Nicola Coughlan Best Bridgerton Looks

Bridgerton is full of different colors that represent symbols and status, and Penelope is no different. From yellow to pink to orange, there seems to be a story in Penelope’s outfits. She’s the only character that wears yellow, and even though she complains about it sometimes, yellow was one of the Regency era’s most fashionable color.  Lots of the Bridgerton story-telling is told through over the top, extravagant outfits. Just like her outfits, Penelope is complex.

And like the rest of her family (who comes from new money), Penelope’s mom is a maximalist. Think tons of ruffles, embellished details, florals, and outrageous colors. She’s a believer in the “more is more” philosophy and dresses her daughters in bold color palette because she wants them to be seen, and wants to show off their beauty. Sometimes the whole series feels like a fashion show where each person is trying to outshine the next.

We also love the representation of a plus-size queen amongst the show’s size zeros, and Nicola Coughland as a Bridgerton looks just as gorgeous as her less curvaceous counterparts.

1. In this rare look, we see Penelope without her usual adornments of accessories. Still, her wig floral add-ons are flawless as always. This time, the dress is a mix of peachy and yellow tones that culminates in a golden sunset look which perfectly matches her red ringlets.

2. This dress also has  a sunset vibe, with sherbet undertones that remind us of the other candy-colored outfits that Penelope Featherington wears. Puffy cap sleeves adorn a patterned dress that has either levels or closed flower buds. We’re not sure which it is, but are slightly obsessed.

3. This pretty in pink look is more pastels than Penelope is used to wearing. We love the 3D floral additions on her sleeves as well as the floral centerpiece on the bust, with black lace trim. But what really pulls this outfit together is those sheer pink polka-dotted gloves.

4. Ok, this pink is more Penelope’s normal speed. It looks lovely on her fair skin, and this time she chooses a more opaque magenta glove with frilled details. The flower detailing on this outfit is filled with rich but not overly gaudy colors, and that dazzling necklace top adds a bright and shimmery aspect to this memorable look.