Corsets, drama, and a little scandal: How this ‘Bridgerton’ look stole the show

The city of Mayfair in ‘Bridgerton’s latest season saw the entry of new characters, glamorous new looks, fashionable masquerade balls, and more. But, amidst the sweeping skirts and glittering tiaras, one intimate corset look stood out as the loudest fashion moment.One of the lead characters, Violet Bridgerton, portrayed by actress Ruth Gemmell, shows up in a stunning corset. This piece became an epitome of glam in Regency-core fashion and is far from just a decorative item. But it becomes a symbol of freedom, boldness, and confidence.

For a scene, she wore a beautiful muted sage gown with a cool blue-undertoned corset, which felt modern and deliberate and carried a deeper meaning under the voluminous gowns.

This silk duchesse corset, constructed by Stephen Williams, features a flat linen cord that is stitched into clean architectural lines and carries a sculpted bodice detailing with quiet drama.Decorated with soft panels of Chantilly lace, with faint metallic rose motifs threaded on them, the intricate detailing added a soft, romantic whisper texture, which gave the ideal look. This piece looked like it came straight out of a romantic fantasy, but with an emotional armour.

The styling decision is another thing that made the corset stand out above all. Instead of pairing it with traditional 19th-century loungewear, it is styled with a traditional chemise, silk, and Chantilly lace French knickers, which gives a structured and streamlined touch to the whole look. This was the most unconventional choice that sharpened the overall look and simply made the corset look iconic.But the lady of the hour did not forget her stunning matching robe.

She wore a brushed silk satin, weightless robe, decorated with painterly silver and gold brushstrokes. It also came with French seams and chiffon linings, which allowed it to swiftly glide with every step. Her hair and makeup followed a rather subtle philosophy, where she decorated her face with loose tendrils and went with a warm and barely-there makeup. This entire appearance of the character went viral because of the bold and structural detailing, which came completely out of the blue.

Violet’s character in the series is of a warm, jolly, and adorably controlling mother who has forgotten her personal wants and has only focused on the weddings of her children. But, in this season, she hunts for her own happiness and takes a page out of her life, which is led by the societal norms. Under the candlelight in the tightest corset, she, for the first time in the longest time, breathes freely and delivers a line that instantly ricochets across the internet. She says, “I am the tea that you are having.” With no grand staircase reveal or orchestral drama in the background, this piece, which spoke the loudest amidst the lavish gowns, reminded us that fashion in the 20th century was used not just as a decorative item but also as a bold language.