As 18th and 19th-century historian Dr. Lizzie Rogers — who taught a regency course for BBC History in January 2024 — points out to PEOPLE, Bridgerton is a period drama, not a documentary.

The show, set in London in 1813, has prompted viewers to question how much of it can truly be described as historically accurate, from its over-the-top costumes to 'colour-conscious' casting.

While period drama TV shows may seem a tad niche, they manage to captivate their respective audiences with ease. Fans adore ...

Simone Ashley’s Sheer Take on Regency Era Style Is Actually Kind of Historically Accurate She wore a deconstructed blush gown for the season three, part two premiere of Bridgerton ...

But just days before, people learned their regency ball gowns wouldn't be needed, because the event is being postponed another month, and if you can't make it, you're not getting your money back.

The International Club of D.C. and Dumbarton House hosted its first Jane Austen ball Saturday, featuring plenty of Regency-era attire and Viennese waltz.

What part of the dance scenes in Season 1 of 'Bridgerton' were not historically accurate. One reason is the chokers worn by the dancers.

BRIDGERTON has taken the top spot on Netflix and fans have fallen in love with the extravagant period costumes. How accurate are the Bridgerton costumes?

What fans do see is based on historical customs, however: Rogers points to Daphne’s pulled-back style with face-framing fringe and curls as a Regency “classic.” According to Rogers, the hairstyles ...