Cottagecore to goblincore, a fashion trend that is a hit on social networks

After cottagecore and goblincore, say hello to cabincore, the latest trend is expected to take over our wardrobes this season. But what is the true meaning of these words, or rather this aesthetic?

While they continue to emerge rapidly on the internet, these concepts remain incomprehensible to many – boomers in particular.

However, they were a huge problem, to the point of garnering millions of views on social networks, and influencing various actors in the fashion industry.

Let’s take a closer look at some of these aesthetics to help you understand them – and maybe even adopt them.

Gone are the days of bohemian looks, rock ‘n’ roll vibes, country inspiration or glam-chic styles, today’s trends and aesthetics all come in “-core” form.

It’s a new phenomenon that we owe – again – to Gen Z and social networks, with the proliferation of niche aesthetics and accompanying hashtags that often refer to subcultures found in other creative fields, such as decoration or music.

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The problem is that it’s hard to understand all of these “core” aesthetics, to the point of not knowing which trends to follow, or at least which to identify.

This handy recap will help you navigate this bold new world of fashion.

Countryside, nature, romance, rustic spirit — these are some of the words that perhaps best define the cottagecore aesthetic that emerged during the second lockdown, especially among mothers.

Undoubtedly the closest to bohemian style, with its quest for authenticity and a return to nature, to essence, which is so much talked about during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Concretely, this translates into traditional materials and crafts, such as lace dresses, floral or embroidered patterns, transparencies and sheer, and bright but not bright colors.

Cottagecore is undoubtedly one of the most popular trends on social media with no less than 7 billion views for the related hashtag on TikTok.

Another trend that has emerged during the pandemic – towards the end to be more precise – is Regencycore. As the name suggests, this is nothing but a Regency-inspired fashion style popularized by the Netflix series Bridgerton.

As a result, both men and women are now embracing clothing from another time, which was long considered obsolete, or even clothing that was thought to restrict women has been renewed.

The look is characterized by corsets – tight-fitting clothing worn by women – royal gowns, beaded and feathered headbands, and long gloves, as highlighted in a Stylight report in January.

Regencycore’s aesthetic has yet to prove a lasting trend, with “only” 13.5 million views on TikTok.

Fantastic fashion

Undoubtedly the most “out there” trend that has emerged in the last few months, but that has not stopped it from attracting a large following worldwide on social media, is goblincore.

Nature is at the core of this aesthetic, but far from cottagecore. Here, it’s all about the forest, with a special emphasis on the real and fantastic creatures that can be found there.

It’s a kind of mystical jungle world, in short.

This is a wardrobe consisting of many patterns of snails, mushrooms, frogs, earthworms, animal skulls, and even elves. The pieces are often cut loose, and come in forest-inspired colors (brown, moss green, beige).

Goblincore is definitely proving popular, branching out into the world of decoration and beauty, and with no less than 615 million views on TikTok.

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As the latest fashion trend to emerge, the cabincore aesthetic is already getting a lot of press as we enter the current season. As temperatures drop across much of the world, men and women alike are choosing clothes that fit and are comfortable to bundle.

Indeed, the lockdown may (hopefully) be just a memory, but the need for comfort and fashion comfort seems to remain.

This translates to bold sweaters, quilting, wool-like materials, and neutral colors.

The cabincore trend is new, but it’s already proven to be a hit on social networks. On TikTok, the hashtag has been viewed 26 million times. – AFP Relaxnews