16 Brands Like Free People for Boho-Chic Style on All Budgets

If you love Free People's whimsy, boho style, these brands are for you.
Written by: 
Ash Read
Last updated: 
January 26, 2025

Known for its boho style, Free People has been a favorite since its origins as a retail store in Wayne, Pennsylvania. 

But it's not the only brand out there with free-spirited, boho vibes. Whether you’re looking for more affordable alternatives or just want to expand your TK, here are 16 brands like Free People with their own unique twist to bohemian style.

Anthropologie

The Tobie Button-Front Pleated Shirt
The Tobie Button-Front Pleated Shirt

Anthropologie takes a bohemian-meets-artisanal approach to fashion and home décor. Its clothing collections feature everything from casual wear to occasion pieces that blend vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern sensibilities. 

The origins as a single store, Anthropologie has now become a global that’s retail spaces have become destinations in themselves, offering an eclectic array of women's apparel, accessories, and home goods that cater to customers seeking unique, statement-making pieces with a worldly aesthetic.

Shop Anthropologie here.

Spell & The Gypsy Collective

Spell & The Gypsy Collective is an Australian brand founded in Byron Bay, by sisters Elizabeth and Isabella. The brand's origins in this laid-back coastal town continue to influence its dreamy, bohemian aesthetic. Its collections include everything from floaty summer dresses to accessories that embody the free-spirited Byron Bay lifestyle. 

Mojave Lily Gown
Mojave Lily Gown

Shop Spell & The Gypsy Collective here.

Doen

Leyah Dress

Another sibling-owned brand, founded by sisters Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, Dôen is a Los Angeles-based brand that channels the golden-hour glow of coastal California into clothing that feels both nostalgic and thoroughly modern.

Dôen’s flowing dresses, delicate blouses, and perfectly worn-in knits capture that elusive mix of romance and practicality. Each piece tells a story of thoughtful design and ethical production, from the brand’s signature flutter-sleeve dresses in vintage-inspired prints to their luxuriously cozy sweaters that feel like wrapping yourself in a sunset.

Shop Doen here.

Christy Dawn

The Monica Dress
The Monica Dress

What started as model-turned-designer Christy Dawn Baskauskas's quest to create the perfect dress has evolved into a thoughtful fashion label that's redefining sustainable style. The Los Angeles-based brand launched with a simple yet revolutionary idea: transform deadstock fabrics – luxurious materials that would otherwise go to waste – into timeless, vintage-inspired pieces.

Today, Christy Dawn’s 'farm-to-closet' initiative manages over 200 acres of regenerative farmland, proving that fashion can actually heal the earth rather than harm it. Each piece, from its signature flowing dresses to its carefully crafted separates, tells a story of conscious creation.

Shop Christy Dawn here.

Reformation

Hannah Regenerative Wool Cardigan
Hannah Regenerative Wool Cardigan

What began as founder Yael Aflalo’s passion project has evolved into the ultimate "cool girl" brand, known for turning eco-friendly materials into seriously covetable pieces that merge vintage silhouettes with modern appeal. Reformation designs and ships all of its products from its LA base. While some of its clothing is also produced in LA, the brand also works with sustainable partner factories around the world. 

Shop Reformation here.

Show Me Your Mumu

Riley Maxi Dress
Riley Maxi Dress

Show Me Your Mumu is a California-based lifestyle brand known for its inclusive approach to bohemian fashion. From its mix-and-match bridesmaid collections to everyday wear, it offers sizes XXS to 3X in its signature blend of vibrant prints, flowing silhouettes, and easy, breezy spirit of California style.

Shop Show Me Your Mumu here.

Farm Rio

black short sleeve collar blouse
Black Short Sleeve Collar Blouse

Farm Rio has come a long way since it started out as a market stall in Rio de Janeiro. Founders Katia Barros and Marcello Bastos have now taken their vision of Brazilian fashion global, crafting pieces that capture the essence of Rio life through bold prints and joyful designs. 

The brand pairs its signature aesthetic with environmental action, including an ambitious tree-planting initiative in the Amazon and a commitment to sustainable materials like organic cotton and recycled polyester. 

Shop Farm Rio now.

Cleobella

Keilani Midi Dress | Black
Keilani Midi Dress

Inspired by founder Angela O'Brien’s global travels, Cleobella started out by partnering with artisan makers in Bali, where skilled, local craftspeople brought O'Brien's bohemian-inspired handbag designs to life through ancient techniques and handcrafted details.

Now a certified B Corporation, Cleobella has now expanded beyond its original handbag collection, offering clothing, accessories, and home goods, all while maintaining its commitment to ethical production, sustainable materials and fair trade practices. 

Shop Cleobella here.

Johnny Was

MARYAH TIERED MINI DRESS
Maryah Tiered Mini Dress

Founded in 1987 by Eli Levite in Los Angeles, Johnny Was is a fashion brand that’s inspired by the laid-back California lifestyle and the free-spirited energy of bohemian culture. The name itself, borrowed from a Bob Marley song, sets the tone for a label that has always danced to its own rhythm, mixing luxury with everyday wearability.

Johnny Was’ signature aesthetic includes intricate embroidery, rich textiles, and artistic details that transform simple silhouettes into wearable art.

Shop Johnny Was here.

MINKPINK

Sylvie Button Up Mini Dress
Sylvie Button Up Mini Dress

MINKPINK was founded with a vision to make trend-driven fashion more accessible to style-conscious shoppers. The Australian brand is known for its bold prints, vibrant colors, and ability to remix retro influences into contemporary collections.

From statement dresses to eye-catching swimwear, its designs blend nostalgic elements with modern trends at attainable price points, appealing to those who appreciate fashion-forward design without the luxury price tag.

Shop MINKPINK here.

Sezane

Angie Cardigan
Angie Cardigan

Sézane is one of France's first digital-native fashion brands, bringing Parisian elegance to the online fashion retail. Over 70% of Sézane's materials sourced sustainably and all its locations are powered by renewable energy. Through initiatives like 'La Grande Collecte' recycling program and monthly capsule collections, the brand proves that authentic Parisian style can coexist with environmental responsibility.

Shop Sezane here.

Faithfull the Brand

Yerres Midi Dress Floral Blue
Yerres Midi Dress Floral Blue

Founded in 2014 by Australian Sarah-Jane Abrahams and Norwegian Helle Them-Enger, Faithfull marries vintage-inspired patterns with modern sensibilities from its bases in Bali and Sydney. Each piece from Faithfull is handmade by skilled local artisans, and since achieving B Corp certification in 2021, the brand has cemented its position as a leader in sustainable, thoughtfully crafted resort wear.

Shop Faithfull the Brand here.

Amuse Society

KARLI LS KNIT TOP
Karli LS Knit Top

Launched by two industry veterans Mandy Fry and Summer Rapp, Amuse Society emerged from the duo's extensive experience at Roxy and Billabong, combined with their vision to create something edgier in the beach fashion space.

The brand was born in Southern California, where coastal culture meets rock 'n' roll attitude. Amuse Society captures the essence of rebellious beach chic, offering everything from bold swimwear to statement ready-to-wear pieces. 

Shop Amuse Society here.

Novella Royale

THE BEHATI SKIRT
The Behati Skirt

Founded by third-generation seamstress Mary Myers, Novella Royale started out making entirely handmade, vintage-inspired pieces in Southern California. 

Novella Royale blends '70s-inspired aesthetics and modern sensibilities, while maintaining a commitment to local production and environmental responsibility. The brand’s collection ranges from signature bell bottoms to intricately detailed dresses, and are crafted using recycled materials in its Southern California workshop, embodying the founder's "reduce, reuse, recycle" philosophy. 

Shop Novella Royale here.

Ulla Johnson

Evette Dress
Evette Dress

Founded in 2000 by its namesake designer, Ulla Johnson is a New York City-based brand known for its signature intricate hand-stitching, custom prints, and a sophisticated take on bohemian style.

One of New York’s most influential brands, Ulla Johnson has redefined modern luxury through its blend of feminine sophistication and worldly inspiration.

Today, Ulla Johnson is one of New York's most influential brands. Its collections feature everything from hand-embroidered dresses to expertly tailored separates. A regular highlight at New York Fashion Week, the brand has redefined modern luxury through its blend of feminine sophistication and worldly inspiration.

Shop Ulla Johnson here.

LoveShackFancy

Amberleigh Lace Mini Dress
Amberleigh Lace Mini Dress

LoveShackFancy started out making a range of vintage-inspired bridesmaid dresses. The brand’s co-founder Hessel Cohen’s search for the perfect bridesmaid dresses inspired her to create the dreamy, feminine pieces that would become the company's signature.

Since it was founded in 2013, LoveShackFancy has expanded its collection to feature a wide range of everyday essentials from its signature ruffled dresses and intricate knitwear to activewear and swimwear.

Shop LoveShackFancy here.