From gender roles to etiquette to fashion, step back in time to learn more about the real lives of the Regency women who inspired 'Bridgerton.'


To read more about the Regency era and 'Bridgerton' check out these articles from Smithsonian Magazine:

What 'Bridgerton' Gets Wrong About Corsets:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/histor...

The Real History Behind 'Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story'
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart...

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