Soggy

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Soggy (or Swampcore) is an aesthetic that relates to the theme of swamps, wet outdoors and the appreciation of animals that are found in the dirt, such as worms, frogs, toads, slugs, snails and other such critters.

Description[]

The Soggy aesthetic is centered around swamps, bogs, bayous, marshes, and other such environment with copious amounts of water and vegetation, as well as the critters that inhabit these habitats.

As a subset of Dark Naturalism, Swampcore has many similarities with the Mossy, Rotcore, and Mushroomcore aesthetics, however it is differentiated by its connection to aquatic environments. This aesthetics color scheme includes various shades of green, browns and other natural hues.

Visuals[]

Mud and murky water are staples of this aesthetic. Due to its ties to watery environments, this aesthetic also overlaps with Rainy Day aesthetic, though is tied closer to slow moving bodies of water such as swamps, as well as areas abundant in mist and fog. Swampcore may also include many elements from Campcore, except in a swamp-like setting, with activities such as fishing being emphasized instead of hiking.

A major part of this aesthetic includes the various "critters" and vegetation found in swamps and swamp-like environments. Some such examples include:

Mud/Dirt/Soil
Quicksand
Murky Water
Algae
Moss
Duckweed
Mushrooms
Vines
Mangroves
Water Lily
Lotus Flowers
Cattail

Critters[]

Isopods
Fireflies
Shellfish
Worms
Slugs
Snails
Centipedes
Salamanders
Frogs/Toads
Turtles
Swamp Eel
Waterfowl
Wild Hogs
Fish (Bass, Catfish, Carp, etc)
Caimans/Alligators/Crocodiles

Activities[]

Visiting the park in the rain
Dancing in the rain
Jumping in muddy puddles
Mud baths
Creating a compost bin
Using critter friendly products
Gardening
Growing plants that the above creatures enjoy (whether it's for eating, or for habitats)
Starting a worm farm
Mushroom hunting
Creating terrariums/vivariums
Searching for the mentioned creatures above in your garden (or in any area, really)
Fishing
Hanging out at freshwater docks and piers
Feeding waterfowl
Removing plastic pollution from freshwater environments
Rowing a boat through a swamp
Cooking/Eating freshwater fish, shellfish or clams

Tips for critter searching[]

Wear boots when exploring in muddy areas (you may want to leave them outside to avoid leaving mud tracks indoors)
Critters tend to hide under rocks, logs, and piles of leaves, especially if they are wet (Try looking under one and see what you find!)
Rainfall often causes critters that normally would not be seen out of their hiding spots
Digging through soft dirt is a good way to find worms
The soil within outdoor pots tends to attract many different critters over time
Use nets gently to catch butterflies and grasshoppers for observation
Catching fireflies in a jar can be fun, but remember to let them out so they continue to thrive in your area

Fashion[]

Fashion isn't a main part of this aesthetic, but for help doing the above activities (or just embodying the aesthetic more fully), this can be a helpful guide/inspiration!

Tops[]

Tanktop (good for a sunny day in a humid environment)
Sundress (good for warm weather)
Raincoat

Bottoms[]

Cargo pants/shorts
Shorts (so your pants don't get wet)
High water pants
Overalls

Outerwear[]

Raincoats
Sun hats
Fisherman Hats
Bucket Hats

Footwear[]

Rain boots (A must for exploring muddy environments!)
Sneakers/tennis shoes
Boots (be careful not to step on any animals!)
Sandals
Bare feet (be sure to watch were you step and wash your feet afterwards!)

Accessories[]

Umbrellas
Bandanas
Large Sunglasses (Can be used to resemble bug eyes)
Small jewelry that doesn't get in the way (preferably insect themed!)
Facemask (in combination with Large Sunglasses can really sell the insect look)
Hair ties
Frog hats
Accessories with visuals related to soggy animals

Other[]

Anything in a neutral colour
Greens and brown patters can be used to resemble nature
Camouflage patterns
Old/Muddy/Stained clothing (don't have to worry about keeping these clean)
Nothing too nice/fancy (you are going to be in the dirt/mud, after all)
Short fingernails
Chipped nail polish
Gardening gloves
Hair tied back (if it's long)
Binoculars or a magnifying glass (for inspecting critters)
Jars for critter observation
Autumn colors and designs
Wreath

Media[]

Books[]

TV Shows[]

Amphibia (2019)
Toad Patrol (1999)
The Crocodile Hunter (1992-2006)
River Monsters (2009-2017)
Peppa Pig (2004-present)
Avatar the Last Airbender Season 2 Episode 4: The Swamp (2006)

Movies (Modern)[]

Kermit's Swamp Years (2002)
The Shrek Franchise (2001-2010)
The Princess and the Frog (2009)
12 Years a Slave (2013)
Harriet (2019)

Movies (Vintage)[]

Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954)
The Ghost of Cypress Swamp (1977)
Wind Across the Everglades (1958)
Strangler of the Swamp (1946)
Lure of the Wilderness (1952)
Southern Comfort (1982)
Eaten Alive (1976)
Sparrows (1926)
Swamp Girl (1971)
Swamp Water (1941)

Music[]

Music of the Soggy/Swampcore aesthetic can include the natural sounds of swamp environments themselves, but maybe also be represented by musical genres which emerged from such swampy regions such as Swamp Blues and Bluegrass.

Bass can often be a perfect representation of the swamp, with a low, droning sound that resonates deep, almost like the gurgle of a quagmire, or the croaking of a frog on a summer evening. It gives a sense of depth and mystery, just like the murky waters and twisting trees of a swamp. The Banjo and Country Fiddle are also often used in media to represent the swamp and regions associated with it.