There are a few essential items needed to create the look, such as a floaty floral print dress, baggy cardigan, embroidered blouse and a hippie bag with details such as studding or tassels.

One thing I like about this trend is the way it flatters most shapes and sizes, while looking pretty and comfortable at the same time.

Take a look at Susan (right), who has gone for a feminine look with a chiffon floral print dress decorated with an embroidered bib front, worn under a double-breasted knit cardigan. The cardigan keeps her warm while toughening up the look, as do the black tights and pair of vintage leather lace-up jazz shoes (which are very 2009).

When I ask to take her photograph she quickly braids her hair. It's a nice touch and finishes off the look.

For a Boho look that is more city-appropriate, take cues from Shirley ( right), who has matched a floaty jersey/chiffon black dress with a dark furry scarf, Chanel leather chain hobo bag and wide belt at the waist to accentuate her curves. Modern details such as exotic print tights and fur-trim ankle boots make her look up-to-date.

Instead of opting for bright colours and prints, she has gone for a more subtle look with Boho-inspired accessories.

Experiment with exotic accessories if you find the head-to-toe look too much.

Choose jewellery made with organic materials, sheepskin Ugg-style boots and Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses.

I've seen a cool floral red chiffon dress at Love Girls Market (50B Paterson St, Causeway Bay, tel: 2890 7679) along with a beige faux fur gillet. W closet wears INC (available at i.t, 6-10 Cleveland St, tel: 2504 0025) has some simple white cotton tunics with embroidery.

I've also spotted a grey cotton coat lined with an exotic trim, floaty skirts and knitted bangles at Beams Boy (Shop 27, Silvercord, 30 Canton Road, TST, tel: 2992 0235). Uggs are hard to find, but there are similar styles at Cotton On, and fur-trimmed boots in beige, purple and black at Sole town (1/F, 2-20 Paterson St, Causeway Bay, tel: 2577 8302).