“Bridgerton” is a show that revolves around Daphne Bridgerton (Pheobe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. However, the focus of this analysis is about the one who reigns over, Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel). They aimed to capture her progress as a person as well as her style’s development.

When Charlotte was younger, pastels were popular on her. She wore exquisitely designed corseted dresses in pastel blues, fruity pink, mint green, off-white, and lavender.  This decision was ideal for the part of a youthful Charlotte, who was fiery and independent despite her innocence. The muted colors represented her growing love for King George III as she made her way through the complicated realm of royalty.

The garments of Queen Charlotte exhibit an amazing level of attention to detail. Her iconic gold coronation gown with its elaborate and every detail, from the stitching to the retro florals on her “orange picking” attire, was a work of art. Her ensembles gained depth and refinement from the layers of pink layering and silver embroidery.

The Georgian era, which gave rise to Queen Charlotte’s reign, was characterized by tight waists, hooped skirts, frills, and ornate undergarments. But the Queen refused to accept change, preferring to stay entrenched in the past. Her unwillingness served as a metaphor for her marriage to the mentally disturbed king and even though she loved him very much, their relationship was difficult and painful and her costumes throughout the seasons are a continuous reflection of that.