Spring is here, and picnics are a popular trend on Instagram feeds this time of the year. If youāre curious about cottagecore, itās an aesthetic that has evolved into a lifestyle centered around connecting with nature and embracing the simple values of a countryside girl.
Picnics outdoors are the perfect way to embody the cottagecore mood, allowing you to contemplate nature, daydream, and savor the present moment.
If youāre not a farmer but still crave the nostalgic and romantic moments outdoors, savoring the scent of roses, sipping rosĆ©, and indulging in a good book while enjoying fresh strawberries and a warm baguette, you can still experience that.
One of our primary objectives at The Mood Guide is to make aesthetic lifestyles more accessible. I consistently emphasize that this isnāt about status or trends, but rather finding a visual guide to feel what you want to feel, when you want to feel.
Therefore, in this post, I’ll break down everything you need to create your own whimsical romantic cottagecore picnic, even if you reside in the city.
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I created The Mood Guide because I firmly believe that aesthetically pleasing photos hold profound symbolism of what truly brings us joy.
Certain images resonate deeply with our souls, and if you find yourself drawn to the romantic, vintage, and carefree essence of the cottagecore aesthetic, this post is just for you.
If youāre in the mood for a romantic meal amidst nature, reliving a vintage moment, youāll find it here!
Cottagecore Picnic Ideas & Essentials:
A cottagecore picnic is for those who cherish dreams and long for a taste of classic, vintage, and romantic book scenes. Itās for the girl who yearns to live in such a world for at least a moment.
Below, Iāve compiled a list of the essential elements of a cottagecore picnic, so you can truly and authentically experience those feelings and moods beyond the confines of the Instagram screen.
1. Create your Own Secret Garden
The first step in setting up a picnic is to find a suitable location. You can choose a yard, park, farm, forest, or garden of any kind. It could be a green square near your home or the dream field with domesticated animals. Any open field that allows you to daydream in nature, feel the sunlight filtering through the trees, smell the flowers, and experience a slow-living nostalgic mood is perfect for a picnic.
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2. Cottagecore picnic baskets:
Basket sets are an essential part of a cottagecore picnic. These picnics have gained immense popularity, and some baskets even come with plates and mugs securely attached.
Tip from the ā„: For more stunning picnic basket options, visit the picnic page on the Anthropologie website.
ROUND BASKETS WITH LID š§ŗ FOR A ROMANTIC LOOK AND FEEL
Shop the Mood: Round & Heart Baskets for Cottagecore Picnic
SQUARE AND RETANGULAR BASKETS š§ŗ FOR A VINTAGE FRENCH LOOK AND FEEL
Shop the Mood: Rectangular Baskets for Cottagecore Picnic
FLORAL PICNIC BASKET š§ŗ FOR AN ULTIMATE COTTAGECORE LOOK AND FEEL
Shop the Mood: Floral Baskets for Cottagecore Picnic
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COTTAGECORE FLOWERS š· FOR BASKET DECORATION
Don’t forget the flower power! Decorate your basket with beautiful season flowers which you can pick yourself or just order some beautiful blooms.
Shop the Mood: Cottagecore Bright Bouquets
3. Picnic Blanket or Towel:
The most obvious item on this list: a picnic blanket or table towel to serve the food and sit on it. Floral or gingham patterns evoke both the cottagecore and the classic picnic mood. Red and soft colors like baby pink will create that romantic feeling for your picnic setting.
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1 – Outdoor Picnic Tote Blanket
2 – Gingham Picnic Towel
3 – Roll Up Printed Picnic Blankets
Cute Picnic Blankets to set a Vintage picnic vibe
4. Food and Drink Ideas for a cottagecore picnic:
Foods that can be easily picked with your hands like fresh berries, bread, and cheese is all you need. Fresh fruits bought on a local market and homebaked rustic recipes such as pies and muffins are perfect to bring your tea party outdoors. This mouthwatering no-fuss rustic lemon tart recipe is a great one to try!
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If you don’t understand anything about cheese but want to make a legit french picnic, the French Picnic page at Di Bruno Brothers website will solve your problems. The most delicious and attractive to our senses are options of cheese, ham, mustard, and much more.
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Normandie Brie
Raspberry Chia Smash Jam
Italian Cheese Collection
Mix and Match Bakery Gift
To drink, a RosƩ is a perfect choice to complement a Cottagecore food Menu. For this post, we featured Avaline, amazing clean wine created by Cameron Diaz. If alcohol is not your thing, afternoon tea is just perfect.
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Avaline RosƩ from Provence
Parisian French Loose Tea
Miranda Kerr Royal Albert
Vintage Copper Tea Kettles
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Cute Dinnerware
Melamine dinnerware is versatile and safe! Definitely the best option to bring on a picnic. The Juliska vintage collection below is just the perfect match for a dreamy cottagecore picnic set.
Juliska Melamine Dinnerware Collection
Cordelia Food Storage Container
Juliska Sectioned Server
Butterfly Meadow Printed Knives Set
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Romantic books and notebooks:
Taking some time with a book and traveling to distant imaginary worlds or reading poetry will make this moment even more meaningful and magical. Another lovely option is to bring a journal or notebook with you to handwrite your own poems, dreams, and thoughts.
Floral Print Notebooks
Wild Poesies Notebook
Foxworth Hall Notebook
Anne of Green Grables
ĀØāIt’s delightful when your imaginations come true, isn’t it?ā
ā L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
Other ideas for a cottagecore picnic:
Keep that rosƩ cold with this beautiful and stylish vintage cooler.
A cute portable table is handy if you want extra comfort and style.
Although we love nature, insects can be quite annoying and we don’t want to accidentally eat an ant.
Vintage Coolers
Outdoor Net Food Cover
Folding Picnic Basket & Table
Wine Cooler Backpack
and then, I have nature and art and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough?
Vincent Van Gogh
