#cluttercore, but make it aesthetic with instax™ pics

If you’re fed up with feeling like your space has to look perfectly polished all the time, we hear you. As beautiful as they are, spotless, minimalist-style homes constantly taking the lead can sometimes make your lived-in space feel a little subpar. 

The cluttercore aesthetic is here to tell you otherwise — and it might just be the new best thing.

Cluttercore says it’s time to leave the minimalist look in the past and embrace the mess instead. It’s all about layering your space with the things that matter most to you, whether they fit in with an aesthetic theme or not. That’s where our instax™ pics come in, putting creative freedom at your fingertips.

The result? A space, room, or property that feels cosy, populated, and shamelessly you.

What is cluttercore — and why are we obsessed?

While the minimalism aesthetic suits many homeowners, it doesn’t fit everyone’s style.

As an alternative, cluttercore style champions leaning into your mess, and giving it some purpose. Think of it as a style of maximalism, where your space is a gorgeously chaotic mashup of memories, trinkets, and your favourite items. We’re talking photo collages, fairy lights, eclectic knick-knacks — curated visual chaos with a clear purpose. 

We think that cluttercore started as a bit of a covert, generational rebellion against the overly staged home aesthetic that’s taken over social media in recent years. After scrolling through countless pristine homes that look more like showrooms than living spaces, people just wanted to see something more realistic. And what is that? A messy, personal space that feels simultaneously nostalgic, layered, and — most importantly — true.

The best part of this home decor style is that there’s no right or wrong. It’s just whatever feels right in the moment. With no pressure telling you that your space has to look like a ‘clean girl aesthetic’ Pinterest board, you can create a genuine and reflective environment that showcases your personality.

instax™ — your cluttercore essential

If you’re an instax™ lover, you’ll know that something we and cluttercore have in common is the belief that joy isn’t just something to experience — it can also be visual.

More memories, more fun, and more creative ways of displaying your latest antics — and that’s what makes our instax™ photos and accessories an essential part of this trend. Plus, we have tons of film styles for every mood, feeling, and vibe to match. 

Whether you’re snapping candids with friends using an instax™ instant camera or printing out vision board prints from your instax™ photo printer, there’s no better way to clutter-fy your space than with your best moments.

5 easy ways to bring a cluttercore vibe to your space

Ready to let your personality shine with a bit of controlled chaos? We’re going to let you in on five cluttercore home decor ideas that embrace mixing and matching, as well as a few unique ways to display your prints. Cosy, artsy, or completely random, you’re sure to find some inspo and accessories to help bring cluttercore into your space…

1. Fairy light photo strings

It’s one of the ‘oldest’ modern decor trends in the book, but it’s still around for good reason. When you hang your instax™ prints from a photo string, you can drape them over your bed, around your desk, or across your wall for an extra cute addition. 

We have two types of photo strings on offer with adorably designed clips included. Will you go for cute cartoon-style camera clips or a classic love-heart vibe? 

Feel free to swap out your prints when new memories are made, and your photo string will become not only a beautiful room accessory, but an ever-changing timeline of all the things you get up to.

2. Photo book scrapbooks

Who says photo books are just for standard photos? Not us. Our instax™ photo albums for WIDE prints are where photo keeping and scrapbooking can meet as one. 

Once you’ve bagged your album, have fun picking out stickers and washi tape to decorate the pages, and colourful markers to add hand-written captions at the bottom of your film.

You could even slot in a few tiny mementoes like ticket stubs, cut-outs, and flower presses, turning your photo album into a 3D memory scrapbook. It’s your photo album, so don’t be afraid to make it yours and yours alone.

3. Unique photo frames

If you’re looking for a quirky photo frame option to add a new dimension to your cluttercore space, our acrylic frames (available for WIDE) are a great find. 

These chunky photo frames are made from clear acrylic, so you can easily layer them with other decor items without overwhelming your cluttercore aesthetic.

4. Photo magnets

The OGs of photo decorations. It doesn’t matter if you have a kitchen to decorate or not — these nifty magnets will hold onto any magnetic surface, whether that be a mini fridge, magnetic board, or whiteboard. 

Our photo magnets are available for mini, SQUARE, and WIDE prints, and we even have a self-adhesive magnet option for the instax™ mini instant camera or printer owners who want to get a bit DIY.

5. Photo wall art

Did you know we also have photo greeting cards for instax™ WIDE prints? Let us show you how to turn these vibrant, decorated cards into eccentric cluttercore-esque decorations.

• Option 1: Create a miniature gallery wall by arranging your favourite gift cards and snaps, then stick them to your wall or a backing board to hang up. Layer the prints or keep them separate for a bit of organised chaos — it’s up to you.
  

• Option 2: Your mirror pose game just got a whole lot stronger. Arrange the photo gift cards around your mirror frame as a border, securing them with decorative washi tape or adhesive glue dots. Add stickers, ticket stubs, and other mementoes around the border.

• Option 3: Punch a hole in the top centre of your snazzy photo card, and attach it to a decorative string or beads. Repeat with as many snaps as you like, and hang them from a curtain rail, window latch, or even a plant pot hook! Perfect for a boho feel.

Cluttercore: The new way of living unapologetically

Ready to try the cluttercore lifestyle? It’s never been easier with an instax™ instant camera or printer as your sidekick. Fill your space with what brings you joy, and leave the clean lines and perfect placements in the past.

Embrace the mess and live in the moment with instax™.