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Cottagecore style
The perfect mood for the nostalgic of the past
It spread like wildfire, finding unexpected success thanks to social media: we are talking about the cottagecore style. This is not a trend that affects only the aesthetic choices of your home, but a real modus vivendi that takes its cue from the English and vintage styles. In fact, it is particularly suitable for cottages and farmhouses that are often recovered today by people who decide to move to the countryside, to lead a slower and more relaxed lifestyle than that of cities.
Now let’s see what it is and what are the must-haves of the cottagecore style.
What the cottagecore style consists of
One of the elements underlying this trend is the faithful revival of the antique, through the careful search for antique furnishings and vintage accessories. The goal is to recreate relaxing and romantic atmospheres. Through the use of natural materials such as raw wood, straw and rattan, the interiors recall the rural life of the past.
In addition, from the desire to recover the slow rhythms of the past and the taste for craftsmanship with attention to the smallest details, lovers of cottagecore are used to looking for antique porcelain, doilies, retro objects and furnishings that recall the scenery of the prairies.
Through constant research, the interior spaces will be organized according to the taste and needs of those who live in the house and the spaces will be vital and sustainable. In fact, the use of natural materials and colors that recall the countryside and green landscapes will make the whole welcoming and relaxing. Warm and pastel tones such as yellow, sage green, mauve and lavender will therefore be perfect. Finally, the walls can be dressed with floral wallpapers or antique prints that reproduce elements related to the world of botany.
What cannot be missing in a cottagecore style home
One of the key principles of the cottagecore style is represented by the sustainable choice, interpreted in environmental, economic and social terms. Another aspect concerns the retro and second-hand elements which, if chosen with care, will bring added value to the whole.
Now let’s see what are the main must haves that everyone should have in a perfect cottagecore style home.
1. The country table with the period chairs
Strictly made of wood, even better if raw and opaque, the dining table is the fulcrum of the convivial area and plays an important role within the living area. The dimensions can vary according to the needs, the shape also: round or rectangular, what matters is that it is accompanied by antique and comfortable chairs. An original idea may be to choose a different chair from the other as long as they are all in retro style. The gem of the antique tables is represented by the drawer for storing tablecloths and tea towels and the wooden footrest bar.
To view some technical drawings of vintage tables click here
2. The sideboard
Everyone will remember their grandmother’s sideboard where the sets of plates and glasses intended for guests were placed. Today she is back in fashion, not only in period homes but also in environments with modern furnishings so as to recreate a pleasant “surprise effect”. Its revival is due in part to a desire to recreate a sense of charm and nostalgia for the past, as well as its functionality in providing space for displaying and storing objects.
For the cottagecore style house it is important to choose it in neutral or colored wood and preferably with doors equipped with precious and decorated glass; They blend well with rustic decor and can add a pop of color or warmth to the room.
The doors with precious and decorated glass add a touch of elegance and refinement to the sideboard, creating a visual focal point and allowing the objects on display to be admired in more detail.
3. The velvet sofa
Whether it has two or more seats, the velvet sofa cannot be missing in the house with a vintage flavour. It will be a good idea to choose it for its convenience, matching the rest of the house or in a different color to make it a key element of the environment.
4. The rocking chair
Evocative of an almost fairy-tale atmosphere, the rocking chair is perfect if the environment is generously sized. Preferably in wood, it can be enriched with padded seats and velvet cushions in shades of burgundy, green and ocher. Thanks to its oscillating movement it will be possible to enjoy moments of peace and relaxation.
5. The wrought iron bed
One of the greatest advantages of the wrought iron bed is the possibility of placing it in environments with different style wardrobes and furnishings. These are often handcrafted products that are subjected to numerous processes to make them antique and richly decorated. The result is a bed with a romantic and refined flavour.
6. The Trunks and Baskets
In addition to maintaining order within the rooms, baskets and trunks represent complements capable of enriching the aesthetics of the room. If you have the possibility, it is advisable to recover your grandmothers’ old trunks, real antiques with precious economic and emotional value. In the case of baskets, the extra touch is given by satin or velvet bows and trimmings.
7. Antique porcelain, doilies and tablecloths
Through careful research, it will be possible to select antique porcelains or accessories handcrafted with the care of the past. Plates, teapots and cups can be placed inside solid wood sideboards or on hand-embroidered doilies. All kitchen textiles are preferable in natural fibers such as cotton and linen.
8. The wallpaper
Undisputed queen in the interiors of the past and present, wallpaper cannot be missing in the cottagecore style home. It is optimal to choose textures and patterns with a retro flavor such as rural landscapes, plant elements and colorful flowers. The winning choice is to insert it in the kitchen, paying attention to the waterproofing treatment. The surprise effect will be guaranteed.
9. The pots and dishes in sight
It may seem like a risky choice, especially for those who care a lot about order and hygiene, but exposed crockery and pots and pans give the kitchen a warm, welcoming and “lived-in” look. In short, everything that befits a cottagecore home. To be hung on the tracks on the kitchen backbone or on the hooks distributed in a precise order on the walls, they will ensure practicality and speed in use.
10. Seasonal flowers and plants
The green element in indoor spaces has always given a particular vitality, making the environments fresher and more relaxing. Examples are the vases with seasonal flowers on the rough wooden tables, the aromatic plants on the windowsill or the flowers in hanging or wall vases. Finally, if you are a lover of vintage furnishing accessories, antique vases with bas-reliefs or carved decorations will be perfect.
To discover the beauty of the 2D drawing of an ancient vase click here
