Bridgerton fashion: how Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian’s designer created comfier corsets for Netflix’s hit period drama
The Regency era drama’s 7,500 wardrobe pieces were inspired by Christian Dior and Chanel, with celebrity designer Mister Pearl called on to craft the half corsets worn by stars Phoebe Dynevor and Nicola Coughlan
Nearly a month after making its debut on Netflix, Bridgerton has already swept more than 63 million households off their feet, and counting. Set in London in 1813, during the Regency era, this period drama chronicles the lives of debutantes as they come out and meet eligible bachelors. All the while, an anonymous gossip columnist unveils the scandals behind all the glitz and glamour.
One reason that Bridgerton has captured viewers’ hearts is the elegant costumes. In fact, devoted fans are already swapping their Covid-era loungewear for corset tops and empire-waist dresses. Inspired or intrigued? From the rhinestone-encrusted gowns and embroidered suits to feathers and finery, here’s what you need to know about the hit show’s wardrobe.
It took more than 200 people and five months to create the costumes
Helmed by Emmy award-winning designer Ellen Mirojnick, the show’s costume department built a house to produce its own pieces of wardrobe. Mirojnick naturally had extra pairs of hands – 238 people to be exact – to help in this immense project. This powerhouse team included pattern cutters, shoe makers and tailors.
There were 7,500 costume pieces made in all