots.

To leave the current look, animal print prints and ecological skins can be adhered and contrasted with leather pants and skirts. Flowing skirts in ethnic prints, vests – in fur, thick leather or suede – with fringes and velvety and earthy textures are in vogue, as are disheveled hair and naturally lit make-up. However, keep in mind that in order to adhere to the folk style, having a strong personality is one of the main points, and also counterbalancing the production.

Get inspired by famous folk-style looks