“Your Grandma But, Like, Hip”: 30 People Living Their Cottagecore Dreams

There is something so idyllic and blissful about cottagecore that makes it very attractive as not just an aesthetic, but as a lifestyle too. As an ode to simpler and calmer times, cottagecore is a nostalgic retreat into rural living embracing a life that’s more harmonious with nature.  Even though it was a trend that first gained popularity in the 2010s, cottagecore has recently re-emerged in 2023 on TikTok. Folks are back to sharing photos of their adoption of these traditional styles and skills either through a vintage lace dress, a freshly kneaded loaf of bread or a crown of flowers that celebrates the countryside. So scroll for a heartening peek at the way people have been expressing the innocent joy they have found in this simple way of life in the gallery below.

#1 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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#2 I Put Up A Forest Portal In My Office

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#3 Magical Cottage

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#4 Black Cottagecore Representation

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#5 Seattle- The Woodwork Is Breathtaking!

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#6 Been Cycling Around The UK Countryside. Thought You Might Enjoy This

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#7 This Greenhouse Gives Me Strong Cottagecore Vibes

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#8 The Precious Mushroom Lamp I Purchased Today

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#9 Wore This Out To An Afternoon Tea Event!

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#10 Never Have I Thought I Would Fall In Love With A Rolling Pin

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#11 Saw This On Twt And Instantly Thought Of This Sub

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

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#13 I Made Us Matching Coats

We went to do a nice photoshoot and the sun set right when we got to the beach which turned the sky pink. I feel like we are serving faerie princes at the summer cottage vibes here. Image source: mrfabulousdesigns

#14 Thatched Roof Cottage Surrounded By Flowers, Rutland, East Midlands, England

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#15 My Grandmother And I Finished Our Very First Quilt! We Wanted Something Reminiscent Of An Old English Farmhouse Quilt. Im Overjoyed With The Result!

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#16 Come Take A Nap

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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 After The Discussion About Masculine Cottagecore Outfits, I've Decided To Make My Own "Lookbook"

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#20 Strawberry Cake I Made For Myself

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#21 Made A Flower Crown, Didn't Know Where Else To Show It

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#22 I Made My First Focaccia

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#23 It’s Finally Done! What Do You Guys Think?

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#24 I Visited My Fiancé’s Childhood Home And It’s So Dreamy

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#25 Cozy Morning

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#26 I Made Cinnamon-Blueberry Tarts, Inspired By Monet

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#27 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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#28 To Live Amongst The Animals Of The Forest

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#29 Look At This Apron My Aunt Made Me

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#30 How'd I Do? I Made It From A Thrifted Tablecloth

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