Behind the opulence and spectacle of the costumes in Bridgerton is a secret as to what may lie ahead in the season 2 ending. Season 2 of the popular Netflix show mixes Regency-era fashion with a modern twist. Bold, colorful gowns with symbolic embellishments stand out in the historical fantasy. A close eye will notice how the costumes from the first episode of Bridgerton season 2 foreshadow what love match is to come.
In Bridgerton season 2, the storyline focuses on the eldest Bridgerton sibling, Anthony. He instantly sets his eyes on marrying the diamond of the season, Edwina Sharma. Instead, it isn't long before Anthony falls for Edwina's elder sister, Kate, as he tries to earn her respect and blessing to court Edwina. The outfits further enhance this messy love triangle. Costume designers Ellen Mirojnick from season 1 and Sophie Canale from season 2 both use costumes to help tell the story. Close attention to a character's costume can depict their personality, societal position, and journey throughout the show.
The Bridgerton family is always seen in cool tones of blue and occasionally lilac, cream, and green. These colors help to depict their high standing in society and air of luxury. In Bridgerton season 2, Anthony is almost exclusively seen in blue, favoring rich indigos and navy-blue tailcoats and vests. The first time Kate is introduced on screen, she wears a blue dress and riding cloak. Kate prefers teal tones which are bold and commanding, like her personality. This costuming color hints at her being an ideal fit for Anthony. In contrast, Edwina never dresses in blue, indicating she will not be a true love match for Anthony, showing that these color choices spoil the ending.
After visualizing how much Kate and Anthony match, seeing Edwina's light colors alongside Anthony creates a stark contrast. Physically seeing them on screen together mismatched shows they are never destined to be married. Edwina favors much lighter hues, often dressing in pinks and lilacs. These colors symbolize first love, purity, and innocence, matching Edwina's personality and current journey.
Costume designer Sophie Canale often has Kate and Anthony match perfectly while on screen together. When hunting, Kate wears a peacock blue top hat and riding coat while Anthony wears a matching blue velvet waistcoat. Kate and Anthony often dress in deep blues, including their time at the royal races and in the woods for their first meeting. The costumes in Anthony and Kate's final scene forego a darker pallet, instead opting for lighter colors to match their newlywed mood. Anthony's vest is covered in gold flowers to match the floral pattern on Kate's dress.
By the end of Bridgerton season 2, Kate has left behind the dark layers of fabric. As she has found love with Anthony, her costumes lighten in color and fabric to represent the lifting of the heart. Edwina remains innocent and hopeful, with her outfits reflecting that. Her light pink tones will likely continue onwards into season 3 as Edwina continues searching for her own love match.