Coquette

aka Coquette Aesthetic, Dollette, Ballet-coquette

established

"Innocence with knowing eyes"

A hyper-feminine aesthetic blending innocence with subtle seduction, featuring bows, lace, and soft romantic details.

Atmosphere

The sensory world of Coquette

Vintage boudoirs, Parisian cafes, ballet rehearsals, powder rooms

Philosophy

Femininity as power, softness as strength

Who Lives Here

The character archetypes that embody Coquette

The Ingenue

The Muse

The Doe-eyed Romantic

What It Rejects

Coquette exists in opposition to:

Androgyny

Minimalism

Masculine cuts

Daily Rituals

The practices and behaviors that define this way of living

Ribbon hair bows

Red lipstick application

Lace detailing

Pearl collecting

Origin

Rooted in historical coquettish femininity, revived on TikTok 2021-2022 blending Lana Del Rey aesthetics with ballet romance.

Era

2021-Present

Regions

Online, New York, Paris

Trend Score

91

Key Elements

Key Garments

  • Ribbon bows
  • Lace trim
  • Mini skirts
  • Cardigans
  • Mary Janes
  • Knee socks
  • Pearl jewelry
  • Heart motifs

Silhouettes

  • Delicate
  • Fitted
  • Romantic

Color Palette

Innocent pastels with touches of romantic red

Primary Colors

Baby pink
White
Cream

Secondary Colors

Soft pink
Pale pink

Accent Colors

Red lips
Pearls
Satin ribbons

Key Brands

Sandy Liang
luxurycore
Brandy Melville
fast-fashionadjacent
Miu Miu
luxurycore

Materials

LaceSilkSatinCashmere

Cultural Context

Reclaiming hyper-femininity, Lana Del Rey influence, girlhood nostalgia

Associated Music

Lana Del ReyMazzy StarCigarettes After Sex

Core Relationships

Influenced By

Nymphet
Balletcore

Influences

Lolita aesthetics
French cinema
Ballet

Related Cores

Balletcore
Soft Girl
Dollcore
Last updated: January 17, 2026