Cowgirl core is the style sensation of the season! Spreading like wildfire after Beyoncé released Cowboy Carter, the glamorous take on western sensibilities has been this year’s lone star of fashion and interiors.
The American West, however, has been inspiring design for decades; what makes this modern, western darling unique?
Cowgirl Core Straddles Tradition and Trend
Like many contemporary design trends, cowgirl core expands upon traditional stylings. Many western heritage design staples create cowgirl core’s foundation: hard-wearing textiles, rough-hewn wood, distressed materials, and warm, rustic color palettes.
What makes cowgirl core distinct is that it doesn’t rely SOLEY on these elements. Instead, it elevates these humble components with hints of luxury: sumptuous fabrics like velvet and bouclé, polished metallic accents, and bright accent colors (bonus points for turquoise, pink, and ochre hues inspired by southwestern textiles and art).
In need of some styling inspiration? Here’s how we’d create our very own western chic spaces:
Grounded & Luxurious Bedroom Retreat
We love the mix of materials in this bedroom! The room’s warmth starts with the golden wallpaper wrapping the space. The design mimics the rustic look of plaster, but with a finishing layer of textured, polished gold.
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| Our Diorite Gold Splatter wallpaper strikes the perfect balance of timeless texture and modern metallics. It brings both warmth and texture to any space, giving your room depth and a hint of gilded luxury. |
The cognac leather headboard builds upon this sense of warmth. High-end yet hard-wearing, leather is the perfect fabric for cowgirl core’s glamorous yet grounded aesthetic. The bed’s medley of woven textiles offers a nod to traditional western motifs, while the sleek nightstand and lamp offer a modern counterpoint.
Perfectly balanced, this western chic space will charm traditionalists and modernists alike!
Recreate the Look with Wallpaper:
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| For a warm and inviting foundation for any cowgirl core space, we recommend these texture-rich designs, from left to right: Diorite Gold Splatter, Wright Gold Textured Triangle, Paititi Gold Diamond Trellis, and Exhale Olive Woven Faux Grasscloth wallpapers. | |||
Western Chic Hang-Out Space
Nothing sets the tone for a space quite like a featured pattern! In this case, the large-scale ikat wallpaper instantly brings modern-western vibes to the forefront.
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| This energized yet down-to-earth cowgirl core living room features our Solola Stone Ikat wallpaper. |
The palette of cool greys and blues grounds the room, while the saturated jewel tones of the suede couch and colorful throw pillows offer a playful complement. This push and pull of grounded and playful continues with open wooden shelving paired with a colorful, plush area rug.
A snake plant, a native to desert climes, adds to the rugged, western feel – as does the woven basket it rests in. The gilded side table it sits upon, however, adds that final touch of glamour that makes this space cowgirl core chic!
Recreate the Look with Wallpaper:
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| Set the stage for chic cowgirl core stylings with these modern-rustic wallpaper patterns, from left to right: Solola Stone Ikat, Retreat Denim Quilted Geometric, Holmby Grey Brushstroke Zigzag, and Larsson Indigo Ogee wallpapers. | |||
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