15. Antique Ornate Mirrors with Floral Details
Mirrors are a magical design tool; they bounce light around a room, make small spaces feel larger, and act as beautiful pieces of art in their own right. For a cottagecore aesthetic, look for vintage or antique mirrors featuring ornate, detailed frames decorated with carved flowers, climbing vines, or delicate bows. A mirror with a distressed, peeling gold leaf finish or a chalky, weathered white paint adds instant history and romantic elegance.
Hang a large, arched ornate mirror above a fireplace mantel to serve as the room’s stunning centerpiece, or group a collection of smaller, vintage hand mirrors together on a bedroom wall for a whimsical, fairytale vanity feel. The glass will reflect the warm glow of your candles, the green leaves of your houseplants, and the soft patterns of your wallpaper, multiplying the beauty of your cottage home.