How To Bring Regencycore Into Your Home

With Bridgerton back on screens, you may find yourself yearning for a tasteful touch of bygone elegance in your home. 

Bridgerton is back on screen, and the allure of Regency-era dramas is impossible to resist. Beyond the corsets and courtship, one of the show’s real draws is its interiors. Not only do the opulent sets and period buildings provide a suitable romantic backdrop for the show’s epic love stories, but they also serve to inspire modern-day homeowners looking to embrace the ever-popular trend of ‘Regencycore’.

Regencycore is the contemporary interpretation of 19th-century interior design, drawing from the styles popular in Britain during the Regency period, under the influence of the Prince Regent. Rooted in Neoclassicism, Regency interiors looked to ancient Greek and Roman architecture for proportion and symmetry, softened by richer colors, bolder ornaments, and a sense of theater. At the time, the style marked a move away from Georgian restraint, hinting at the more expressive interiors that would follow.

For those looking to incorporate Regencycore into their homes, design experts say today’s approach is all about selective referencing. Esra Kumbasar, senior design director at Accouter, recommends a deliberate but restrained approach. “While Regencycore naturally lends itself to period properties, it translates just as effectively into modern homes when approached with intention,” she says. “Contemporary properties benefit from carefully-curated Regency nods that sit comfortably within a modern framework, rather than replicating the style in full.”

Lara Clarke, founder of Lara Clarke Interiors, echoes this more subtle approach, affirming Regencycore is not about grand remodeling, but selective, thoughtful additions. “In a modern space, it is less about historical accuracy and more about capturing the atmosphere,” she says. “You don’t need high ceilings to add a touch of romance or grandeur; it’s about how you dress the space you have.”

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Color is often the most effective entry point. “People are no longer afraid of color; in fact, they are craving it,” says Clarke. Traditional Regency palettes – and some of Bridgerton’s most memorable rooms – lean towards light blues, greens, and pinks, offset by deeper jewel tones, creams, and soft neutrals. “Pink and green is a classic Regency combination that works beautifully today,” Clarke notes. “Think soft pistachios or sage greens paired with a dusty rose.”

Art also plays a central role in dressing a more modern space with a Regency-era edge. Stuart Geddes, managing director of The Lanesborough, one of London’s Regency grand dames, echoes this sentiment, noting the value of curated pieces in bringing historical context and a visual story to a space. 

“When selecting art, look for works that reflect the tastes of affluent households of the early 19th century,” he suggests. Speaking to his own experience dressing the luxury hotel, he recounts, “at The Lanesborough, a 2,000-piece collection was developed in collaboration with VISTO and Alberto Pinto Interior Design, reinforcing the feel of an English gentleman’s home from the 1830s and elevating the Regency character throughout the hotel.”

Texture and detailing are where Regencycore really comes into its own. Interior designer Katharine Pooley suggests introducing period-inspired accessories such as tassels and trimmings on curtains, cushions, or upholstery. These softer details, she notes, add depth and warmth, particularly as light moves through a room. 

To build on these softer accents, subtle gilding or muted gold elements can be incorporated to highlight architectural features or period accessories. Kumbasar suggests antique gold, brass, and bronze finishes to add warmth and a sense of heritage “without feeling excessive.”

Bedrooms are particularly well-suited to Regencycore makeovers. Clarke points to bed canopies and half-testers as surprisingly easy ways to introduce drama, height, and a focal point in a more plain, contemporary room. Layering fabrics is key here: Pooley recommends silk or cashmere bed curtains with embroidered edges, alongside generously-sized, plump cushions to build softness and depth.

While Bridgerton fever may not last forever, the Regencycore interior aesthetic seems to be moving with the times, as experts see shifts away from the beige-ification of interiors. “We are most certainly moving away from pared-back minimalism,” says Kumbasar. “There is a renewed appreciation for spaces that feel considered and lived-in rather than stark or overly restrained.”

She notes a shift towards spaces that celebrate character, in whatever form that may be. “After spending so much time in our homes recently, there is a renewed desire for spaces that express personality and spark joy.” And Regencycore certainly ticks those boxes.