While we typically look to the runways to dictate our evolving fashion picks each year, the past several months’ sartorial rotations have been unusually swayed by the ongoing pandemic—seeing a skew from the traditional in favour of loungewear and athleisure, as our time spent at home warranted comfort over glamour.
As we, partially, head back into a normal sense of dressing, our fashion is being skewed once again—but this time not due to the pandemic, but rather Netflix’s latest viral sensation, Bridgerton.
Since its release on Christmas Day, the worldwide phenomenon has accumulated more than 63 million views around the world (and counting), making it no surprise that the romantic-drama has formally entered the zeitgeist.
Based on the romance novel series by Julia Quinn and produced by ShondaLand—the powerhouse production company created by Shona Rhimes and force behind Grey’s Anatomy—the story follows the Bridgerton family as eldest daughter Daphne makes her debut into Regency London society in hopes of finding a “suitable match.”
And while the opulent scenery, orchestral renditions of Ariana Grande hits and of course, the Duke of Hastings (played by Regé-Jean Page), were enough to have us hooked, the Regency-era drama has caused a new spike in popularity for the fashion from the era, which Lyst has aptly titled “Regencycore.”
The fashion search engine has reported that since the show’s premiere, online searches for corsets—an essential garment in the show—have surged 123 per cent. Pearl and feather headbands have seen a 49 per cent increase, and empire-waist dresses, the defining silhouette of the era, have risen 93 per cent in popularity.
Costume designer Ellen Mirojnick expertly reimagined the dress code of Regency London while adding a modern twist to its characters, all with hidden meanings spread out across the eight-episode series.
Speaking with Harpers Bazaar U.S., Mirojnick said she was hoping to overlay the look of the Regency era “with a bit of a modern sensibility, make it aspirational, intriguing, and with somewhat of a layer that would actually be very imaginative.”
So, whether you’re more of a Bridgerton or a Featherington, below we look to the pieces that can help add a little Regency grandiose to your everyday life.
Dion Lee Crocheted Coset, $690; at Farfetch
Rodarte Ruffled Red Heart Floral Silk Dress, $1,575; at Rodarte
Emilia Wickstead Polka-Dot-Satin-Jacquard Gloves, $776.42; at Net-A-Porter
Christie Nicolaides Ana Hair Clip, $289; at Christie Nicolaides
STAUD Alix Faille Maxi Dress, $775; at MyTheresa
Jimmy Choo Samantha 35 Pearl-Embellished Mules, $2,350; at MatchesFashion
LOVESHACKFANCY Winslow Asymmetric Ruffled Dress, $345.99; at Net-A-Porter
Miu Miu Organza Top, $1,750; at Miu Miu
Shrimps Amelia Bun Cover, $150; at Shrimps
The Sleeper Marquise Linen Dress, $203; at The Sleeper
Tennis Deluxe Mixed Choke, $299; at Myer
Khaite Cortez Satin Blouse, $698; at The Outnet
Shrimps Frederick Dress, $390; at Shrimps
Elizabeth Cole Reagan 24-karat Gold Plated, Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Earrings, $215; at The Outnet
DÔEN Orelia Tiered Embroidered Tulle Maxi Dress, $458.33; at Net-A-Porter
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