15 Coquette Aesthetic Outfits: The Ultimate Guide for a Romantic and Playful Wardrobe Refresh

Bows, lace, romanticism. You’ve seen it everywhere. But what is it? The coquette aesthetic has become a top fashion and lifestyle trend defined by its romantic and playful vibe.

This ultra-feminominom style embodies the essence of femininity with delicate touches and vintage-inspired charm.

Rooted in cultural nostalgia, the coquette aesthetic blossomed on social media, and resonated with millions who were seeking a dreamy, poetic, tortured poet’s department wardrobe refresh. 

In this guide, we’ll explore the key elements of the coquette aesthetic outfit ideas to add a romantic touch to your wardrobe. Let’s get into it!

 Key Elements of Coquette Aesthetic Outfits

At the heart of the coquette aesthetic lies an affinity for luxurious, feminine details. This can truly be anything that embodies femininity, but is usually defined by a mixture of lace, bows, soft fabrics, delicate patterns and vintage-inspired accessories.

These pieces exude coquette energy with a luxurious touch. The color pallet is essential, usually featuring pastels, neutrals and soft pinks for a gentle and inviting look. Channel your inner Gracie Abrams.

Never far from a coquette outfit is a bow, pearl earrings and a beautiful vintage piece with florals or delicate prints for added whimsy. These elements evoke a sense of timeless femininity. 

15 Coquette Aesthetic

In This Post:

• Floral Dresses with Ruffle Details
• Lace Tops Paired with High-Waisted Jeans
• Satin Slip Dresses for an Effortlessly Elegant Look
• Corset Tops with Flowing Skirts
• Delicate Cardigans Over Romantic Blouses
• Puff Sleeve Blouses with A-Line Skirts
• Ballet Flats and Mary Janes: The Perfect Footwear
• Peter Pan Collars for a Youthful Touch
• Tulle Skirts for a Dreamy, Ballet-Inspired Look
• Cropped Sweaters with Pleated Skirts
• Romantic Accessories to Complete the Look
• Soft Knitwear for a Cozy Yet Stylish Appeal
• Ruffled Blouses with Wide-Leg Pants
• Vintage-Inspired Dresses and Retro Prints
• Bow Details on Everything

Floral Dresses with Ruffle Details

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Close your eyes. Think of the word “coquette”. What is the first thing you envision? My money is on a floral dress with little ruffle details. Am I wrong? Probably not. Floral dresses are the quintessential coquette piece.

The soft flowing fabric of the dress combined with the delicate prints creates a soft, romantic look. Pair your dress with ballet flats or ankle boots to enhance the whimsical charm.

Lace Tops Paired with High-Waisted Jeans

While the coquette aesthetic is built upon the essence of femininity, it also thrives on contrast. I love to combine a lace top with structured, high waisted jeans for a modern twist on vintage inspiration.

Complete the look with a pearl necklace of vintage-inspired brooch for the perfect blend of modern and romantic-era elements. 

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Satin Slip Dresses for an Effortlessly Elegant Look

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A girl running through a field of daisies. What is she wearing? A satin slip dress. Satin slip dresses offer an elevated energy to the timeless elegance and versatility of the coquette aesthetic.

Unless given a day of beautiful weather, a satin slip dress isn’t meant to be worn alone. So, I always layer my dress with a cardigan or copper sweater to add dimension and transition this outfit seamlessly from day to night.

Corset Tops with Flowing Skirts

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I don’t know about you, but I love a corset top. The shape, the contour. So stunning. Now pair a corset tip with a flowing skirt and you have created perhaps the most stunning, balanced silhouette.

Tie the two pieces together with soft pastel tones and accessories such as dainty necklaces or a thin headband. Soft, pastel tones emphasize the playful side of the coquette aesthetic. 

Delicate Cardigans Over Romantic Blouses

Delicate romance. Delicate plus romance. Or in this case, a delicate cardigan over a romantic blouse. I am such a sucker for a cardigan because they are perfect for adding warmth without losing the femininity that outlines coquette energy.

Optimally, you have a cardigan with floral embroidery or lace detailing. If not, perhaps you venture into a diy moment! Adding lace details to a cardigan can take as few as five minutes. Could be fun.

Puff Sleeve Blouses with A-Line Skirts

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It’s giving Queen Victoria. In the modern era, however, we call it a puff sleeve blouse with an A-line skirt.

This combination embraces vintage style with a modern spin. Enhance the grace of this outfit with Mary Jane shoes of T-strap heels, completing a look that makes you look like you just walked out of a modern fairy tale.

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Ballet Flats and Mary Janes: The Perfect Footwear

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To me, footwear is everything. It can make an outfit, and oh goodness can it break an outfit. The coquette aesthetic is often a top to bottom outfit, accessories with classic coquette footwear options.

What are those? Well, if you read the header, you’d know it is ballet flats and Mary Janes. The better question – why? Ballet flats and Mary Janes have a delicate design that complements just about any outfit, whether it be a floral dress or corset top with jeans.

Ballet flats and Mary Janes add the polishing touch of playful and timeless your outfit just might need.

Peter Pan Collars for a Youthful Touch

A Peter Pan collar is so 2020…said no one ever. Peter Pan collars bring a playful and youthful charm to any outfit. The best thing to do is invest in a white dress shirt that you can use for multiple outfits.

Layer with a V-neck sweater and pair it with a mini skirt. Blair Waldorf meets 21st century coquette aesthetic if you will. Who wouldn’t want to rock that vibe?

Tulle Skirts for a Dreamy, Ballet-Inspired Look

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Nothing is more coquette than a ballerina. So, drawing inspiration from that image, perhaps you wear a tulle skirt. The whimsical feel of tulle skirts draws on the airy aesthetic of a ballerina leaping across the stage. Match this ethereal piece with a fitted top to create a balanced look. Now that is a visually captivating outfit. 

Cropped Sweaters with Pleated Skirts

While sometimes I wish pastels and warm weather would last forever, I live in the Midwest so that is simply not possible. Everyone needs an autumn look. A cropped sweater paired with a pleated skirt offers a cute and stylish option for brisk weather.

Warmth and a modern twist. Sounds like a new Starbucks drink. Finish your look with a pair of boots or loafers to finish off your perfect autumn coquette aesthetic look.

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Romantic Accessories to Complete the Look

Have you ever seen a pitbull with a bow? Probably not. The reason for that is because accessories usually match the energy of an entity. In this case, matching the coquette aesthetic with accessories is relatively easy.

Accessories such as pearl earrings, dainty necklaces and hair bows are perfect for the shoulders and up. Keep the accessories understanded to enhance the coquette vibe with a subtle but charming touch.

Soft Knitwear for a Cozy Yet Stylish Appeal

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A matching sweater set and a pair of chunky, oversized headphones. We are all thinking the same thing. Where did that person get their set? Soft knitwear is an easy, soft and warm outfit, perfect for colder weather.

Use knitwear for a pop of light color and soft lectures when layering. Also, just because knitwear may come in a set, does not mean it has to be worn in a set. Pair a knit top with jeans or a skirt for the perfect look.

Ruffled Blouses with Wide-Leg Pants

Ruffles. That is the whole thought, that is the energy. Ruffles add such lovely texture. Ruffled blouses paired with wide-leg pants? Bam, a balance of romantic texture and structured contrast.

When wearing such a textured look, however, choose neutral colors for a versatile look and to not overwhelm passerby.

 Vintage-Inspired Dresses and Retro Prints

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Fashion recycles. If you think I’m wrong, look at 2000s style and look at post-pandemic style. Similar, but evolved. Vintage-inspired dresses and retro prints allow for a modernized version of the past in coquette culture.

Embrace vintage vibes with retro floral and polka dot prints. Style with loafers or ankle boots to ground your look in the modern era.

Bow Details on Everything

One bow, two bows, red bows, blue bows. In coquette aesthetic outfits, there is no such thing as too many bows. Bows are the most iconic element of coquette aesthetic outfits.

Get creative. Try integrating bows on blouses, dresses and accessories. You’d be surprised what you could create.

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Styling Tips to Personalize Your Coquette Look

Personalizing your coquette look is like personalizing anything else. Bring your personality, creativity and energy to create a look that feels like you. Mix delicate fabrics with contemporary pieces.

Layer accessories. Try something new! Experiment with textures. This will help you to create a look that reflects your individually and keep you from looking overly themed.  

Where to Shop for Coquette Aesthetic Outfits

Look at TikTok. Where do your favorite creators get their coquette aesthetic outfits? That is always a great first step.

Maybe you’ll find something new. If not, retailers like ASOS, Anthropologie and Reformation offer a modern and trend perspective to the coquette aesthetic.

However, because so much of the coquette aesthetic is rooted in a vintage look, check out vintage shops to find those one-of-a-kind items that will set you apart.

Online platforms such as Depop are perfect for discovering budget-friendly, unique options that embody the coquette aesthetic.

Final Thoughts

The coquette aesthetic is a celebration of femininity, timeless elegance and youthful charm. Through the incorporation of delicate textures, soft colors and romantic details into your outfits, you can transform your style into something truly enchanting.

Explore anything you may find interesting. You’ll never know what clicks. Don’t forget to share your favorite coquette-inspired outfits–I’d love to see how you make this dreamy aesthetic your own!

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