5 trends for cottagecore bathrooms to watch out for

There's something so cozy about the cottagecore trend, and I personally love it, especially when I get to bring in whimsical and loose florals with a bit of personality. So let's talk about a few trends we're seeing in cottagecore bathrooms around Instagram.

Let's start with a definition of cottagecore, which is an aesthetic inspired by simple, rural life, featuring vintage decor, earthy colors, and nature-inspired elements to create a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere. Sounds amazing to me!

So let's get to it--we'll look at 5 cottagecore bathroom trends (that can be applied anywhere, honestly) but make for a more romantic-inspired space.

Cottagecore Soap & candle holder

There’s something gorgeous about the idea of a soap and candle holder. We don’t need the functionality of a candleholder, but it oozes simple opulence. The nostalgic charm of this bathroom accessory becomes a focal point simply because it’s so different. It brings a romantic quality to the bathroom whether you’re washing your hands or getting ready for the day.

In a day of liquid soap containers, the soap and candle holder stands out as a simple reminder of how much has changed. It’s practically begging you to find a farmer’s market to find locally poured candles and luxurious hand-made soaps to complete the ambiance of the room and take a moment for yourself.

Floral Tile with a cottagecore feel

Floral tiling seems so fresh right now. This is something we haven’t seen used much for a long while in this daring way. By using florals in the tile, it’s bringing softness into something that’s typically cold and hard and that juxtaposition is memorable. 

Cottagecore is quintessentially feminine and floral motifs reinforce that femininity. And since cottagecore is an aspirational lifestyle and feeling, being surrounded by floral tile cements that idea into place. Pair the bold floral tile with a complementary stripe or texture via drapes, a shower curtain (ruffled of course), or towels to bring life and movement into the bathroom without overdoing the floral theme.

Ruffled Shower Curtain

Cottagecore living romanticizes a way of life, and ruffles are inherently romantic. They are traditionally seen as luxurious as they use more fabric and take more time and effort to create, and so something as simple as a ruffle indicates extra care and attention to detail–something that speaks to a maximalist’s heart. These ruffles are an easy way to bring drama and softness to an otherwise “hard” room. 

I love taking an idea and echoing it in another part of the room, and adding a ruffled or scalloped detail in the rest of your linens like hand towels or trim are a great place to do this. 

Wraparound Murals

Cottagecore and maximalism both lean on the idea that more is better from a motif standpoint. A wraparound mural completely transports you into a different scene that effectually returns you to nature and a simpler time. From a maximalist point of view, a mural is a bigger feast for the eyes and you’re moving from one area of the wall to another never landing in the same spot. For many of us, bathrooms are a momentary escape, so having a dreamy scene to enjoy while taking a hot bath or getting ready for the day makes sense.Wraparound murals bring the emphasis of self care and reflection to the forefront through this transformative quality which fits nicely in cottagecore living. 

When you’ve got a wraparound mural, you’re going to need artwork or mirrors that can stand out from the scene and hold their own. Go for substantial frames with an antique look to make a statement so they don’t get lost reflecting the mural from another part of the room or simply disappear into the scene.

Cluttercore gallery wall

There’s something so intriguing about a beautifully curated collection, and the cluttercore gallery wall is a beautiful example of this. It pulls from the rustic aesthetic so fundamental to cottagecore, and gives it a space and purpose beyond just clutter. As William Morris advised, it becomes both useful and beautiful.

This type of display helps turn your thoughts to a time where things were slower and more deliberate and everything had a functional purpose. We may not need these things for their original purpose, but they still provide a tangible link to the past and are so beautiful as decor items. Whether you’re gathering like items such as picture frames or shallow cupboards, or whether your collection is more varied, the key is in creating a meaningful thread that connects them all together.

Because cottagecore is about creating a sanctuary that feels connected to nature and rooted in traditional, old-world charm, these five cottagecore bathroom trends are sure to turn heads and keep your space feeling inviting, cozy, and unqiue.