Dearest readers, this author brings elating news... Bridgerton returns for season two on 25 March.
Ok... let's not pretend you didn't know that already. Everyone and their mothers are counting down the days until the return of Bridgerton, the Regencycore lovechild of Netflix. Created by Shonda Rhimes (the queen of addictive TV), Bridgerton released its first season in December 2020. Saving us from the boredom of quarantine and isolation, the Regency-era story (focused on Daphne Bridgerton) brought romance, sex and intrigue to our screens. Plus, getting to hear Julie Andrews as Lady Whistledown is always a treat.
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But, if you weren't too distracted by the storyline, you'd have noticed the stunning set design on Bridgerton, especially in the various Regency townhouses we visit throughout the show. The internet has become obsessed with Regencycore due to the show; an interior design trend that has influences of the Regency and Georgian era. Think Jane Austen, big white wigs, and corsets galore.
Are you interested in adding some Regencycore influences to your home? Well, dearest readers, we've got fun in store for you. Below we have a selection of budget-friendly homeware bits that emulate that classic Bridgerton decor style, categorised into different rooms of a house.
Let's start off with David. No, he's not a bloke from the pub, he's the Renaissance statue made by Michaelangelo in the 16th century. This statue became super popular in the Regency era, as did other Romanesque sculptures. Although this isn't the real thing (can you imagine?!) this little David Statue is 100 per cent Regencycore. Size: You can get him in seven or 15cm. Esteemed members of the Ton say: "It's amazing, it might only be 6" but the detail is incredible and it's got a decent weight to it."
You'll need some new pillows for your sofa next, and what better than this tapestry inspired square pillow?Size: W 43cm x L 43cm x D 15cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "I bought two of these - one for my sofa, one for my accent chair. They look beautiful and go really well with my pink oriental rug. Bargain at £10 too!"
You can't have a Regencycore house without a room divider to brood behind like a Jane Austen character. These room dividers are super affordable and come in cream, dark brown or natural, and with three or six panels (six panels costing £69.99.)Size: 117cm W x 170cm HEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Feels solid and well crafted. Good quality for the price and much more aesthetically pleasing than I had expected. I purchased the natural timber colour and would definitely recommends this."
Not only can you get this Royalcore (which is the gorgeous sister of Regencycore) pillow as a, well, pillow, but also as a poster, notebook, and tons of other products.Size: 40 x 40 to 65 x 65 cm.Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Throw pillow came out beautiful! Love the designer's work. The quality is great. Nice hidden zipper. Fabric is comfortable enough for family to lay down on it as well. I did not buy the insert here. I purchased it separately and it fit just fine."
Wood panel totally transports your room into the Regency past, and this wallpaper comes in five other colours. Use it for a statement wall, or just go all out and paste around the whole house. Roll size: 10.05 x 0.52 metres
Want to feel fancy AF? Get this illuminating globe, and make sure to have a Scotch in hand as you browse the countries. Size: 30cm baseEsteemed members of the Ton say: "My wife requested a globe for her birthday. Thrilled is an understatement, She loves it and the way it illuminates is a visual delight. All our friends think it is such a great feature in our lounge, a nice focal point. PERFECT."
Not only do these elevate any room they're placed in, but they also keep your candles dust-free. Win-win. Size: 29 H x 12 W x 12 D cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "This is a stunning glass dome and big enough to fit most candles. It's also a sturdy good quality glass as well. Loved it!"
You'll have noticed on the show that in several scenes, the ladies of the show will be embroidering fabric with a hoop. Women didn't have a lot to do in those days, so they would create amazing pieces of embroidery art. Placing an embroidering frame in your living room is Regency-era 101. Size: 25cm hoopEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Well made, very sturdy, holds the fabric well, stays in place wherever I put it, the excellent product would highly recommend it."
Everyone deserves a chandelier in their house, and it doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. For only £50, you get this incredible number from Matalan, which will make you feel regal as heck. Size: 145cm x 45cm x 45cmRequires 5 x 40W E14 Candle or 6W E14 LED Candle bulbs
A handwoven throw is a must. Of course, ladies back in the day may have stitched a blanket themselves, but who has got time for that these days? There are six lovely colours available, and it's machine washable - score. Size: 125 cm x 150cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Slightly rough textured with the herringbone weave. Looks perfect over an old leather chair. The tassels are fairly thick so add weight, helps stay in place. Brighter green than pictured with some vivid luminous green threads. Feels nice to sit on, not too slippy."
Romanticise any room with this gorgeous glass candlestick from Liberty, for only £9.
If you don't want an overhead chandelier, why not get a chandelier flower vase instead? So chic. Size: H 28cm x D 30cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "A very striking piece which looks effective empty or with stems in it. As usual, an excellent purchase from Rockett St George."
This item is slightly more expensive than our other options, but there are some things that are too good to miss. This ottoman is the epitome of Regencycore and is named Eloise... aka Eloise Bridgerton. It is meant to be. It comes in champagne, blush or teal. Size: H 40 x W 80 x D 40cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Beautiful rich colour and the velvet makes it looks so expensive. A dark teal colour which looks fabulous. Its worth the price."
Putting a Valance on your window is the simplest way to bring Regencycore into any space, for example in your kitchen. They're so elegant and this particular brand offers 10 colours to choose from. Size: 54 x 18cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "The quality of this valance is beautifully made. It adds elegance to my sheer living room drapes nicely. The rust and gold (very rich looking) combination is perfect for my colour scheme, which goes well with all of my furniture throughout the room. "
Another simple way to bring the vintage into your room is finding antique vases to place as decor. Etsy is a fantastic place to search for such things, and this mid-century vase is stunning. Look for other regency style vases on Etsy here.Size: 15cm H, 15cm D, 15cm W
Need something to place in your vase? Don't bother with real flowers, too many of us are terrible plant parents. Why not then go for some flashing fake flowers? You can choose from 29 different colours on Amazon. Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Far exceeded expectations. Once I had unpacked them they straightened out and looked lovely. I don't know why anyone would pay extra for well-known brands. I always hated the idea of artificial flowers but these look great in a vintage vase in a dark corner of my bedroom without the expense of fresh flowers or maintenance of a houseplant which probably wouldn't thrive in such a dark corner."
Ok... this one is stupid. But so stupid, that it's brilliant. The description of this item speaks for itself: quote "Hold Simon in your hand and soon you'll be licking cake batter off his gazebo." Wowee. This wooden spoon is food-safe thanks to the image being engraved. Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Perfect for my friend! She can now lick the Duke's face whenever she likes!"
If you want your house to have total Bridgerton vibes, you should defo deck your walls with some classy Regency-era art. For example, this beautiful painting features a Ginger Jar, a popular piece of china in the Georgian/Regency time period. Size: 30 x 20 to 122 x 81cm
Bridgerton showed us that we could have representation in period dramas. As described by the artist of this piece, "I started making these digital art illustrations for the #BlackApparelArts challenge on Instagram which aims to bring more representation into historical fashion plates". We love to see it. Size: 14.9cm H, 14.9cm WEsteemed members of the Ton say: "I bought these as a gift for my mother's birthday. It was super easy even though I live in Australia and my mother is in the USA. My mom said, "these are the best gift I've ever received." She loved everything down to the handwriting on the envelope. 10/10! Thanks so much."
Have you ever wanted an antique wall hanging of a period lady taking a selfie? No? Well, you might do now. It's a genius idea. Size: 83 x 110cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Can't tell you how much I love this wall hanging! It's exceeded my expectations by far! Beautiful deep, rich, moody colours, such soft luxurious velvet ... and quirky! What more could you ask for?"
As discussed before, embroidery was hugely popular back in the time that Bridgerton is set. There are three gorgeous embroidery hoop art pieces to choose from here, or you could get all three for £65.
Or why not try out some art yourself? Have a go at felting, which is embroidery with felt instead of thread, to make this adorable scene of two otters swimming together. The kit includes step-by-step colour instructions, felting wool, felting needles, felt fabric, bamboo embroidery hoop, and a foam pad to work onSize: 15cm diameterEsteemed members of the Ton say: "I have gifted this to someone who I believe has hidden crafting talents. It's so cute..."
Celebrate the wicked Lady Whistledown with this banner from Etsy. Size: 11in H x 9in WEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Beautiful banner, great quality and arrived quickly. The shop owner is amazing!! Super helpful and responsive! Thank you so much!"
Oooor honour the Bridgerton family house with this print. Frame it in an antique frame to really level it up. Size: A5 to A3Esteemed members of the Ton say: "I absolutely LOVE my print from HeatherRose Designs! The quality is excellent and exceeded my expectations. It fits perfectly in an A4 frame and looks brilliant in my home. Would 100% recommend it! Great communication with the artist and beautiful packaging too."
There's nothing better than upgrading to a new duvet cover. You feel like a totally new person. Want to feel new, and regal? Go for this Mandalay white duvet set from Dunelm, which is budget-friendly whilst being hella luxurious. It comes in double or king sized. Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Very pleased with this bedding. Looks sumptuous and more expensive than it was. It stays neat-looking on the bed and doesn't need ironing."
Up next, we have some pillows. Adulting means buying a ton of decorative pillows that you chuck off the bed into the corner of the room before you go to sleep. This floral pattern totally gives us Bridgerton vibes, including the bumblebee - because of the late Mr Bridgerton being stung by one!Size: 60 x 40cm
These Isabella Pleated Curtains are certified stunning and come in ochre, blue or pink. Size: From 114 x 137 to 229 x 229cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "I bought these about a month ago now. I love them- excellent quality. I would recommend to family and friends."
Simple and classic, an ivory table lamp can be a small swap to easily bring Regencycore into your space. Size: 15cm D x H 31cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Gives plenty of light, perfect for my Louis lV dressing table or side tables."
Another slightly more expensive item on our list, but invest in this bad boy and you'll be set for years to come. This rug from French Connection is "woven with a jute-chenille blend, giving it a hardened feel and distinct vintage effect. It is printed and brush washed to create elegant muted tones and open the chenille yarn." Over the years, "this unique process can cause threads to loosen, giving the product an authentic appeal."Size: 180cm L x 120 cm W
David is back again, this time in candle form. Place this in your bathroom, or any other room in your house for that matter, and enjoy the fresh scent of Bois, which is "a fresh, herbal accord of eucalyptus and spices, leading into a heart of clove, floral, magnolia and nutmeg. Woody base notes include cedar wood, musk and mosses". If that doesn't sound like your cup of tea, the company also does custom scent orders, and four colour options. Size: 14.5cm H, 9.8cm WEsteemed members of the Ton say: "These are as beautiful as in the photo. Absolutely love them. Very well packed. Will be purchasing from this company again."
If you're struggling to fill a blank space on your wall, a cute mirror will do the trick. This regal mirror from Amazon comes in gold or white, and you can even get a pack of two. Size: 25 x 37.4cmEsteemed members of the Ton say: "A bit smaller than I thought but still a nice mirror for the money."
A toilet is much like your own personal throne, so glam up your toilet space with this brass toilet roll holder. Size: 11cm H x 20cm x W x 8cm projection
Old-fashioned bird cages are perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, and you can place anything in them - tealights, candles, plants, you name it. Size: 16cm W, 30cm H (large cage), 12.5cm W, 21cm H (small cage)Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Real value for money. I've popped flowers in both and they are hanging in the porch. Adds chic and colour."
The Bridgerton family home is pretty iconic, but then so is your family (probably). Celebrate your heritage with this Bridgerton style door plate, which you can totally customise to your liking. It's made from weather-resistant, durable acrylic, so your legacy shall never fade (...too dramatic?)Size: 25cm L x 15cm W x 7mm thicknessEsteemed members of the Ton say: "Beautiful"
However, if you're looking for a slightly different style, this stone door number plate also gives off major Regencycore energy. Size: There are four different size options, in rectangle or oval, (slate thickness: 4-6mm)Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Just what we needed and should have done it long ago. Very nice natural finish [slate] looks very nice on our wall next to gate. We often get delivery people asking where we are , so they can't miss this now! Thought it would be too big but just right when applied to wall. Comes with pre-drilled holes 2 x screws / 2 raw plugs 2 x caps to cover screws. Great price and quick delivery."
The regency era was obsessed with Renaissance artwork, so give your garden the Bridgerton treatment with this stunning Classic European Wall Niche. The niche doesn't come with the statue in the centre, based on Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus", so if you're wanting the same look as the picture, we've found a beautiful statue on Etsy for only £16. We've got your back ud83dude4f.Size: 55cm H x 27cm W x 10cm D, weighs 2kg Esteemed members of the Ton say: "Looks as promised and it dresses up my brick wall. When weather clears up I will be out there trying out vines and vases!"
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