Aesthetic study: Cottagegore

We all know the popular aesthetic cottagecore which is all about living in a beautiful fairytale cottage. While cottagecore focuses on the light side of nature and living in a cottage, the aesthetic cottagegore focuses on the dark side. Cottagegore is the polar opposite of cottagecore. This aesthetic originated from Pinterest and focuses on dark forests, carnivorous plants, and the supernatural. If you love cottagecore but want to take a darker twist to the style then this aesthetic may be for you.

Clothing

Cottagegore clothing is based mostly on vintage Edwardian fashion. When shopping for cottagegore fashion look for fabric like velvet and lace. The color palette for this aesthetic is black, dark green, grey, white, and brown. Here are some cottagegore finds to help you get started:

Brands to shop at for cottagegore:

Retro fairy

H&M

Unique vintage

Doen

Anthropologie

Simple retro

Olive clothing

Zara

Forever 21

Faithful the brand

Amazon

Depop

Women's clothing

https://www2.hm.com/en_us/productpage.0832475001.html?ef_id=EAIaIQobChMIxNek1YCX7gIVyxitBh2VuQSEEAQYBCABEgLtLvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!860!3!336537064744!!!g!665512667933!&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxNek1YCX7gIVyxitBh2VuQSEEAQYBCABEgLtLvD_BwE

https://www.unique-vintage.com/products/unique-vintage-1920s-emerald-velvet-floral-burnout-hemingway-flapper-dress

Plus size version:

https://www.unique-vintage.com/products/unique-vintage-plus-size-1920s-emerald-velvet-floral-burnout-hemingway-flapper-dress

Size: Small

https://www.depop.com/products/lainymae-black-straight-neck-puff-sleeve/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.simpleretro.com/collections/knitwear/products/karla-knitwear-22159-black

https://www.forever21.com/us/2000410973012.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&utm_source=u&%243p=a_google_adwords&%24always_deeplink=false&lpurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2Fus%2F2000410973012.html%3Fgclsrc%3Daw.ds%26&~ad_set_id=110143059781&~campaign_id=11647983085&~channel=u&~keyword=&~placement=&%24fallback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2Fus%2F2000410973012.html%3Fgclsrc%3Daw.ds%26&~campaign=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIr42l7IKX7gIVeQytBh2vLweNEAQYCyABEgIQ6vD_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIr42l7IKX7gIVeQytBh2vLweNEAQYCyABEgIQ6vD_BwE&_branch_match_id=877606027434774076

Size: 16

https://www.depop.com/products/nunez987-missguided-plus-size-black-balloon/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.floryday.net/en/Casual-Floral-Square-Neckline-Midi-X-line-Dress-m4042693?currency=USD&currency=USD&country_code=US&country_code=US&utm_term=5587588&color=khaki&size=m&not_pop=1&atm_source=google&atm_medium=cpc&atm_term=&atm_content=345252895614&atm_campaign=1825015134.72358636794&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIr9qzrYGX7gIVCh6tBh33RA5aEAQYDSABEgL03fD_BwE

Size: Small

https://www.depop.com/products/shopmallrat-tiered-black-midi-skirt/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Vintage-Collar-Button-Sleeve/dp/B075D22JSQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=edwardian+dress&qid=1610476448&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVkoxVzJDRkpLT0xZJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzQ1MTc0UzdLOEZENzlHVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjA3NjQyMVRNUkNUWEJNWVRVSSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

https://m.shein.com/us/Plus-Mock-neck-Shirred-Detail-Lace-Top-Without-Bra-p-988985-cat-1891.html?url_from=adplaswblouse071912274123XL&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyqHu0IKX7gIVLh-tBh3CCARTEAQYASABEgJVU_D_BwE&ref=us&rep=dir&ret=mus

Size: X-small

https://www.depop.com/products/bullygoth-emo-fairy-girl-skirt-100/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.retro-fairy.com/products/retro-ethreal-lace-up-embroidery-princess-dress-1?variant=32387003809847&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIy7jV44SX7gIVcQnnCh3Mtw31EAQYASABEgJzW_D_BwE

https://faithfullthebrand.com/collections/tops/products/robina-top-plain-almond

https://m.shein.com/us/Square-Neck-Gigot-Sleeve-Frill-Detail-Dress-p-1125587-cat-1727.html?url_from=adplaswdress07200416109L_ssc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl5Cm2IGX7gIVbgytBh1BugCjEAQYAyABEgJ8SPD_BwE&ref=us&rep=dir&ret=mus

https://www.simpleretro.com/collections/knitwear/products/anna-cardigan-olive-green-916

Size: X- large

https://www.depop.com/products/siidneydouglas-vintage-90s-grey-lace/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.forever21.com/us/2000398261034.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&utm_source=u&%243p=a_google_adwords&%24always_deeplink=false&lpurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2Fus%2F2000398261034.html%3Fgclsrc%3Daw.ds%26&~ad_set_id=110138828061&~campaign_id=11647952383&~channel=u&~keyword=&~placement=&%24fallback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2Fus%2F2000398261034.html%3Fgclsrc%3Daw.ds%26&~campaign=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9s7M64GX7gIVHgytBh3I9wqoEAQYByABEgK6j_D_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9s7M64GX7gIVHgytBh3I9wqoEAQYByABEgK6j_D_BwE&_branch_match_id=877606027434774076

Size: Medium

https://www.depop.com/products/basiliaa-green-cotton-cardigan-would-look/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.pyramidcollection.com/itemdy00.aspx?T1=PF7101+BK+3X&srccode=NXCPC6&utm_source=google&utm_medium=comparison&utm_campaign=datafeed&source=pla&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_839ooKX7gIVmz6tBh1v5QoAEAQYBCABEgLqlvD_BwE

Size: XL

https://www.depop.com/products/bvgs-vintage-requirements-pleated-long-floral/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://m.shein.com/us/product-p-1245370-cat-1891.html?scici=productDetail~~RecommendList~~RS_emarsys,RJ_NoFaultTolerant~~Similar%20Items~~SMOutDetailSimilar~~0~~0

Size: X-small

https://www.depop.com/products/headinthecloudsvintage-vintage-ruffle-collar-black/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.amazon.com/SheIn-Womens-Casual-Pleated-Pockets/dp/B07NPJS7V7/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Black+Midi+Skirt&qid=1610498774&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzT1pSU01DQTNYTjBNJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjkzODc3MThNTlk1VkJTTlBJNyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMzMyMjU5MUFOSFZKVUVOV1JDOCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

Men's clothing

https://www.amazon.com/Cykxtees-Victorian-Steampunk-Historical-Renaissance/dp/B085J3MB3D/ref=asc_df_B085J38SSC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=471513333062&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10514514875526546918&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031857&hvtargid=pla-974724513033&psc=1&th=1

https://www.zara.com/us/en/mandarin-collar-oxford-shirt-p07545412.html?v1=78531756&v2=1720296

https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=579918122&vid=1&tid=onpl000029&kwid=1&ap=7&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoPyv8q-Z7gIVHOy1Ch1ZmA7BEAQYBCABEgKAePD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content

Size: Small

https://www.depop.com/products/lindleywitch-vintage-1980s-moss-green-cropped/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.amazon.com/Goodthreads-Slim-Fit-5-Pocket-Chino-Olive/dp/B077RV5W4N/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=mens+green+pants&qid=1610564630&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyN1NGUkNPSkwxT1ZJJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzI4NzY3MlNNSkhQOVhCRkpVTyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODEyODI2MzlWODQ5UlJFOVBOWiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

https://m.shein.com/us/Plus-V-Neck-Solid-Sweater-Vest-p-1577050-cat-2239.html?url_from=adplaswtop042009033201XL&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1o7q3K-Z7gIVyrzACh0hawphEAQYASABEgI6PvD_BwE&ref=us&rep=dir&ret=mus

https://www.asos.com/us/asos-design/asos-design-shower-resistant-double-breasted-trench-in-khaki/prd/11219807?affid=26119&_cclid=Google_EAIaIQobChMI37WH_c-Z7gIVDYrICh3vVghmEAQYByABEgKFTfD_BwE&channelref=product+search&mk=abc&ppcadref=12030950141%7C114515119885%7Caud-909318969098:pla-294682000766&cpn=12030950141&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI37WH_c-Z7gIVDYrICh3vVghmEAQYByABEgKFTfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Size: 30"

https://www.depop.com/products/byronbyron-billy-reid-mens-brown-taupe/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.amazon.com/Bbalizko-Ruffled-Steampunk-Victorian-Cosplay/dp/B07GFDHRF8/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=edwardian+mens+clothing&qid=1610565445&sprefix=edwardian+men&sr=8-6

https://www.depop.com/products/kobysobre-vintage-brown-100-silk-barry/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www2.hm.com/en_us/productpage.0810710004.html?ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI7q_6-9-Z7gIVq1PVCh11PQmrEAQYAiABEgLU9PD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!860!3!340418864529!!!g!667155567580!&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7q_6-9-Z7gIVq1PVCh11PQmrEAQYAiABEgLU9PD_BwE

Size: Small

https://www.depop.com/products/lukemercier-vintage-black-sweater-size-not/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.zara.com/us/en/contrast-collar-polo-shirt-p04087403.html?v1=80387036&v2=1720359

https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Essentials-Standard-Slim-Fit-5-Pocket/dp/B07P3J7SFJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=black+pants+men&qid=1610576605&sprefix=black+pants+men&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyOVoySVkyT09STzVWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDg0MzUyMzJHMFczUDNWWklaWSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTU1NjIxVjNZUkNVOFlSTVhBJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Accessories

Cottagegore accessories are just like cottagecore except with a dark twist. When shopping for cottagegore accessories look for black boots, satin or lace gloves, and lace parasols. Here are some finds to help you achieve the cottagegore look:

https://www.amazon.com/lace-parasols-Black-Battenburg-Lace-Parasol/dp/B001DSGDH2

https://gothmall.com/products/romance-of-the-black-rose-necklace?variant=31728938713173&utm_campaign=gs-2019-03-29&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIz8335_2Z7gIVgobACh2CtgRjEAQYBSABEgKWmfD_BwE

Size: 6.5

https://www.depop.com/products/ghostjam-vegan-leather-with-cute-cap/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.etsy.com/listing/904660659/mushroom-terrarium-bottle-necklace?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_d-jewelry-necklaces-pendants&utm_custom1=_k_EAIaIQobChMIu9vw3PuZ7gIVpvLACh33pwZNEAQYCSABEgL4I_D_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_1731456435_70401879040_337597424056_pla-338380856601_m__904660659_165679156&utm_custom2=1731456435&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIu9vw3PuZ7gIVpvLACh33pwZNEAQYCSABEgL4I_D_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/Simplicity-Bridal-Gloves-Special-Occasion/dp/B00VJ52J0Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=lace+gloves&qid=1610577518&sr=8-8

https://m.shein.com/us/Wide-Brim-Straw-Hat-p-1142352-cat-1772.html?url_from=adplaswhatglov18200422826one-size_ssc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwsHxzv2Z7gIVCtbACh3ZUgo4EAQYAiABEgKACPD_BwE&ref=us&rep=dir&ret=mus

https://www.depop.com/products/nikkiryu-handmade-black-rose-ring-silver/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.dsw.com/en/us/product/franco-sarto-gardenia-boot/497876?activeColor=002&cm_mmc=CSE-_-GPS-_-G_Shopping_Boots%20%26%20Booties-_-New_Boots%20%26%20Booties&cadevice=m&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqJWcov-Z7gIVQdbACh3VfQ7uEAQYBSABEgLyefD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Bedroom decor

If you ever wondered what a spooky cottage in the middle of the woods would be decorated like then you have to check out cottagegore bedrooms. They are all about dark forest decor. When shopping for cottagegore bedroom decor look for dark colored bedding, decorative pots for plants, and Edwardian candles. Make sure you have some Venus flytraps in your room as well. Here are some bedroom finds to get you started:

https://www.amazon.com/Nestl-Bedding-Duvet-Cover-Piece/dp/B01BCP6ZZ0/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=black+bedding&qid=1610582327&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/MOSQUITO-Comtelek-Mosquito-profession-Curtains/dp/B071782MRL/ref=mp_s_a_1_22?dchild=1&keywords=goth+bedroom+decor&qid=1610582767&sprefix=goth+bedroom&sr=8-22

https://www.amazon.com/Stonebriar-Decoration-Birthday-Centerpiece-Relaxing/dp/B00MJ4TQZU/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?dchild=1&keywords=victorian%2Bbedroom%2Bdecor&qid=1610582169&sprefix=victorian%2Bbed&sr=8-16&th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/HOUSEHOLD-Comfortable-Extremely-Durable-Pillowcase/dp/B07BF8N8JM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=dark+green+bedding&qid=1610581711&sprefix=dark+green+be&sr=8-4

https://www.etsy.com/listing/827830115/cast-iron-victorian-hook-vintage-look?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=victorian+decor&ref=sr_gallery-1-7&organic_search_click=1

https://www.amazon.com/Venus-mericlone-Maintenance-Growth-Guarantee/dp/B00YO1MTI2/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=venus+flytrap&qid=1610583412&sr=8-6

https://www.etsy.com/listing/724728847/cauldron-succulent-planter-witchy-home?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_ts1-e-home_and_living-outdoor_and_garden-planters_and_pots-indoor_planters&utm_custom1=_k_EAIaIQobChMIx4qhxZKa7gIVDfDACh0CHQOBEAQYCiABEgJNJfD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_920092464_42735502941_218710679917_pla-371220264397_m__724728847_134975259&utm_custom2=920092464&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx4qhxZKa7gIVDfDACh0CHQOBEAQYCiABEgJNJfD_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/Wooden-Black-Crescent-Moon-Shelf/dp/B08F3HG9SS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=witch+decor&qid=1610584014&sprefix=witch+&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/LED-Lytes-Timer-Candles-Flickering/dp/B01M2CCEBK/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=witch+decor&qid=1610583952&sprefix=witch+&sr=8-3

https://www.amazon.com/Urban-Born-Handmade-Terrarium-Birdcage/dp/B079MWGQ4T/ref=asc_df_B079MWGQ4T/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459534575701&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13833884452046979428&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031857&hvtargid=pla-947148475181&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Grip-Original-Faux-Chinchilla-Washable/dp/B07XTSM8B3/ref=mp_s_a_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=dark+green+rugs+for+bedroom&qid=1610586862&sprefix=dark+green+rug&sr=8-18

https://www.etsy.com/listing/863071605/labradorite-fairy-lanterns-witch-lantern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=witch+decor&ref=sr_gallery-1-18&organic_search_click=1&cns=1

Check out more Cottagegore inspo on our Pinterest:

https://pin.it/6JkKnh3