Cottagecore Bedroom Glow-Up With New Wardrobe Doors

While the term was initially coined in 2018, cottagecore became an era-defining style during 2020, as many of us were looking for a sense of escapism during the height of the pandemic. But cottagecore is more than just a fleeting trend, as its use of inviting colour palettes, cosy materials and its inherent connection to the natural world make it the perfect style for anyone looking to create a relaxing and peaceful bedroom retreat.

With the summer season now approaching, it's the perfect time to give your home's most restful space a makeover, and there's no better place to start than with your wardrobes. Whether you have a standalone piece of furniture or a built-in solution, replacement wardrobe doors can give this important piece of bedroom storage a whole new look and personality.

Happy Doors Tips for a Cottagecore Closet Glow-up

Prioritise Simple Yet Characterful Design Elements

The most successful cottagecore bedrooms merge whimsy and simplicity with character and tradition. Shaker style replacement wardrobe doors are often an ideal addition to a cottagecore bedroom, as they have an elegant profile that's enhanced by small, characterful design additions that add a subtle depth and extra layer of interest.

Our Bella Cambridge wardrobe doors are a beautiful example of a sophisticated shaker style that'll add an element of quiet luxury to your bedroom. Combining both traditional and modern features, this timeless style will be a welcome addition to any cottagecore bedroom.

If you want to lean deeper into the characterful element of this style, our Bella Newport doors could be your ideal match as they feature tongue and groove inspired details which offer an additional layer of charm and a rustic-meets-refined look.

Layer Gentle Neutral Hues

Neutral tones often feature in cottagecore spaces, as they're able to provide a soft and supportive base for flashes of colour and pattern. There are a plethora of different neutral shades to explore, the key is to take your inspiration from colours that can be found in nature, such as greens, blues, yellows, and browns.

When designing a cottagecore bedroom, don't be tempted to overload the space with an array of prints, patterns and colours. Your room should feel cosy, warm and restful, not overwhelming or cluttered. Aiming for mellow meadow rather than wild jungle will keep you on the right track!

Or Choose A Pretty Pastel Tone

From dusky pink to pistachio green, pastel hues can introduce a playful element of whimsy and charm into a bedroom without ever looking too overstimulating visually. These pretty, easy-on-the-eye tones align with cottagecore's rustic and soft essence, adding a touch of warmth and gentleness to any space.

Pro Tip: Pastel tones pair beautifully with both soft neutrals, including cream, ivory and antique white, as well as natural materials, including warm oak woods and rattan accessories.

Natural Wood Will Bring Warmth And Comfort

The connection with the outside world is a central part of cottagecore style and incorporating natural wood finishes into your space is a brilliant way to embrace nature in meaningful yet practical ways.

There are many wardrobe doors in our range that are available in a selection of natural wood finishes, including our complete Bella collection. Halifax natural oak is a beautiful finish that will bring warmth and depth to your design, but other options to consider include lissa oak, light vicenza oak, and canella oak.

Pro Tip: Our Valore wardrobe doors are also available in a beautiful selection of natural wood finishes, including light natural casella oak, natural Kendal oak, and natural chalet oak.

Choose A Soft-Touch Finish For Added Luxury

Mixing and matching different materials will contribute to the creation of a cosy and luxurious atmosphere that also offers a tactile edge. The simple silhouette of our Ora wardrobe doors makes them well-suited to a variety of different design styles and their gentle soft-touch finish is well-aligned with the tactile and quietly luxurious heart of cottagecore.

Each of the different finishes available in our Ora range are well-suited to a cottagecore inspired bedroom, including crisp white, gentle cashmere, and more contemporary hues, including agave green and aquamarine.

Make Space For Design Elements That Bring You Joy

There's plenty of room within cottagecore inspired spaces for a touch of eccentricity, so don't be afraid to include design elements that bring you joy. Whether that's a patterned wallpaper or vintage ornament, don't get too caught up in what 'should' be incorporated into a cottagecore bedroom and instead make space for the things that reflect your personality and make you happy. Great design is incredibly personal, and your bedroom doesn't need to be for everyone; it simply needs to be perfect for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cottagecore going out of style?

The cottagecore style has evolved significantly since 2020, developing into a more mature and enduring aesthetic and setting it apart from many other viral trends that have simply disappeared. While cottagecore will always offer a touch of whimsy, it's now also associated with a sense of sustainable authenticity and the prioritisation of high quality craftsmanship, both of which are things that many homeowners are looking to incorporate more of.

Are Happy Doors wardrobe doors crafted sustainably?

Many wardrobe doors in the Happy Doors collection have achieved FIRA Gold and FSC certification. This means that they're crafted from materials sourced from responsibly managed forests and meet strict criteria for quality throughout all stages of the supply chain.

Do I need special hinges to install my new Happy Doors wardrobe doors?

To achieve the highest quality finish, we recommend choosing high quality hinges with a soft close mechanism. As well as preventing doors from being accidentally slammed closed and potentially causing injury, soft-close hinges also add an extra element of luxury and will help to further elevate your bedroom design. Our Hettich soft-close hinges also offer three-way adjustment, making it easier than ever to achieve a streamlined finish.