Bridgerton Costume
Step into Regency elegance with high-society style and pastel gowns.
Transport yourself to the Ton with a Regency-era Bridgerton costume. Inspired by the hit historical drama, this look is defined by pastel empire-waist gowns, white opera gloves, and sophisticated updos. It is a popular choice for anyone wanting to feel like royalty or a high-society debutante.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Bridgerton costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Bridgerton costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Empire-waist gown
A pastel blue or soft pink satin gown with short puffed sleeves and a high waistline sitting just below the bust.
DIY: Use a pastel maxi dress and tie a wide satin ribbon tightly just under the bust.
White opera gloves
Elbow-length satin gloves in solid white or ivory.
DIY: Wear white lace wrist cuffs or fingerless lace gloves instead.
Rhinestone choker and tiara
A delicate crystal or pearl choker necklace paired with a small silver tiara.
DIY: Use any delicate pearl jewelry you already own and pin a decorative brooch into your hair.
Satin ballet flats
Simple, flat slip-on shoes in white, cream, or a matching pastel shade.
DIY: Use simple nude or white flat shoes.
Regency tailcoat and cravat
For a masculine look, a velvet tailcoat in navy or burgundy, a patterned waistcoat, and a white neck cravat.
DIY: Pair a modern dark blazer with a white satin scarf tied neatly around the neck.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Bridgerton costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the empire-waist gown, ensuring the waistline sits directly beneath the bust.
- 2
Pull on the white satin opera gloves, smoothing them up past your elbows.
- 3
Style your hair into a high, curly Regency-style updo, leaving a few soft tendrils framing your face.
- 4
Place the delicate tiara or hair comb into your updo and secure it with bobby pins.
- 5
Put on the rhinestone or pearl choker necklace and matching drop earrings.
- 6
Finish the look with comfortable satin ballet flats.
Makeup & hair
Style hair into a high, curly updo with soft ringlets framing the face, or use a Regency-style wig. Keep makeup soft and natural with rosy cheeks, a subtle pink lip, and minimal eye makeup for a fresh-faced debutante look.
Bridgerton for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a pastel blue empire-waist gown with a partner in a velvet tailcoat, patterned waistcoat, and white cravat.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the Bridgerton siblings in coordinating pastel blues, or the Featheringtons in bright, citrus-colored gowns.
- kids
- A miniature empire-waist dress in light pink or blue with a small hair bow.
- Plus size
- Empire-waist dresses are highly flattering as they cinch right under the bust; look for gowns with smocked backs for a flexible fit.
- pet
- A small dog-sized velvet cape or a lace collar to mimic Regency high fashion.
Tips
- Wear seamless undergarments or a supportive strapless bra, as empire-waist dresses have high, distinct waistlines.
- If wearing a wig, secure it tightly with a wig cap and bobby pins to keep the heavy updo in place.
- Bring a lace hand fan as both a screen-accurate prop and a practical way to stay cool at crowded events.
Bridgerton costume FAQ
- What color is 'Bridgerton blue'?
- It is a soft, pale powder blue or cornflower blue, famously worn by the Bridgerton family to represent their high social standing and refined taste.
- How do I make a DIY cravat?
- Fold a lightweight white scarf or strip of white fabric lengthwise, wrap it around a high-collared shirt neck, cross it in the front, and secure it with a decorative pin.
- What is the dress style called in Bridgerton?
- The signature dress style is the Regency-era empire-waist gown, characterized by a high waistline resting just below the bust and a long, loose skirt.
Did you know? The costume department for Bridgerton season one created over 7,500 bespoke costume pieces to bring the colorful Regency-era Ton to life.