aIf you've been hearing about Cottagecore lately, you're not alone. It's basically the new VSCO Girl [1], and tons of people have been sharing videos and photos on TikTok and Instagram with ideas for how to achieve the dreamy aesthetic. But what exactly is Cottagecore? In a nutshell, the trend encompasses everything you'd need to live a fairy-tale life in a cottage: floral prints, plants [2], knitting, baking, fables, and traditional skills and crafts that were once heavily popularized. As TikTok user Lillie (@lillies.apthocary [3]) puts it: "Anyone else just want to, like, move off the grid into a cottage in the middle of a forest where you can bathe in a nearby stream, make your own quilts, grow your own herbs and spices, and dance with the fairies?" Yeah, it's a real mood.
The Cottagecore hashtag [4] is bursting with farmcore and Folklore vibes à la Taylor Swift [5]. Among the most viewed are soothing videos demonstrating how to make rose water, potpourri, bread, and much more. If you've been wanting to dabble in the Cottgecore world yourself, ahead are examples of how you can pull it off.
Bohemian Dresses
Lounging by the water in a flowy dress is a Cottagecore must.
Cottagecore Picnic Essentials
Make sure you have some fresh berries, dreamy flowers, and woven baskets to get you started.
Dreamy Videos of Making Bread
We're salivating over this Cottagecore video of bread making, and it doesn't look too hard, either.
Dried Flowers DIY Videos
Dried flowers are a key ingredient to achieving a Cottagecore aesthetic, and this TikTok video shows you exactly how to do it.
Magical Forest Backdrops
If you live near a forest, you're good to go!
Sweet Violet Syrup DIY Videos
Amp up your Cottagecore aesthetic by making your own sweet violet syrup. First, gather violets and remove the stems. Then rinse, dry, and pour hot water over them, and let them sit overnight. The next morning, strain the water into a pot and add sugar. Bring to a light boil, add more sugar, and stir. Add a few drops of lemon juice. Cool before use.
Cottagecore Tea
Tea with fairylike decor is one of the major cornerstones of achieving the Cottagecore aesthetic.
Homemade Bread-Making Videos
And another homemade bread video, because it's just that fascinating to watch.
Sea Salt DIY Videos
Making sea salt at home just got a lot easier with this Cottagecore DIY [7] video.
Potpourri DIY
Making potpourri out of wild flowers and leaves is an easy DIY [8] project if you're wanting to add more Cottagecore vibes to your overall aesthetic.
Flowers in Your Hair
Pastel-coloured flowers are best for Cottagecore.
Manifestation Paper DIY
Another DIY [9] Cottagecore project: manifestation paper. Simply mix ground herbs into paper pulp to get a finer and textured parchment. The bigger pieces of herbs you use, the more colour will seep through. Try using pages from old novels that already have that fine quality.
Flower Crowns
Whether you buy one or make one yourself, wearing a flower crown is the perfect touch.
Fable Tale Illustrations
Old fables with black-and-white illustrations accompanied by a lace bookmark are a Cottagecore vibe must.
Soothing Videos of Making Rose Water
Who knew watching videos of making rose water could be so relaxing?! This is going to the top of our Cottagecore to-do list.
Keep Flowers in Your Purse
Picking flowers as you go about your day will come in handy later when you want to dry them, hang them, or wear them.
Moss Terrarium DIY Videos
Get in touch with nature (a Cottagecore must) and make your own moss terrarium out of old candle jars.
Herbal Tea and Journaling
Chamomile, lemongrass, hibiscus, green, mint, and moringa tea are all believed to help alleviate pain or stress in the body. This fits with how Cottagecore illuminates utilising materials from the earth to heal.
Cottagecore Print Aesthetic
Aim for floral prints, lace patterns, ribbons, petals, or blush or neutral tones to create a Cottagecore look.
Walking Around Fields at Sunset
Take in nature in the perfect Cottagecore setting: a beautiful field of flowers.
Calming Videos of Outdoor Cottagecore Activites
This TikTok video illustrates tons of outdoor Cottagecore activities, from growing your own herbs and spices to spending time with animals.
Homemade Butter DIY Videos
This homemade butter recipe only calls for two ingredients (butter and sea salt), so there's no reason not to try it. Plus, you'll need some for all the bread you'll be making.
Cute Videos of Farm Animals
A total Cottagecore vibe? Making homemade banana bread outside with your farm friends.
Green Fields
The countryside is where you belong if you want to get in touch with your Cottagecore self.
DIY Embroidery Fabrics
Embroidery is an easy and simple way to boast your Cottagecore skills, and this TikTok user demonstrates how you can use materials around the house.
