9. Dried Flower Wreaths and Hanging Bouquets
Bringing the outdoors in is a fundamental rule of cottagecore design, and dried florals are the ultimate medium for achieving this. A large, asymmetrical wreath woven from dried grapevine, eucalyptus, baby’s breath, strawflowers, and lavender brings a rustic, sculptural beauty to your walls. Alternatively, hanging small, upside-down bundles of dried roses, hydrangeas, and herbs tied with frayed silk or velvet ribbons creates a charming, apothecary-like atmosphere.
These natural installations look best when placed against neutral backdrops, such as whitewashed shiplap, plaster walls, or subtle floral wallpaper. Over time, the colors of the dried flowers will gently fade into soft, dusty, antique tones, only adding to their vintage appeal. As a bonus, they fill the room with a subtle, nostalgic scent of dried summer fields.