40 Examples Of The Popular Cottagecore Aesthetic That Scream “Your Grandma But, Like, Hip”

In recent years, the Cottagecore aesthetic has woven its way into the hearts of young and old alike, nostalgically merging yesteryear charm with contemporary sensibilities.

For those unfamiliar with the term, Cottagecore romanticizes the idea of a simple, pastoral life – think sprawling countryside, homemade pies cooling by the window, and daisy chains on sunlit afternoons. It’s the dream of escaping the modern-day hustle and embracing a slower pace reminiscent of your grandma’s days, but with a trendy twist.

Imagine vintage floral dresses paired with chunky sneakers, or rustic handmade ceramics shared on a TikTok video. It’s all about blending the rustic simplicity of country life with today’s hip nuances, creating a sense of tranquility and timelessness.

If you’ve ever yearned for the serenity of a cottage in the woods, but with a splash of modern flair, these 40 examples of the Cottagecore aesthetic are sure to inspire.

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1. “Seattle- The Woodwork Is Breathtaking!”

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2. “Made A Flower Crown, Didn’t Know Where Else To Show It”

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3. “Mom Made. I Thought It Was Pretty Cottagecore. Show Her Some Love, She’s Shy About Her Crafting”

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4. “Black Cottagecore Representation”

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5. “Wore This Out To An Afternoon Tea Event!”

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6. “I Took These A Few Months Ago For My Birthday. I Wish It Was More Normal To Dress Up Like This In Public Lol”

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7. “Someone Suggested I Post These Here: I Made Spring Botanical Illustration Cookies! These Are Vanilla Bean Shortbread Decorated With Royal Icing!”

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8. “I Made Us Matching Coats”

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9. “Never Have I Thought I Would Fall In Love With A Rolling Pin”

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10. “I Put Up A Forest Portal In My Office”

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11. “Cozy Morning”

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12. “Saw This On Twitter And Instantly Thought Of This Sub”

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13. “Been Cycling Around The UK Countryside. Thought You Might Enjoy This”

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14. “I Made My First Focaccia”

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15. “I Made Cinnamon-Blueberry Tarts, Inspired By Monet”

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16. “Thatched Roof Cottage Surrounded By Flowers, Rutland, East Midlands, England”

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17. “Mushroom Royalty Costumes We Did For The Renaissance Festival!”

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18. “Finally Finished That Fireplace Mural I Shared Here A While Ago”

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19. “To Live Amongst The Animals Of The Forest”

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20. “This Greenhouse Gives Me Strong Cottagecore Vibes”

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21. “My Grandmother And I Finished Our Very First Quilt! We Wanted Something Reminiscent Of An Old English Farmhouse Quilt. I’m Overjoyed With The Result!”

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22. “It’s Finally Done! What Do You Guys Think?”

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23. “The Precious Mushroom Lamp I Purchased Today”

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24. “Magical Cottage”

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25. “After The Discussion About Masculine Cottagecore Outfits, I’ve Decided To Make My Own ‘Lookbook'”

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26. “Look At This Apron My Aunt Made Me”

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27. “Strawberry Cake I Made For Myself”

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28. “Come Take A Nap”

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29. “Style Inspiration: Tasha Tudor”

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30. “How’d I Do? I Made It From A Thrifted Tablecloth”

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31. “I Visited My Fiancé’s Childhood Home And It’s So Dreamy”

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32. “The Hills Are Alive”

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33. “Made These Meadow Paintings For Gifts Recently”

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34. “My Wonderful Friend Made This Gorgeous Skirt And Gave It To Me”

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35. “This Is What We All Really Want”

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36. “Porch”

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37. “The Perfect Cottagecore Room”

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38. “Imagine Feeding Your Little Chickens As You Enjoy Your Morning Coffee”

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39. “Just Finished Making This Corset Out Of A Pair Of Curtains”

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40. “This Edible Flower Chocolate Is Just Too Beautiful To Eat”

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