We may not be totally on-board with all of TikTok’s trends (anyone remember that weird face wax trend?) but one 2023 fashion trend we’re most definitely getting involved with is romcomcore.
A fusion of Barbiecore, 2000s fashion, Valentino’s F/W 2022/23 collection, and a heavy coating of pink tones, this fun-loving trend celebrates everything through rose-tinted glasses. It’s giving powerful female main character energy in a whole new way.
We’re talking a throwback of all of our favorite fashion trends from the mid to early 2000s: mini skirts, rhinestones, chunky accessories, and plenty of pink tones.
Not sure where to start when it comes to romcomcore? Read on for all of the looks we’re copying this season and some pink-inspired fragrances to match.
Nothing says 2000s fashion and sweet outfits quite like Pink Sugar by Aquolina. This classic scent is a haven of sweet, caramel-coated, vanilla-heavy notes and represents everything about the romcomcore look that we know and love. Launched back in 2004, this reminiscent scent will have you daydreaming about all of your looks from those years.
Research by Pinterest found that we’re all into rhinestone-studded looks and plenty of sequins now. If you’re looking to channel those vibes in fragrance form, look no further than Diamond Rain by Remy Latour. This sweet, powdery scent opens with notes of bergamot, mandarin, and violet leaves with a fruity heart that’s perfect for the romcomcore trend.
Romance by Ralph Lauren leans more towards the soft, feminine, romantic edge of romcomcore. This is a date night scent that you’ll love to spritz as the memorable final touch before heading out with someone special. Released in 1998, it’s almost definitely a scent you’ll remember growing up with, thanks to its delicious notes of rose, chamomile, ginger, lemon, and yellow freesia.
Remember those matching Juicy Couture velvet sets with the rhinestone lettering? It’s time to hunt yours down from the back of the wardrobe again. Or, if you’re into the romcomcore vibe but don’t quite fancy bringing back the all-in-one velvet look, a quick spritz of Viva La Juicy Pink Couture by Juicy Couture has a similar appeal. Fruity, sweet, and subtly aquatic, this is a scent that adds a splash of lighthearted fun to any outfit.
Another 2000s staple comes in the form of Pink Fresh by Couture Moschino. Everything about this cheeky brand screams romcomcore style, from its unique fragrance bottles through to the deliciously charming scents inside. Pink Fresh is definitely an attention grabbing perfume with its one-of-a-kind bottle shape and notes of pink grapefruit, black currant, rose, and lily-of-the-valley.
Let’s face it: we couldn’t talk about the romcomcore trend without a mention of Paris Hilton somewhere, right? A staple of the times from her outfits to her famous quips, Paris Hilton’s fragrance line is a definite purchase if you’re bringing back the romcom looks. Our top pick? The OG scent: Paris Hilton by Paris Hilton. It’s fruity, floral, and a little bit fresh, too.
Yes I Am Pink First by Cacharel is a fun-loving fragrance that we can imagine many of our favorite main characters wearing in one romcom or another. Another fragrance that goes all out with a matching romcomcore shape, Yes I Am Pink First’s signature lipstick-shaped bottle ensures you’ll be subconsciously channeling this trend even without realizing it!
Everybody knows J’adore by Dior. That’s either from spritzing it in the 2000s when it was endlessly popular or from admiring it in a huge number of TV shows, movies, and on our favorite celebrities. This stylish scent adds a floral and fruity glow to all kinds of romcomcore looks, particularly if you’re going all out with the pink tones.
Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
