By nature, regency attire for wealthy elites like those of Bridgerton is quite impressive. Think full, voluminous skirts, embellished dresses, puff sleeves, corsets, bows, feathers, gems ...

London-based stylist Peter Bevan suggests, “If you want to add a touch of Regency era to your wardrobe, one of the simplest ways is with statement sleeves. Look for tops or dresses with some ...

and TV shows and books set in the Regency era have hailed in another period of empire line dresses with short, puffy sleeves. Empress Joséphine Bonaparte was a major influence in popularising the ...