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Coquette

Definition

A romantic hyperfeminine aesthetic featuring bows, lace, pearls, soft colors, and vintage-inspired details.

Example
She added ribbon bows to everything for a full coquette look.
How it is used

Online, coquette usually names an aesthetic, though the older noun can mean a flirtatious woman.

Origin and context

The word comes from French and has centuries of history; TikTok and Pinterest repackaged it as a major 2020s fashion microtrend.

Common variations

coquette aesthetic

The full trend name.

coquette-core

A core-style variation.

dark coquette

A moodier variation using darker colors.

Frequently asked questions
What does coquette mean online?

Usually a bow-heavy, romantic feminine aesthetic.

Is coquette only pink?

No. White, black, cream, red, and pastel palettes are also common.

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