How to Get the Forestcore Look in Your Home

Calling all cottagecore lovers! Your newest design obsession is here: forestcore. Similarly nature-inspired and rustic, this new design trend is the cottage aesthetic's moody, older sibling. Think dark walls, enchanting textures, soft lighting and plenty of plants. Tap through to learn what design experts are saying about this trendy style and how to incorporate it into your home.

At it's heart, forestcore is all about embracing nature — inside and out. "I live in a log cabin, so this aesthetic is naturally part of my life," says Jessica Dodell-Feder, executive editor of HGTV Magazine. "I love light, bright and airy as much as the next person, but forestcore, to me, is a nice break from that. At the cabin I have lots of wood, leather, dark greens and blues — it feels so incredibly cozy and mimics what we see outside."

Deep, outdoorsy shades of green (dare we say, forest green) take center stage in forestcore rooms. "I'm all about rich leafy green hues paired with grainy wood tones," says Kate Doherty, market director at HGTV Magazine. In this living room, paneled green walls, a tobacco stick chandelier and candle sconces establish the rustic, woodsy vibe.

Along with deep greens, shades of midnight blue, brown and black are also indicative of this trend. "I've interviewed a lot of color experts lately, and they have all mentioned how we are yearning to feel grounded and more at peace," says Jessica. "The forestcore palette is a clear indication of that."

"It’s an easy look to recreate, and it doesn’t require costly renos or replacing all your furniture," Kate says of adding woodland vibes. "You can simply swap in new green pillows or a wood side table to up your forest flair."

Forego traditional blooms for a branchy centerpiece for a fast and forestcore-approved update. A bundle of foraged twigs or leafy boughs are easy to arrange and look off-the-charts chic. The result is a space that feels effortless — and a little wild.

This cozy kitchen has the trifecta of forest-inspired textures: stone veneer walls, hickory wood cabinets and a vase of leafy branches.

Turn any room into a forest with tree-lined wallpaper. A fuzzy throw and plenty of pillows make this spot even cozier.

"Forestcore takes a cozy aesthetic and adds wonder and mystery," says Jami Supsic, home and style director at HGTV Magazine. Pile on the greenery and taper candles to create a moody and magical mantel moment.

Shades of brown and green give this kitchen a woodland-chic vibe that reflects the lush landscape outside. Adding another layer of forestcore style: dark metal hardware and counter stools that have rustic appeal.

In a cottage-inspired home, the space under these benches might be filled with a collection of baskets. To embrace the new forestcore trend, try swapping out some homey details for woodsy elements. This firewood storage idea is practical and so pretty.

"Wood, stone and linen create a natural cozy feeling when paired together," says Jami. This dazzling dining room has all three — plus dark walls and a statement light to enhance the enchanting vibes.

If you don't have wooded landscapes outside your windows, you can create the same effect with textiles and art. A framed forest print or botanical window treatments (like these) can give your space the same cabin-in-the-woods feel — without having to be in the woods. "I love the outdoors, but to be honest, I’m a total homebody," says Kate. "This idea ticks all the boxes for indoorsy me."

Tree-pattern wallpaper and a wood vanity make this bathroom feel forest-y, but metallic details in the paper, bronze lanterns and an embellished, antique-style mirror add the whimsical feel that sets the forestcore aesthetic apart from typical cabin style.

The mark of a rustic, forest-inspired space: exposed wood beams. In this main bedroom the exposed beams (and wood plank ceiling) bring in natural elements and warmth to the mostly-white space.

If you're not ready to dive into the forestcore trend, dip your toe in with new window treatments. This otherwise timeless dining room design has a hint of magical forest vibes thanks to the dark, leafy curtains.

Lean into all the enchantment of forestcore style with a nighttime theme in a child's room. The star (and moon) of this space: the whimsical birch forest wallpaper.

Unleash the charms of dark floral wallpaper. Sprawling flowers on the walls makes stepping inside this powder room feel like wandering into a secret garden at night.