Meet lovecore, the perfectly feminine aesthetic that embraces pinks, reds, and all things lovely! It embodies the commercialization of love, the way we ‘picture’ love in the media. Think of hearts, flowers, romantic dates, and pampering. If Valentine’s Day’s abundance of visual delight in the form of brilliant reds and pinks is eye candy to you, you may be in love with lovecore decor! Those of us who gravitate toward this aesthetic can easily indulge our love of pink and red charm in our living space. Let lovecore spread from your living room to your wardrobe with this list of over 30 lovecore decor and fashion finds.
Far from the empty superficiality of commercialism alone, lovecore promotes a genuine and innocent love, full of sweetness and tenderness. There are several subgenres that tease out unique stylistic nuances, but here we will focus on how to embrace the fun and playfulness of lovecore in adulthood. This has less to do with actual age and more to do with living in a matured or professional life stage in which we confidently express our personal style.
Think Pink and Red
Though lovecore isn’t limited to pink and red alone, these are the predominant colours (and colour combo) of this style. Bright jungle red and lipstick pink are a perfect pop of fun. But if you aren’t as enthusiastic about that level of boldness, you can find many lovely in-between shades of pink and red that sync very nicely. And the shades vary drastically. You may see a fun neon red and magenta (think 80s), or maroon and baby pink (think elegant tea room). A dusty rose pink pairs well with burgundy for an even subtler look. There are plenty of nuances you can apply when choosing a pink and red home decor theme.
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Throw Pillows and Covers
I truly believe you can never have too many pillows. They are one of the easiest ways to add colour and dimension to a space, and they’re perfectly comfortable for lounging on a floor, couch, chair or bed. Here we have some of the loveliest finds!
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This perfectly huggable and irresistibly soft fleece heart pillow with three hearts in the middle is approximately 15″ x 17″.
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These seductive velvet lips pillows are roughly 12.5″ x 6.5″ and ship from the UK. Choose from red, light pink, fuchsia, purple, burgundy, or other colours for the perfect colour pop to complement your space!
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Display this double-sided velvet lips pillow from the UK with its red side up when you’re feeling bold and bodacious. Then, when you’re feeling moody or demure, switch it around to display the fuchsia side.
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What could more perfectly represent lovecore decor than another fleece heart pillow with three hearts in the middle? This cosy pillow is approximately 16″ x 17″.
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What is your preference: red or pink? Pick your potion with this white square pillow with a red or pink heart. It comes in either a 16″ or 18″ size, and you can buy just the cover alone or with the pillow insert included.
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For a captivating statement piece, draw attention with this beautiful 18″ x 18″ pillow with abstract feminine faces in pinks, reds, and other colours. Not only are the overlapping curved colour blocks skillfully integrated in this design, but the black stitched eyelashes pop out from the colourful faces in a truly delightful contrast.
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This simple and pleasing 12″ round pink velvet cushion is a pleasant and comfortable throw pillow for any room.
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This fun bright pink and neon red colour block pillow cover (only available as cover alone, without the cushion) would give any space a brilliant, happy colour pop! It fits an 18-inch square throw pillow insert.
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Alternatively, cover your bed pillow in this luxurious raspberry satin pillowcase. Not only does satin look rich, sleek and seductive, but it’s kinder to your skin than cotton.
Rugs: Lovecore Decor for Happy Feet
Rugs are ideal when you don’t have carpet. But they look good over carpeted areas as well, such as under a dining room table or in front of a couch or bed. Whatever your flooring situation, rugs make great decor since they can cover such a large amount of space. Even smaller rugs like those you’d place in front of a sink tie a room together with any given colour. And lovecore decor has plenty of rugs to employ for that purpose!
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Include your lovecore decor in the bathroom with this cheerfully basic pink hearts shower mat.
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This bright pink and white striped area rug comes in multiple sizes and adds a fun and playful look with its slightly uneven stripe edges and pink hue variations.
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Also available from the same vendor is this stunning pink, burgundy and tan coloured area rug with a flowing outline of a woman’s back. It comes in the same size variations and other options.
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This flowing/wavy colour block area rug in peach, peony and ballet pink is another piece from the above vendor (same options apply). Its simpler and subtler look is subdued enough for a calm and sophisticated design aesthetic but interesting enough to add a touch of creative flow.
Tapestries and More
Lovecore decor is easy to pull off with basically any Valentine’s Day decorations. But lovecore is a style we also embrace all the time. As with many of the pillows and rugs above, these pieces are household items you won’t find in a store’s holiday aisle but which joyfully evoke the lovecore spirit just as well.
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These round pink felt ball rugs from Nepal come in various sizes ranging from trivet-sized to over 8′ (prices vary accordingly – shipping is free and already incorporated into the price). They are incredibly soft – suitable for a baby – and made with an intricate process which the seller describes in detail.
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How many ways can you use a hot pink lace shawl? If you aren’t wearing it with a fabulous outfit, you hang it from the wall as a dainty tapestry. You can pin its four corners to the ceiling and let it gently hang in a dreamy tent-like manor. You can drape it from the top of a doorway to give colour and texture to a walkway. Whatever you do with this easy lovecore decor, you can’t go wrong!
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Want to invoke a quintessential Audrey Hepburn look? Fans of Breakfast at Tiffany’s can don Holly Golightly’s eyelashes sleep mask, sold from Moldova, in its traditional robin’s egg blue. While the lovecore colour palate is dominated by pinks and reds, it can include other colours as well when paired with an irresistibly classic, feminine look. This is one eye mask that, while you’re not wearing it, is pretty enough to display anywhere in the bedroom for a fun, feminine vibe.
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Something I think we all need to try more is hanging tapestries. Tapestries are just like any other wall art, except in fabric form. Floral decor is a timeless classic we’ll be seeing more of as grandmillennial style continues to blossom in popularity. This floral tapestry with pink and cream roses is a classically feminine wall covering. It’s a beautiful and romantic way to embrace lovecore decor to adorn the wall behind your bed, couch, or anywhere.
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How can any lovecore-lover turn away from a dreamy rose blanket? This blossom pink faux fur throw is soft and cuddly and can be displayed either plush white side up or pink rosebud-embossed side up. Drape it over the sofa or snuggle up with it in bed; it’s both beautiful and cosy!
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Walls: For a major colour dousing beyond tapestries alone, cover the walls in pink peel and stick wallpaper (or red!). Peel and stick wallpaper is ideal because it is temporary and takes less effort than painting (though it still takes patience and precise effort to apply it correctly). Alternatively, you can easily hang larger pieces like the floral tapestry shown above. The larger the wall art or tapestry, the more it will dominate your visual attention. Of course, dressing windows in light, lacey curtains will also add a light and feminine touch.
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Floors and Ceilings: For your floor space, cover it with beautiful area rugs like those listed above. As with wall hangings, the larger the rug, the more of a visual impact it will have on your overall space. From the ceiling, pin the four corners of delicate lacy fabrics to create a dreamy tent-like atmosphere and add dimension to the space. You could also hang small, light decor items such as paper lanterns or hearts for a more immersed experience.
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Once you’ve covered your bases with the larger spaces, add those pillows, some pink lamps and other lovecore decor items as you see fit and watch your space blossom into a captivating paradise.
Lovecore Fashion for the Grown Goddess
If you love the look of lovecore but your age doesn’t quite lend itself to some of its more girly looks (such as wearing large bows in your hair), check out this fun list of fashion items that more readily translate for a young professional or middle-aged woman’s wardrobe. I say this loosely because everyone’s taste varies, but eye candy fashion can still lend itself to inspiration! Check out which ones you may love.
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For a more casual vibe, this two-toned pink and red tank dress is a fun way to don pink on one side of your body and red on the other. The simple, clean edge between the two colours is refreshingly minimalist. It’s edgy enough to pack a fun punch at a social occasion, yet basic enough to wear anywhere you want!
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This pink and red ‘heartburst’ sweater is a loud and playful statement top you could wear while hanging out with friends, at a house or café, or at a party.
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This oversized, distressed pink sweater with rich red hearts also comes in multiple other colours, all of which look super cute (light pink and gray, red and white, etc.). It’s great if you lean more toward a rustic chic, ‘girl next door’ look.
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While not exactly a functional scarf to keep your neck warm, this one of a kind pink and red crocheted heart scarf is super cute and hangs from your neck like a playful and creative necklace. You could even wrap it around your waist as a belt. If you like this style, the Turkey-based seller crochets dozens of beautiful scarf necklaces in all kinds of floral patterns and every colour you can imagine.
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For staying safe and healthy, a black and white heart face mask is a classy and playful way to show the covered half of your face. In the name of health and fashion, add some style to your masking!
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Earrings: There is a vast selection of fantastic lovecore earrings people are creating. For an edgy art deco-inspired look, these earrings with a red and pink circle, gold triangle and purple tassel are fabulously unique.
Flashback: remember an old Nickelodeon show circa 1990 called Eureeka’s Castle? There were two characters called Bog and Quagmire: one a bright orangey red and the other a bright pink.
I always liked their colour duo, and I blame that early inspiration for my love of pink/purple with red/orange. And those characters are exactly who these pink beaded red feather earrings remind me of. They are purely fun, playful ear candy ready to stand out in any crowd!
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These quieter baby pink heart earrings with white pearls are sweetly feminine and would pair nicely with whites or florals. They hang close to the earlobe for a soft, subdued look.
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These rich red heart and gold sunburst earrings, in contrast, give a more bold and brilliant depth, but are still not especially loud.
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For Barbie fans, display your enthusiasm with these delightfully fun sparkly pink Barbie earrings!
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Or choose smaller pair with these equally cute bright pink Barbie ‘B’ earrings. And finally, if none of the above ear candy is quite your style, check out more lovecore earrings to see the newest!
While some items here are deliciously girly, I hope that plenty appeal even to the most sophisticated taste. Because we should never feel too ‘old’ to wear looks that bring us pure delight. We need simply to find ways to express our love for romance and feminine frills that best suit our lifestyle. It’s about style and aesthetics and finding ways to express our own personal tastes that feel delightful while embracing exactly who we are at this time.
The Lovecore Decor Transformation
I hope this was a helpful glimpse into the hearts and glam that is lovecore! Truly transforming a space (or your wardrobe) with a whole new colour scheme can seem daunting. But even if you aren’t up for an elaborately detailed pink room makeover, you can start small to incorporate any amount of lovecore decor or fashion that suits you. Your style is your oyster!
XOXO