Each season focuses on the love life of one of the family’s siblings.

Of course, that doesn’t stop the avid viewers from shipping the cast members together.

Another element of the series that fans love isthe stunning “Bridgerton” costumes.

“Bridgerton” costars Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan

Due to the elaborate costumes, however, many of the actors look very different in real life.

Another key difference is that Coughlan is from Ireland and had to put on a British accent.

“And then in Season three, she’s a woman.

(L) Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington in Episode 308 of “Bridgerton” (R) Nicola Coughlan on the red carpet

Sort of talks a little more grounded.”

“Making it about how I look is reductive and boring.”

Within reason, it’s part of it."

(L) Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton in Episode 306 of “Bridgerton” (R) Luke Thompson at the 2024 Olivier Awards

However, she was called back to read the part and drawn in by the character.

She’s written with such humility and grace and is a woman whose bereavement has shaped her.

And that appealed to me," she said.

(L) Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton (R) Ruth Gemmell in a blue dress at “Bridgerton” premiere

Instead, Jessie favors wearing her hair parted to the side with some face-framing layers but no bangs.

The actress also wears darker eye makeup, Eloise, who has a more natural look.

One of the biggest differences between the actor and her character is not her looks but her background.

(R) Claudia Jessie as Eloise Bridgerton in Episode 305 of “Bridgerton” (L) Actor Claudia Jessie attends “Bridgerton” Season 3 premiere in 2024

She can be a voice and she can hopefully use her privilege for good," the actor said.

She’s styled with minimal makeup, light colors, and short bangs to highlight that innocence.

Her overall look is softer than the more modern style the actor wears in her day-to-day life.

(L) Phoebe Dynevor as Daphne Bridgerton in Episode 108 (R) Phoebe Dynevor attending the Academy Museum Gala in 2024

“I was really naive.

I don’t think there was a period of my life as an actor when I thought about fame.

However, you likely didn’t recognize her because she looks so different in “Bridgerton.”

(L) Polly Walker as Portia Featherington in Episode 102 (R) Polly Walker wears white at 2023 Screen Actors Guild Award event

Her red hair is also done in elaborate updos with stiff curls.

It’s a big difference from the simpler and more relaxed look the actor presents in her daily life.

“I have relished in the audience getting to see other sides to her, a more vulnerable side.

(L) Adjoa Andoh as Lady Agatha Danbury in Episode 306 of “Bridgerton” (R) Adjoa Andoh attends the “Barcelona” West End opening in 2024

I think it will gain her a bit of sympathy with people.”

Throughout the show, she typically dons jewel-toned tailored dresses and structured hats.

That’s 61 years oflifelife.

(R) Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton in Episode 306 of “Bridgerton” (L) Luke Newton poses in pinstripe suit

It kind of completely just changed my lifestyle.

Despite their similarities, there are a couple of key differences between the character and the actor.

Notably, Newton doesn’t have Colin’s iconic sideburns.

(R) Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte in Episode 307 of “Bridgerton” (L) Golda Rosheuvel attends “Bridgerton”  premiere

The actor doesn’t wear his facial hair like that, but he grew it out for the part.

Golda Rosheuvel - Queen Charlotte

Queen Charlotte has an essential role in the “Bridgerton” universe.

The character is instantly recognizable in every scene due to her lavish style and tall wigs.

(L) Jessica Madsen as Cressida Cowper in Episode 305 of “Bridgerton” (R)Jessica Madsen at the “Bridgerton” premiere

As a biracial woman, Rosheuvel was ideal to play the crucial part.

Charlotte’s ever-changing wigs are often blonde, which is a contrast from Rosheuvel’s dark hair.

Although Rosheuvel is a fashion-forward woman, becoming Queen Charlotte is a full metamorphosis.

(L) Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma in Episode 203 of “Bridgerton” (R) Simone Ashley in metallic dress

She toldWWDthat the transformation typically takes two hours.

They give you the character, so much of it, I feel” (viaCinema Blend).

“I love it.

(L) Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton in Episode 101 of “Bridgerton” (R) Jonathan Bailey attends “Wicked” premiere

Although the actor and character are both stunning, Ashley’s style is much more free-spirited and contemporary.

According to Ashley, costuming and mannerisms were crucial to embodying her dignified character.

“I love dressing up for ‘Bridgerton.’

(L) Martins Imhangbe as Will Mondrich in Episode 205 of “Bridgerton” (R) Martins Imhangbe attends GQ event

It’s an honor to wear our costume designer, tailor, and seamstresses' work.

You step out feeling like a princess,” the actor toldVogue.

“Women weren’t really allowed to be tactile, cross their legs.

(L) Florence Hunt as Hyacinth Bridgerton in Episode 305 of “Bridgerton” (R) Florence Hunt at Paris Fashion Week 2025

Simple things that I, as myself, kind of naturally went into.

Speaking toLogo TV, Bailey said the carefully groomed muttonchops were an important part of getting into character.

“I think for Anthony, it’s really important that he felt sharp and serious.

“I think it’s pretty much, for me, a dream come true.

Imhangbe looks very similar in the show and in real life.

Both he and the character have a shaved head and carefully groomed beard.

The key difference is the regency costumes that he wears on screen.

In 2024, Hunt received the honor of being named one of the stars of tomorrow byScreen Daily.

While playing Hyacinth, Hunt typically has her hair up and curled into ringlets.

She also wears minimal makeup for a young and fresh-faced look.

In real life, the actress frequently wears her hair down and lets it stay in natural-looking waves.

She also wears trendy clothes and makeup that quickly set her apart from her 19th-century role.