Cottagecore Styling Tips for Your Property

Cottagecore has become a huge interior design trend – you only have to look on Instagram or Pinterest to see how influencers and designers are incorporating it into their interiors.

The style itself – cottagecore – offers up an aesthetic that romanticised rural living. It incorporates rustic charm, natural materials and cosy textiles. You can include new and pre-loved pieces when creating this style as it’s not one that demands statement pieces or glossy perfection.

Here are some design ideas to help you achieve this look:

Colour Palettes

• Soft Pastels: Use soft pastel colours like blush pink, sage green and baby blue to create a gentle and soothing atmosphere. For example, you could paint your walls in a light sage green and add blush pink accents with cushions and throws.
• Warm Neutrals: Incorporate warm neutral tones like beige, taupe and cream to create a cosy and inviting space. Opt for cream-colored furniture and complement it with taupe curtains and a beige rug.
• Earthy Tones: Use earthy tones like terracotta, olive green and burnt orange to add warmth and depth to your home. Add terracotta planters, olive green cushions and burnt orange throws to your living room.

Natural Materials

• Wood and Stone: Incorporate natural wood and stone elements to enhance the rustic charm of your home. Use reclaimed wood for furniture pieces like coffee tables and shelving units. Consider adding a stone feature wall or fireplace.
• Wicker and Rattan: Use wicker and rattan furniture and accessories for a natural and organic look. Creating a reading or study nook with a rattan armchair or add wicker baskets for storage.
• Wool and Linen: Choose wool and linen textiles in items such as blankets and cushion covers for a cosy and comfortable feel.

Cosy Textiles

• Blankets and Throws: Layer blankets and throws in various textures and patterns to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. For example, drape a chunky knit blanket over the back of your sofa and add a tartan throw on an armchair.
• Rugs: Cottagecore is all about accent pieces that exude warmth. Place a sheepskin rug by your bed and a braided jute rug in the living room.
• Curtains: Choose curtains in soft, flowing fabrics to create a cosy and inviting feel. You could use linen curtains in a neutral colour for a light and airy look or heavier wool curtains for added warmth.

Decor and Accessories

• Vintage Finds: Incorporate vintage and antique items for a sense of history and character. This trend was made for vintage teapots, antique mirrors or framed prints.
• Floral Patterns: Use floral patterns in your textiles and decor to add a touch of whimsy and romance. Think floral cushion covers, wallpaper or bedding to bring nature indoors.
• Candles and Lanterns: Add candles (everywhere) and use lanterns as a centrepice for a warm and cosy ambiance.
• Handcrafted Items: If you’re crafty, you can create unique cottagecore items such as handmade pottery or artwork, crochet blankets or works of cross-stitch.

Specific Items of Furniture and Textiles

• Farmhouse Dining: Choose a farmhouse-style dining table with a rustic wood finish. Mis-matched chairs add to the charming and eclectic look.
• Patchwork Quilts: Add patchwork quilts to your beds for a cosy and nostalgic feel. They add colour and pattern to any room.
• Chintz Fabrics: Use chintz fabrics for a touch of traditional charm. Choose curtains or cushion covers in floral patterns to add a touch of elegance.

Embracing the Cottagecore aesthetic allows you to transform your home into a warm and inviting Scottish cottage. It’s a style that embraces the mis-matched; the handmade; the vintage. Enjoy the process of blending traditional elements with your personal style to create a truly unique and cosy home.

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