Boho

Boho at ReTreasure is a rail of relaxed, easy-wearing preloved pieces: paisley prints, floaty florals, kimono layers and holiday dresses that work just as well over jeans at home. Every piece is one of a kind, checked, graded and photographed by hand, so what you see is the actual garment. Sizes typically run from UK 4 to 30, and most pieces are graded Very good.

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Buying preloved boho pieces

What turns up on the rail

Boho covers a lot of ground, so the rail changes often. High street names come up most: Primark, Monsoon, Shein, River Island, M&Co, E-vie, Country Rose and White Stuff all appear regularly. Prints lean towards paisley, florals, abstract swirls and the odd stripe, usually on lighter fabrics made for summer and holidays, though long sleeve and layering pieces turn up too.

  • Kimonos and throw-on layers for over vests and women's tops
  • Playsuits and summer dresses, with longer styles crossing over into maxi dresses
  • Printed pieces that also sit in Florals

Sizes typically run UK 4 to 30, with the condition mix weighted heavily towards Very good and the occasional Good piece.

What to check before you buy

Boho clothing is built around loose cuts and decorative details, and those details are where wear shows first. A few things worth thinking about:

  • Trims and tassels. Fringing, pom poms, tassels and crochet edges can thin or shed. Photos show the real item, so look closely at the hem and cuffs.
  • Ties and drawstrings. Waist ties, neck ties and elasticated shirring lose stretch over time. If a piece relies on a tie for fit, check the photos for both ends.
  • Fine fabrics. Viscose, rayon and lightweight cotton can go slightly see-through after washing. Think about what you would layer underneath.
  • Fit is not obvious. A floaty cut hides where a garment actually sits, and a size 14 kimono and a size 14 playsuit fit nothing alike. Measurements of any item are available on request before you buy.
  • Buttons and fastenings. Playsuits often use poppers or a single back button. Worth a look in the detail shots.

Why buy boho preloved

Boho is a style that comes back round in slightly different forms every few years, which means the secondhand rail holds pieces that are no longer made. A Monsoon kimono from a past season or a printed Country Rose dress is not something you can order new. Buying preloved also lets you try a shape you are unsure about without much commitment, which matters with playsuits and wide floaty cuts that can be hit and miss on the hanger.

Everything here is one of one, graded on a five-step scale from New with tags to Fair, and described honestly. UK delivery is tracked, orders are dispatched within 2 working days, and standard delivery is free over £50. You have 14 days to return anything for any reason, or 30 days if a piece is faulty or not as described.

Common questions

What counts as boho here?

Anything with a relaxed, folk-leaning feel: paisley and abstract prints, kimonos, floaty summer and holiday dresses, playsuits and loose layering pieces. Some items sit in more than one collection, so a printed maxi may appear under boho and florals both. If a piece is boho in cut but plain in colour, it still lands here.

What condition are most boho pieces in?

The mix is weighted strongly towards Very good, with the occasional Good piece. Very good means light wear with no notable flaws; Good means visible wear that is described in the listing. Any marks, pulls or missing trims are written into the description and shown in the photos.

Will a boho piece fit me if I usually wear a different size?

Possibly not, and it is worth asking first. Boho cuts vary wildly between brands, and older high street sizing often runs smaller than current equivalents, so a labelled 12 from one label can fit closer to a 10. Measurements of any item are available on request before you buy, and that is the only reliable way to check.

How should I wash a boho piece with crochet or fringing?

Hand washing cool and drying flat is the safest route for anything with crochet panels, tassels or heavy embroidery, as machine agitation pulls trims loose. Check the care label if it is still attached, and ask if you want to know whether a particular item still has one. Light viscose pieces also tend to crease, so a cool iron on the reverse helps.

Can I wear boho pieces outside summer?

Yes. Long sleeve tops and kimonos layer over roll necks and under coats, and a printed dress works over thick tights and boots. The rail regularly includes layering pieces that were never meant for holiday wear in the first place.

I cannot see what I want here. What now?

New pieces go up most days, and because everything is one of one the boho rail looks different week to week. If you have a specific style, size or brand in mind, use the contact form to ask whether it is in stock right now. It is also worth browsing the florals and maxi dresses collections, as plenty of boho pieces cross over.