What’s cottagecore? It’s the internet aesthetic that defines 2020; a nostalgic, escapist mood described by the New York Times as a “calming ethos for our febrile moment”. It’s prairie dresses and baking, cute tiny animals and sprawling wild gardens; a vibe that appears on carefully curated Instagram mood boards and TikTok.
“It is Beatrix Potter, The Secret Garden, Miss Honey from Matilda, the Shire,” writes Vox, in a piece that also explores cottagecore’s queer connections.
Sound like someone you know? These whimsical nature-inspired Christmas gift ideas are ideal for those who hunger for a slow, harmonious country life - but aren’t ready to give up their constantly connected city lifestyles.
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Alice Fennessy moon calendar, $25, from Crushes
Isadia seasonal flower bouquet, from $60
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Woven, handmade picnic basket, $350, from Frances Nation
Blossom Parade Gin - Limited Edition, $85, from Hastings Distillers
Sophie Conran trowel, $79, from Father Rabbit
Marle hat, $80
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Claybird Ceramics tumbler, $70
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Widdess dress, $339
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Fornasetti Flora Coromandel candle, $362, from Mecca
Sphaera laundry bar, $18
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Hydrangea Ranger handmade and one-off pressed flower suncatcher, $79
Bluebells Cakery boysenberry jam, $8.50
Astrid Wilson print, $119, from Ruby
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Pauariki Honey pine cone beeswax candle, $14, from Made Good
Cushion, $45, from Redcurrent
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Fresh Retro Love vintage-inspired wool rug, $299
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Dunoon herbal remedies mug, $59, from The Studio of Tableware
Pidät bird silo, $129, from Everyday Needs
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