The Sublime Fashion Of Bridgerton

Brigerton graced our screens 4 years ago and we still are in the regality of it. The viewers are in complete awe of the show and wait for the next season in complete anticipation. The wonderous colour palette, the settings, and the props have truly brought the Regency era alive for its admirers. 

The one thing that elevated the most for this classic piece is their costumes. Fans and admirers of the show all over the world are completely awestruck by the fashion of this Netflix classic. The pastel colours, the corsets, the ballgowns, and the splendid accessories have truly courted our vision of aesthetics. In this article we shall witness the boundaries of fashion in Bridgerton and how the creators and designers constructed its vision. 

Everything Is Handmade

The costume designers wanted to bring back the Regency era but with a modern twist. To add to their touch, they ensured that all production was handmade. Nothing comes from a costume house. The minute details like the florals, hems, and the frills are all handstitched. 

For season 1 of the show, around 7500 pieces were all made and stitched by hand while in season 3, a whopping 4500 yards of materials were used to create the wardrobe. 

The Colour Palette

The designers played around with a lot of colours during the duration of the whole show. In season 1, designer Ellen Mirojnick experimented a lot with pastel colours, including a lot of softer pinks, purple hues, pale blues, and subtle greens. These were chosen to match the props and the setup. Followed by designer John Glaser and his assistants used tiffany, silver, blue, and shades of old money to show the regality of the Bridgerton family whereas, the Featheringtons were shown in shades of citrus consisting of green, orange, yellow, tangerine, and even gold. 

The inspirations were drawn out by Audrey Hepburn, and Grace Kelly as they’ve stood the epitome of time with grace. As the designers stated- they wanted a perfect blend of history, accuracy, and art. 

Layering Of Fabrics

As the seasons of the show progressed, the designers became more bold by incorporating various fabrics. They observed that layering of different fabrics could create an entirely different look. Various techniques like the ombré look of flowers on the skirts and using various compositions of fabrics like slippery satin, flowy georgette, and crisp organzas opened doors for experimentation and also allowed the designers to make use of all the fabrics they had lying around. 

The Luxurious Use Of White

Some of the most showstopping outfits in the latest season 3 of Bridgerton were worn by Francesca Bridgerton for the occasion of her being out into the society. The gown she wore in front of Queen Charlotte featured the use of stunning duchess satin with golden embroidery.

The wedding dress of Penelope Featherington was a beautiful blush of white in the most gorgeous satin.

How The Style Varied For Queen Charlotte

Queen Charlotte- A Bridgerton Story came out in 2023 and is set around 50 years or so earlier than the Bridgerton timeline and focuses on Queen Charlotte’s storyline. The gowns and the fashion of this show consisted of lighter colours, fuller gowns, and rich fabrics like silk satin, taffeta, and even duchess satin. 

Introduction Of Velvets For Men

The fashion for men was pretty much accurate according to history. However, as the seasons progressed, the designers decided to add velvets to the wardrobe and also add a little bit of colour to change the tone a bit. They added shades of red, sapphire, and even emerald to break the monotone colours which were black, white, grey and leather brown. 

As for Colin Bridgerton in season 3, the team wanted to play around with his storyline, and in one of the scenes, he can be seen wearing a maroon overcoat containing animals of all kinds from around the world, accompanied by jewellery, suspenders which were traditional giving his character the stamp that he has travelled a lot. 

In season 3, a lot of screen time and character development was seen for Benedict Bridgerton as well and his wardrobe is no exception. He’s seen wearing a lot of different colours ranging from brown, blues, and even reds which are paired with different accessories like a neck scarf, belts, and even jewellery to show the playfulness and boldness of his character. 

Heavy Use Of Embellised Fabrics In Season 3

A lot of bold fabrics with different colours and layering were observed. Especially the fabrics for the creation of ballgowns were studded heavily with embellishments. 

The wardrobe of Cressida Cowper was certainly accountable for bold choices. The dramatic sleeves, the frills, and accessories were certainly not traditional to the time but they certainly feasted the eyes of the viewers.

Handcrafted Jewellery

Some might think that the costumes were the only thing particularly handmade. Think again! All the jewellery worn in the show is handcrafted with the most supreme details. They were crafted in such a way that they highlight the natural features of the gowns while also complementing the overall look.

Sublime Accesorries Detail

Bridgerton consists of an abundance of accessories. Whether they’re fans, necklaces, gloves, hats, or even small bags/pouches. These minute details did not go unnoticed.

Traditionally the bags carried in the time were too plain and the embroidery wasn’t too intricate.

The designers opted for modern 3D printing and small embellishments on the purses to make them stand out. 

The Takeaway

Bridgerton has become a phenomenon in the fashion world, inspiring designers and enthusiasts alike with its bold reinterpretations of corsets, fabrics, and gorgeous styling combinations. While it is not always historically accurate, the series has undeniably become a global beacon of inspiration. We at RaaHaa Fabrics take the honour to cater to such similar luxurious fabrics varying from pure silks, embroidered and even embellished fabrics which are also dyeable. You can enquire us to know more and we shall be delighted to help you!