cottagecore

American  

[kot-ij-kawr] / ˈkɒt ɪdʒˌkɔr /

noun

1. an aesthetic or imagery inspired by an old-fashioned, rural lifestyle, characterized by rustic décor and fashion, a revival of traditional handicrafts, etc..

   For many, cottagecore can seem like a respite in our overstimulated world.

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Etymology

Origin of cottagecore

First recorded in 2015–20; cottage ( def. ) + -core ( def. ), from its supposed invocation of the charm of the English countryside and its cottages

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Example Sentences

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cottagecore

Most often, the campaign is associated with aesthetics — the Studio Ghibli-like floating gardens and cottagecore vibes.

From Salon ● Dec. 31, 2025

Young people thrifting clothes as they embrace their Y2K or cottagecore aesthetics have helped secondhand shopping shed its stigma, turning it into a trend, not a necessity.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 19, 2025

Like many people during the pandemic, she became obsessed with cottagecore design — a romantic trend that celebrates an idealized version of country living and evokes a simpler time.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 4, 2025

Since she couldn’t take her baby on foraging trips, she decided to do the next best thing: turn her nursery into a mushroom-themed, cottagecore haven.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 26, 2023

"The plaid lid matches cottagecore styles, Southern decor, Western cowboy decor and even some alternative styles, making the DIY possibilities endless for everyone."

From Salon ● Jan. 30, 2023

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