Simplicity is a sacred path toward sustainability
At Bohemian Folk, we believe that true sustainability is a sacred return to simplicity—an alignment with both Earth and cosmos. It’s the guiding thread in all we do—from the natural fibers and plant-based dyes we work with, to our slow, soulful production methods and elemental-inspired designs. Each piece is crafted with intention, honoring the cycles of nature, the wisdom of the body, and the quiet magic of living in rhythm with the universe.
Hand-dyed
Hand-made
We don’t believe in mass production—we believe in meaningful creation. Unlike big-box brands that churn out fast fashion overseas, every Bohemian Folk piece is made by hand in our Heartland studio. We’re proud to be part of the slow fashion movement—a conscious rebellion rooted in sustainability, mindful design, and the sacred rhythm of making things with care.
Each garment is hand-cut, lovingly sewn, and dyed in small batches by our artisan team. No two are exactly alike—because neither are you. We see clothing as both art and ritual, and every piece carries the imprint of the hands and hearts that created it.
Meet the team
Bohemian Folk began in 2012 with a quiet dream, an old dye tub, and a calling to create with intention.
Founder Leslie Navia started with her own two hands—stitching, dyeing, and bringing to life garments that felt grounded, soulful, and real. What began as a simple DIY venture has grown into a small, heart-led studio where each piece is still made slowly, by hand, and in harmony with the natural world.
At Bohemian Folk, we believe clothing is more than fabric—it’s ritual, expression, and a way to return to yourself. When you wear our pieces, you support the earth, honor artisan work, and join a movement devoted to slow, sacred living.
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Leslie
Founder/Head of Design
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Glendy
Studio Manager/Master Dyer
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Alberto
Pattern Designer/Head of Production/Cutter
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Teresa
Production seamstress
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Yesenia
Production seamstress
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Andy
Assistant Cutter
Design rooted in
the elements of earth, sun, and rain
Bohemian Folk Clothing is a ritual clothing brand devoted to soulful simplicity and the art of feeling at home in your own skin. Founded and designed by Leslie Navia, each piece is born from a blend of earthy magic, elemental inspiration, and intuitive color alchemy. Rooted in reverence for nature and the sacred rhythms of daily life, Bohemian Folk invites you to dress with intention, embody your essence, and adorn your spirit with beauty that feels like you.
How we make our garments
Every Bohemian Folk garment is handmade with intention in our cozy Heartland studio, not in a factory. Crafted by a small team of skilled artisans, each piece is created in an intimate, slow-made setting where care and creativity guide every stitch. Some styles are released in small, intentionally limited batches—cut, sewn, and dyed in-house—while others are made-to-order, lovingly created just for you after your purchase.
We work exclusively with natural fabrics and hand-dye each garment in small batches using a mix of low-impact dyes and botanical plant-based color. This process honors both the Earth and the spirit of slow, sacred making.
OUR FIBERS and DYES
OUR FIBERS and DYES
We create our garments with intention, using a carefully chosen selection of ethically-sourced, fair-trade, and natural fibers. Our fibers—hemp, organic cotton, and linen—are chosen for their connection to the Earth and their ability to honor both the body and the planet. All of our fabrics begin in their natural, un-dyed state, and the color is lovingly added by our team in the dye studio after the garment is sewn. We use only eco-friendly dyes to bring our designs to life. Most of our pieces are dyed with low-impact fiber-reactive dyes, ensuring a sustainable and vibrant finish. On occasion, we offer one-of-a-kind creations dyed with botanical plant-based colors, adding an extra layer of natural beauty to our collection.
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Low impact dyes
Low-impact dyes bond directly with garment fibers and contain no heavy metals. They don’t contain toxic chemicals or mordents, have a high absorption rate, and require significantly less water during the run off process than conventional dyes.
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Botanical dyes
We offer a range of botanical dyes that have minimal environmental impact, are biodegradable, and are obtained from renewable resources that can be harnessed from nature without imposing harm to the environment.
Each hand-dyed garment tells its own unique story. The process of hand-dyeing naturally results in slight variations in hue and tone from batch to batch. These variations are not flaws, but rather the inherent beauty of each piece. While we use specific recipes for our fiber-reactive dyes, the results still vary from one dye bath to the next, making each garment one of a kind. Botanical dyes create soft, soothing shades, but they are more unpredictable due to the nature of the dyeing process. To create unique hues, we often overlap and combine different botanical colors. As a result, all colors in our palette—whether low-impact or botanical—are approximate, especially with natural dyes, which carry a wide spectrum of colors. This artisanal process is what makes each piece truly special.
