Witchcore
aka Modern Witch, Witch Aesthetic, Practical Magic
"Magic is real, we are the practitioners"
A mystical aesthetic celebrating witchcraft and magic through crystals, tarot, dark clothing, and spiritual practices.
Atmosphere
The sensory world of Witchcore
Candlelit rituals, herb smoke, crystal grids, tarot spreads, moon water, spell books
Philosophy
We are magic. Nature is sacred. The moon guides. Intuition is power.
Who Lives Here
The character archetypes that embody Witchcore
The Witch
The Herbalist
The Diviner
The Moon Devotee
What It Rejects
Witchcore exists in opposition to:
Religious persecution
Skepticism
Bright aesthetics
Disrespect of craft
Daily Rituals
The practices and behaviors that define this way of living
Moon ceremonies
Tarot reading
Spell casting
Herb gathering
Crystal cleansing
Origin
Rooted in modern witchcraft movements, popularized through Tumblr and TikTok's #WitchTok community.
Era
2015-Present
Regions
Online, Salem, New Orleans, Global
Trend Score
Key Elements
Key Garments
- •Black clothing
- •Flowing dresses
- •Moon jewelry
- •Wide-brim hats
- •Layered necklaces
- •Vintage robes
- •Lace details
- •Ritual wear
Silhouettes
- •Flowing
- •Layered
- •Mystical
Color Palette
Mystical darkness with lunar accents
Primary Colors
Secondary Colors
Accent Colors
Key Brands
Materials
Cultural Context
Modern witchcraft revival, spiritual empowerment, connection to nature and lunar cycles, and reclaiming witchcraft from persecution.