Looking to add more Regencycore fashion to your life? Shop these 9 dresses inspired by Bridgerton Season 2
By Elaine Selna
The smash-hit romance series Bridgerton graced us with a second season on Netflix at the end of March and has reignited our love for the Regencycore fashion trend. Thanks to new characters like Kate and Edwina Sharma, played by Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran, this latest season has given us a newfound desire to dress like a 19th-century debutante. Check out these nine Bridgerton-inspired dresses and feel like the season’s diamond.
1. R.YIposha Vintage Dress; From $39
When it comes to nailing a Regency-style dress, there are a few necessary elements like a square neckline, an empire waistline, and a capped-off sleeve that bring this aesthetic to life. This dress from Amazon is a great way to get your wardrobe looking like those in the Bridgerton household. It comes in five sizes and 31 amazing colors. The dress even has an elastic waistline so you can feel free and features a fun ruffled hem along the neck and sleeves.
Buy it: Amazon
2. Nikita Dress; $278
Reformation is notorious for creating dreamy dresses ready for any special occasion. The Nikita dress, in particular, is one of the most sought-after silhouettes from the brand. It’s the perfect summer event dress whether you’re attending a wedding, graduation, or brunch. The slightly ruffled sweetheart neckline makes this dress as romantic as one of the scenes from Bridgerton.
Buy it: Reformation
3. The Ophelia Dress; $175
Like Reformation, Hill House Home became instantly famous for its Nap Dress, designed for you to sleep in and look fashionable when out and about. Now the brand has created new types of Nap dresses, like this Ophelia Dress. It comes in two colors and features the classic puffy sleeves, an adjustable neckline, and a corset-inspired bodice as an extra detail. The best part is that it also has pockets.
Buy it: Hill House Home
4. Rotate Birger Christensen Sierena Dress; $270
In the second season of Bridgeton, one of the signature colors of Anthony Bridgerton’s love interest Kate is purple. Throughout the show, she wears it in pastels and jewel tones. This dress from Rotate Birger Christensen is a modern twist on her color while evoking the era’s style with the puffed sleeves.
Buy it: Mytheresa
5. Selkie Parliament Dress; $295
Selkie dresses have become the must-have viral TikTok fashion item over the past few years. Though they wouldn’t be deemed appropriate in the time of Queen Charlotte, they do look great for this century and take elements from the previous era. Like many of these dresses, the Parliament also has puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, ruffled edges, and a corset-inspired bodice. To keep it youthful and fun, it’s a mini dress that’s perfect for summer.
Buy it: Revolve
6. STAUD Swells Dress; $275
Similar to the Hill House Home Ophelia dress, this one from STAUD also comes in navy and has voluminous sleeves. However, the bodices are quite different. If you want to feel a bit more carefree, this STAUD silhouette might be a better fit for you. It’s made of a cotton poplin fabric which makes it strong and comfortable, allowing you to do as you please while wearing this dress.
Buy it: Mytheresa
7. Inka Dress; $248
If you’re looking for something to wear that makes you think of a sordid love story like Bridgerton, you can’t go wrong with a dress from Reformation. The Inka dress, in particular, is a sweet option and features Regency-inspired elements like the capped sleeves, a square neckline, ruffles, and an ultra-feminine floral print. It makes this style modern by adding a smocked, fitted bodice and a side slit that would get any suitor’s attention.
Buy it: Reformation
8. LoveShackFancy Capri Dress; $383
Like the Inka dress, this one from LoveShackFancy uses the 19th-century style and brings it into this decade by playing with other elements. It has the classic square neckline, ruffles, and puffed sleeves, but it uses bright prints worthy of the Featherington family in addition to multiple layers to create a fuller skirt.
Buy it: Revolve
9. Polo Ralph Lauren Floral Dress; $313
This Polo Ralph Lauren sleeveless floral dress is an excellent option for hot days in the sun. It has a smocked bodice, a delightfully fun floral print all over, and plenty of ruffles to emulate the social season in Bridgerton.
Buy it: Mytheresa
Bonus: Miaou Agnes Corset; $255
Even though this top isn’t technically a dress, we couldn’t help but add a modern version of a corset to this list. Bridgerton and Miaou are responsible for bringing corsets back into the fashion world. Miaou contributes to this garment’s success by making so many types of corsets that appeal to different people. However, the Agnes corset top seems the most like something that both a character from Bridgerton and a modern woman would wear.
Buy it: Revolve
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