This Olsen-Coded Trend Is About To Take Over Your FYP
Picking up from “Brat Summer” to “Demure Fall,” this bohemian-inspired trend is quickly making its mark.
Fashion trends often find themselves in a delightful tug-of-war between reinvention and nostalgia. The latest example? Moto Boho, the brainchild that blends the free-spirited grounds of bohemian style with the edge of biker-inspired fashion. At first glance, boho’s flowing florals and effortless femininity seem worlds apart from moto’s rebellious nature — but opposites, as they say, attract. This quirky yet captivating style is starting to pop up everywhere, from the runways of Chloé, Ann Demeulemeester, Isabel Marant, DSquared2 and Gucci‘s Spring/Summer 2025 collections — not to mention our FYPs.
Boho, of course, is no stranger to the sartorial spotlight. Emerging from the hippie influences of the ’60s — think breezy dresses, floral prints and eclectic charm — the style resurfaced in the early ’00s, with the likes of Sienna Miller, Kate Moss and the Olsen twins leading the charge. Now, in 2025, this emerging trend is taking that nostalgic softness and fusing it with a rebellious, leather-clad counterpart.
For Monika Rosie Young, founder of the Moto Boho-inspired brand Monika the Label, the allure lies in the contrast: “There’s something about it that makes it feel both timeless and rebellious,” she says. “I’ve always admired how the Olsen twins mastered that balance. Whether it’s throwing oversized leather jackets over delicate vintage dresses, or styling their messy bed hair with polished makeup. It’s that mix of nonchalance and intention, the idea that you can be both tough and delicate at the same time.”
The love for such an effortless contrast is reflected in the growing popularity of this aesthetic. According to Pinterest‘s 2025 Predictions Report, searches for “Boho fits” climbed an impressive 775%, while interest in “Slouchy Bag” surged by 354%, signaling that this evolution is influencing not just clothing, but accessories as well. “The grunge-inspired ‘Brat’ look, coupled with the revival of bohemian aesthetics by major fashion houses, set the stage for Moto Boho,” said Sydney Stanbeck, Head of Global Trends and Insights at Pinterest. “It blends a laid-back feel with a darker twist and is all about capturing the nostalgia we love while making it uniquely our own.”
So really, this rising concept is more of an ongoing adaptation, shaped by the overlap of recent micro-trends. Last summer’s “Brat Summer” aesthetic, revived ’00s pop-goth fashion, led by personalities like Charli XCX and Gabbriette, while Fall/Winter saw a return to bohemian silhouettes and lacey fabrics. Its charm lies in its contradictions, inviting individuality and playful experimentation. The trend encourages a fresh take on existing wardrobes, and thrives on reinvention.
Scroll to read about the SS25 runways that showcased a the emerging Moto Boho trend.
Chloé
Chloé is synonymous with a bohemian aesthetic. From its early days under Karl Lagerfeld in the ’70s, through to Phoebe Philo in the ’00s and now with Chemena Kamali at the helm, Chloé continues to use soft, fluid fabrics to maintain its signature style. In its SS25 collection, the brand presented a fusion of chiffon, lace and ruffles with more structured pieces, such as leather jackets, adding a fresh layer to its established boho identity. This mix of gentle, flowing shapes with tougher, more utilitarian elements echoed the growing Moto Boho trend.
Ann Demeulemeester
Ann Demeulemeester‘s identity – closely associated with a moody, bohemian sensibility, where twilight hues, poetic melancholy and a free-spirited edge intertwine effortlessly – leans into the rugged romance of Moto Boho. The SS25 runway struck the perfect balance between grit and romance, combining billowing, layered silhouettes with sharp, slightly distressed tailoring. Texture also played a starring role, with delicate lace meeting dark denim and loosely woven, cascading knits oozing effortless ease.
It comes as no surprise that for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Brat singer Charli XCX wore a custom look. Her red carpet dress was compromised of a sheer, draped hooded top and skirt, layered with an intricately handcrafted beaded body piece. Leaning further into the Moto vibe, the ensemble was curated with sleek black slim rectangular sunglasses, subtly shifting the mood from gothic romance to a sharp, dark cool.
Isabel Marant
Another brand that naturally aligns with Moto Boho is Isabel Marant, whose SS25 collection blended tribal craftsmanship with punk nostalgia, solidifying its place within the Moto Boho style. The SS25 collection blended tribal craftsmanship with punk nostalgia, solidifying its place within the Moto Boho trend. Embroidered silk chevron dresses, braided details and iridescent fringe details added artisanal depth, while the inclusion of structured outerwear and kick-flared trousers balanced the collection with a more refined, moto-inspired silhouette
DSquared2
The first model to step onto the SS25 runway for DSquared2 was pure Moto Boho. She wore a flowing cream-white dress — deconstructed and slipping off the shoulder, layered over a black leather bodysuit crisscrossed with laces, blurring the line between ethereal and provocative. Sheer chiffons and asymmetrical jersey tanks exposed harnesses, bralettes and sculptural latex, giving a raw, undone quality to the otherwise soft silhouettes. This interplay between fragility and grit is at the heart of Moto Boho and DSquared2 nailed it by pairing dusty-toned, romantic fabrics with bondage-style leather and intricate lacing – touching on everything from biker culture to S&M influences.
Gucci
While not every piece in Gucci’s SS25 collection reflected Moto Boho, certain looks effortlessly combined leather with fluid silhouettes, creating a contrast between sharp tailoring and free-flowing design. A standout example was a slip dress layered under an open leather coat, While peek-a-boo lingerie details brought a sultry edge to lace dresses and airy coats, too. Elsewhere, a tailored blazer with precise ‘60s-inspired cuts were paired with breezy, semi-transparent chiffon trousers, reinforcing the collection’s dynamic between rigid and free-flowing elements.
