Released in mid-May, the first part of Bridgerton Season 3 has left audiences mesmerized with its stunning visuals, propelling the series to the top spot in 80 countries and solidifying its status as Netflix’s blockbuster hit for the first half of 2024.
The Fashion Trends of Bridgerton Season 3
Though the Bridgerton family is fictional, it has garnered a global fanbase after two successful seasons on Netflix in 2020 and 2022. The newest season, comprising the first four episodes, has once again demonstrated its unparalleled allure, receiving a plethora of positive feedback.
Each season of Bridgerton enthralls viewers with romantic tales of the esteemed Bridgerton family members. Furthermore, the series has been praised for its meticulous attention to detail, from its settings to its costumes, exuding an air of elegance and sophistication true to English nobility.
Returning with Season 3, Netflix’s beloved series continues to delight audiences with a wardrobe that dazzles. Costume designers have utilized fashion not just for aesthetic purposes but also to reflect the psychological and character developments, especially that of the main female character, Penelope Featherington, portrayed by Nicola Coughlan.
Penelope Featherington’s Fashion Evolution in Season 3 of Bridgerton
In previous seasons, Penelope adorned herself in the brightest shades of yellow. At first glance, yellow may seem fitting for Penelope’s vivacious and cheerful personality, but the truth is she dislikes the color chosen by her mother.
During the Regency era in England, yellow was often chosen by young girls, emphasizing the social status of Penelope’s mother. However, yellow became the ostentatious color of the Featheringtons, humorously reminding viewers of their misfit in high society. Instead of subtle shades of primrose yellow, a bright yellow highlighted the family’s lack of refinement.
In the first episode of Season 3, Penelope initially wears her usual vibrant attire. However, vexed by women gossiping about her and teased by her elder sisters that she will forever remain a spinster, Penelope decides to change her appearance. She tells the housekeeper, Genevieve Delacroix, “I don’t want to see yellow anymore.”
Taking the first step towards asserting herself, Penelope discards the bright hues from her wardrobe. Appearing at Lady Danbury’s ball, she surprises in a ravishing emerald green dress.
Penelope Featherington’s entirely new look, as explained by John Glaser—the costume designer for Bridgerton Season 3—is “an empowering choice” yet “to remind you where she’s from because green is a combination of yellow and blue.” Previously, Penelope had never worn dark colors, marking this scene as a character transformation.
Other outfits in Penelope’s Season 3 wardrobe showcase a bolder demeanor. Shorter, form-fitting dresses without trailing skirts, featuring sheer sleeves and gloves adorned with delicate embroidery or sequins, serve as accents, indicating Penelope’s maturity.
Glaser also reveals that Marilyn Monroe and Rita Hayworth were the historical figures who inspired Penelope’s fashion in Bridgerton Season 3.
Bridgerton and the Symbolism of Blue
Throughout all three seasons, audiences can recognize that blue must be the most emblematic color for the series as it is closely associated with the Bridgerton family.
Members of the Bridgerton family always incorporate blue in some way, not just in their attire but also in the interior décor of their home. Similarly, during that era, blue was used in expensive ceramics and fine china. Using blue as a means to emphasize the class and social status of the Bridgertons.
In Season 3, even though the Bridgerton family members are not the focal point of the story, they also undergo changes in their fashion styles.
Eloise Bridgerton adorns herself in a pastel green dress intricately embroidered with floral motifs, adorned with bows and pleated trimmings at Lady Danbury’s ball, or a pale blue gown with a wide neckline embellished with simple yet incredibly refined stones. This modern interpretation of Eloise’s image draws inspiration from Audrey Hepburn in the movie “My Fair Lady.”
Francesca Bridgerton also undergoes a change in her daily style, becoming more delicate, using “a lot of thin fabrics, not to hide her personality but not to reveal her personality either.” Francesca’s costumes combine various materials but still provide high coverage to accurately portray the secretive character. This appearance is inspired by actress Katherine Hepburn from the 1940s.
What Do the Costume Designers of Bridgerton Say About Fashion Styles in Season 3?
Costumes have always been one of the hottest topics of discussion in Bridgerton, thanks to the hefty investment from the very first season. The creative team behind the mesmerizing costumes in the world of Bridgerton doesn’t view their work as a history lesson. Instead, this series offers them the unique opportunity to explore and create intricate costume designs that blend historical and contemporary elements.
John Glaser shares:
“This is a show about beauty, allure, enhancing characters, and telling stories. You can’t force an actor to wear a costume. Everyone talks about fashion, but the show is just a fantasy. It does have an influence on fashion, but our purpose is to tell stories and help the actors tell their stories comfortably. So, the way we achieve that is not always in a traditional way but in an abstract way”…
Fashion in Bridgerton captivates as much attention as its compelling plot and opulent backdrop (if not more). But ultimately, the comfort of the actors and authentic storytelling are Glaser’s priorities.
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