When you think of your favorite TV show apartments, chances are Rachel and Monica's friends ' apartment is at the top of the list, or maybe Carrie Bradshaw's Upper East Side residence. But what about the sprawling, pastel-hued Miami complex featured in The Golden Girls ? Okay, maybe it wasn't on your list before, but now TikTok is reviving the once-outdated "Miamicore" decor, with pieces inspired by the kitschy coastal design styles of the '80s and '90s you'll fantasize about clashing with Blanche and The crew immediately.
They say everything eventually comes back in style, and the glam home trend that once dominated Miami is no exception. The Miamicore trend is different from other TikTok trends in that if you search for #Miamicore on the app, you won’t get a lot of clicks. But if you spend enough time on #InteriorDesignTok like you do, you'll start to see just how influential vintage Miami decor can be. This style can be described as colorful, exaggerated, and inspired by Art Deco (think: neon lights, pink flamingos, geometric shapes, and lots of paint), but it's not for everyone. Most people setting foot in the core of Miami are likely interested in vintage decor and aesthetics, while anyone who prefers a modern look with clean lines and neutral tones may be put off by the minimalist style.
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Still, TikTok has communities in almost every niche, including Miamicore. If you spend enough time on TikTok, you might be convinced to give your home a Miami-style makeover. @13inchheel is one of Miami Core’s leading voices on TikTok, filling his house with faux marble dressers, Playboy glasses, ’80s art and funky lamps.
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Some creators (like @vintageshowpony) have described the style as "80s Miami Barbie Doll House," and if you haven't been into this style before, it'll make you reconsider the tackiness due to its sheer nostalgia factor the trend of. Maybe it's the beach vibe that makes Miami Core feel like a children's toy come to life, or maybe it's just too much pink.
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If you want to transform your home into a scene from Miami Vice , there are plenty of antique and second-hand retailers who can help you source the best items. First up, @vintageshowpony has her own shop on Etsy, selling a variety of vintage 80s furniture like hot pink leopard print tables, art deco lamps, lounge chairs and more.
Vintage Italian Halo Globe Lamp Etsy
Dolphin Flamingo, a vintage furniture store in South Florida, has been selling Miamicore pieces for several days, from Art Deco bases to clam-shaped swivel chairs that look like they belong in a Golden Girls compound. Oh, and don’t forget this decorative flamingo plate.
Tropical pink flamingo decorative ceramic plate dolphin flamingo
If you want to try something smaller, The Swan's House has a huge selection of trinkets, including ceramic black panther statues, ceramic shell planters and brass swan ring holders, to name a few.
Vintage MCM Ceramic Black Panther Statue Swan House
Las Vibras Vintage may be based in Florida and New York City, but vintage collectors' wares span the country. If you're looking for some really great laminate pieces, like this waterfall coffee table or this pink dresser , you're going to want to add them to your cart ASAP.
Postmodern Cream + Gold 1980s Waterfall Nightstand Las Vibras Retro
For more Miamicore ideas, be sure to check out Instagram accounts like @lilyvalleyvintage, @glowgeometric, and @themiamimercantile. Or take a quick look at TikTok's home decor section—you're bound to find some good stuff there, too.
