Gen Z is taking DIY to a whole new level, creating their own cozy coffee spaces at home to cut out unnecessary costs that come from daily Starbucks runs while still getting the ambiance of a café setting.
The more frugal alternative, as reported by the New York Post, was popularized by TikTokers like Abigail Orfino and Marlene Rodriguez, who have filmed themselves near their coffee nooks, putting together a drink to their liking while reminding their viewers to save money by doing the same.
The latter of the two posted a close-up of herself putting together her iced coffee drink, giving her followers a “reminder” to make their “coffee at home tomorrow morning and save those $7.”
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Australian TikToker Loui Burke, holding a disposable cup in hand, talked about how the price of drinks can add up throughout the week.
“I thought I could save a little bit of money and make a home café,” he said, showing multiple Amazon finds he used to put together the perfect space.
Orfino also said her intention was to save money in 2025 by setting the table and pouring a cup at home.
“It was such a fun vibe and I’ve already done it again since. I love it,” she wrote.
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While some might say the trend is basic and simply asks people to do what others have done for years by having their morning coffee at home, the trend goes beyond simply pouring a cup in your kitchen to save a few bucks — it’s also about atmosphere, creativity and hosting.
Some who hopped on board with the trend, like writer Kristen Garaffo, went so far as creating labels, sending out invitations and pulling together some baked treats to get the full café experience.
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“You can keep it as casual as you’d like — sharing a cup of coffee with a friend at home is a simple joy regardless of how much you lean into a café theme,” she wrote.
Other influencers created similar experiences in their own living spaces, complete with menus, home-baked goods, branded merchandise and more.
