Regencycore

aka Bridgerton Aesthetic, Regency Era Fashion

established

"Courtship and scandal in silk and satin"

Inspired by Regency-era England (1811-1820), featuring empire waistlines, delicate fabrics, and romantic period drama aesthetics.

Atmosphere

The sensory world of Regencycore

Ballrooms, garden promenades, handwritten letters, tea time, string quartets, candlelit soirées

Philosophy

Romance is an art form. Elegance is timeless. Manners matter. Love conquers all societal barriers.

Who Lives Here

The character archetypes that embody Regencycore

The Debutante

The Dashing Duke

The Scandalous Lady

The Romantic

What It Rejects

Regencycore exists in opposition to:

Modern casualness

Vulgarity

Fast-paced living

Digital communication

Daily Rituals

The practices and behaviors that define this way of living

Tea ceremonies

Letter writing

Ballroom dancing

Garden strolls

Reading period novels

Origin

Surged in popularity following the release of Netflix's Bridgerton in 2020, sparking renewed interest in Regency fashion and romance.

Era

2020-Present

Regions

Online, UK, Global

Trend Score

82

Key Elements

Key Garments

  • Empire waist dresses
  • Corsets
  • Puff sleeves
  • Long gloves
  • Pearl necklaces
  • Bonnets
  • Elegant gowns
  • Tailcoats

Silhouettes

  • Empire waist
  • A-line
  • Romantic

Color Palette

Soft, romantic pastels with luxurious accents

Primary Colors

Powder blue
Blush pink
Ivory

Secondary Colors

Lavender
Sage green

Accent Colors

Gold
Pearl white

Key Brands

Hill House Home
indiecore
Selkie
indiecore
Reformation
luxuryadjacent

Materials

SilkSatinTulleLaceVelvet

Cultural Context

Romanticizing historical elegance, courtship rituals, and the drama of Regency-era society. Influenced heavily by period dramas and Jane Austen adaptations.

Associated Music

ClassicalString quartetsOrchestral covers of pop songs

Core Relationships

Influenced By

Victorian fashion
Historical costuming
Period dramas

Influences

Bridgerton
Pride & Prejudice
Jane Austen novels
Regency history

Related Cores

Coquette
Romantic
Victorian
Last updated: January 17, 2026