13 'Bridgerton'-inspired outfits to dress like your favorite character - TODAY

Posted: 22 Jan 2021 09:48 AM PST

There are many reasons you could have blown through the first season of "Bridgerton" on Netflix. Maybe it was the drama and intrigue that had you hooked. Maybe it was the glamour of 19th century society life. Or it could have been the costumes.

The "Bridgerton" warehouse housed more than 7,500 custom-made pieces of wardrobe for the show, according to a behind-the-scenes video from Netflix. Each character had dozens of costume changes (Daphne wears more than 100 different dresses over the course of the first season), and each costume is seemingly more elaborate than the one before. Silk gowns in pastels, bright florals and jewel tones shine on screen — particularly when paired with ruffles, feathers and wigs that would make Marie Antoinette jealous.

But if you've blown through the eight episodes of "Bridgerton" on Netflix and are finding your own life a little ho-hum, may we suggest dressing like your favorite character?

Scroll through to discover 13 dresses, blouses and tunics that will make every day feel a bit more like an episode of "Bridgerton." (Unfortunately, romantic suitors not included.)

Madewell Silk Organza Puff Sleeve

You may not be making your society debut this season but, at the very least, you can feel like it in this organza dress from Madewell. The slip underneath is removable, so you can style this floaty, delicate number in either a demure or dazzling way.

Mango Plumeti Sleeve Dress

A dramatic sleeve is one way to make an impression on the marriage market. This dress does for your arms what fishnet tights do for your legs. It's fun, it's flirty and very Featherington.

H&M Puffed Sleeve Dress

Although you might not be being courted by a prince at the moment, you can still dress like a princess. The puffed sleeves, square neckline and ruched chest elevate this mini dress into something worthy of the most talked-about debutante of the season.

EXPRESS Lace Ruched Sleeve Mock Neck Top

The lace ruched sleeves of this top are a lesson in extravagance. Consider layering this piece underneath a sleeveless dress to create over-the-top romantic vibes, worthy of any of the ladies in the Queen's court.

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Topshop Ruched Floral Print Mini Dress

Many of the "Bridgerton" costumes are Regency-era London done up in acid-bright colors. This Topshop dress takes those influences and makes it everyday wearable. Bright pink florals become easy to dress either up or down, thanks to the black base of this pattern.

& Other Stories Satin Square Neck Midi Dress

A powerful sleeve might make you feel like a 19th-century lady, but a proper square neckline will get your look listed on the scandal sheet as "incomparable." Pair this dress with boots to update the silhouette for the 21st century.

ASOS Design Cowl Neck Satin Tea Midi Dress

This brightly hued dress from ASOS is elegant and colorful enough to make you stand out at any ball (or Zoom date). It's finished with ultra-flattering details like button closures at the hip and a slit that hits perfect territory between demure and daring.

Tach Clothing Ruched Puff Sleeve Dress

The ruffle trim of this puff sleeve dress is a nod to Daphne's delicate debutante dresses in the early episodes. And the shimmering, semi-sheer fabric gives a touch of glamour for your own debut — even if that debut is just walking out your front door.

Free People Cassis Midi Dress

This light blue boho dress is what we imagine Daphne Bridgerton would wear to the beach if she lived in 2021. The open neck keeps the dress looking youthful and the lace detailing adds a touch of romance.

Free People Loretta Tunic

This tunic from Free People is comfy enough to wear when you're lounging, rewatching your favorite episodes. When your social calendar ramps back up again, pair this dress with sandals or boots for a chic and easy look that will make any event feel a bit more like a debutante ball.

Lucy in the Sky Puff Sleeve Dress

If your favorite parts of "Bridgerton" are the steamy bits, pay homage in this ruched look. The chiffon sleeves make the look romantic while the corseting and and dangling ties add a dose of sex appeal. The good thing about this type of corseting is that you'll never cinch it so tightly that you faint in public.

Chi Chi London Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

If your style inspiration errs on the side of royal, draw inspiration from Queen Charlotte with this sumptuous mini dress. With gold detailing and voluminous sleeves, you'll always make a dramatic entrance in this number.

Ganni Seersucker Mini Dress

We'd like to define this dress as "Daphne Bridgerton by way of Wes Anderson." The oversized pilgrim collar and modern print give this dress whimsy while the balloon sleeves keep the romantic vibes strong.

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The Markarian Dress Dr. Biden Wore Dress Quintupled Sales For the Young Designer - Vogue

Posted: 29 Jan 2021 02:10 PM PST

Photo Credit: JONATHAN ERNST / Contributor

There has always been emphasis on what the first lady wears to inauguration day. In an article on first lady inaugural fashion, Lisa Kathleen Graddy, curator of American political history, reform movements, and women's political history at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American history tells Vogue, "Why do we care what the first lady wears? She is considered to be the first lady of American society. She's going out and representing us across the country and around the world, so people tend to feel that they have a right to have an opinion." The first lady's sartorial choices are in part so anticipated because they are also symbolic, a message sent to the American people. Dr. Biden was no exception. At the swearing-in ceremony for President Biden, she wore a custom, robin's egg blue outfit by the up-and-coming American label Markarian, known for feminine, cinched at the waist cocktail dresses.

Dr. Biden's support of young American design talent isn't just a symbolic gesture, in the see-now-buy-now age, a FLOTUS sartorial choice has direct economic impact, too. Luxury online retailer Moda Operandi shared with Vogue that they saw a 570% week over week spike in Markarian sales inauguration week, with the most sales falling on inauguration day, January 20th, specifically right after 11:00am (the start time of the inauguration). The most purchased items reported were two of the brand's cinched-at-the-waist dresses, one a blue floral pleated corset dress, and the other a solid white midi, ideal for soireés and weddings in what's to be a hopeful 2021 future. And, the spike isn't over. The retailer reports that there has since been a continued 50% lift in organic traffic to their site with major contributing searches including "Markarian" and "Sergio Hudson" (the designer responsible for former first lady Michelle Obama's buzzy inauguration look and Vice President Harris' inaugural concert outfit). FiveStory New York also sold twenty Markarian pieces in the two days after the Inauguration, and saw a 200% increase in traffic to their site.

Markarian's own website proved their customer base had grown, too. "Since the inauguration, we've seen our website traffic, website sales, and custom design inquiries surge. Our customer base has widened and brand awareness has increased." designer Alexandra O'Neill tells Vogue. So much so that, "husbands are now contacting us about getting presents for their wives, which never used to happen before….Our growth means we can give more business to the fine craftspeople of NYC's Garment Center, which I am extremely passionate about supporting."

Since the fashion industry has been so impacted by COVID-19, it's exciting to see politicians making purposeful choices to support small designers. "We know the impact of Dr. Biden on our business will be immeasurable." O'Neill tells Vogue. "We are so honored that Dr. Biden chose to wear the look we designed for her." Here, shop some of Markarian's best pieces below.

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