How to embrace the cowboy core aesthetic in your living room

Fresh from TikTok and Pinterest, the cowboy core trend offers a host of design possibilities. Though the trend has gained recent buzz, it carries a sense of enduring style – you may even have pieces in your home that already evoke cowboy core.

The trend is ideal for those wanting to embrace a homely and timeless look with nods to past adventures in the Wild West. If you'd like to bring the cowboy core aesthetic into your living room, keep reading.

What is cowboy core?

Beyoncé has undoubtedly put cowboy core on the map, following her Cowboy Carter album and country-inspired outfits earlier this year. Meanwhile, sites like Pinterest and TikTok have seen an increase in searches for cowboy-related content.

Otherwise known as 'western core', the cowboy core trend embraces ruggedness and a sense of warmth when it comes to interiors. The essence of cowboy core is a natural fit for a living room, a place where we make memories and share stories. For many, the imperfect, rugged feel perfectly suits this space.

Materials and colour schemes

Materials play a big role in bringing the cowboy core aesthetic to life. Focus on materials that appear lovingly used, such as worn leather, reclaimed wood and coarse textiles. When thinking about colour, consider options that resonate with the Wild West. Warm, earthy tones inspired by cowboy clothing and films are ideal.

Denim has long been linked to cowboy culture, and the once-infamous double-denim look is now making a comeback. Therefore, you could add denim accents to your living room or even denim upholstery if you want to go all out. Think about how you'd like to balance it with other cowboy core colours and materials in your space.

Furniture

Western core materials and colour schemes form one of the most integral parts of the cowboy core aesthetic. However, the type of furniture you choose can also make an impact.

Examples include worn leather sofas and wingback armchairs to channel that all-important laid-back feel. Beyond this, sturdy coffee tables and side tables made from reclaimed wood inject a rustic feel into your room. Consider wrought iron detailing when selecting furniture, as this also brings in a raw, handcrafted feel.

When choosing storage, having something more bespoke will help you stay consistent with the cowboy core theme. Fitted living furniture can help you achieve this, allowing you to choose a colour scheme and finish that align with your desired look.

Western knick-knacks

Once you have the basic pieces in place, you can bring your space to life with cowboy trinkets. Keep an eye out for unconventional homewares and think about how they can make an impact.

You could collect cowboy hats, horseshoes and lasso ropes to hang on walls, for example. Cacti and fake animal skulls also add a nod to the deserts of the Wild West. Shopping second-hand can help you discover unique, one-off gems that you won't find on your local high street. Have a look on second-hand selling platforms and in antique stores. 

For textiles, hunt for tapestries and rugs that match the cowboy core aesthetic, looking closely at the materials and colour scheme. You may be more likely to find pieces second-hand, but it's worth looking at shops selling newer pieces too.

Choose bespoke storage solutions from Hammonds

We're here to help you bring your design visions alive, whether that centres around the cowboy core trend or something else entirely. To find out how our fitted storage can work in your home, book a free design visit with one of our experts today. In the meantime, why not request a free brochure?