Claudia Jessie has little interest in dressing like her Bridgerton character off camera.
The 36-year-old actress, who has played Eloise Bridgerton since the series debuted in 2020, said her personal style is a far cry from the corsets and dresses seen on screen.
“I feel like we started wearing corsets in our real lives or were inspired by them in our real lives? I have to be honest. I want to put on a tracksuit as soon as I’m done [filming]she joked People at the Bridgerton season 4 premiere in Paris.
She added that wearing corsets in real life doesn’t appeal to her. Jessie joked that while she has no plans to take over Eloise’s wardrobe, she would be curious to see the reaction if she showed up to a pub dressed from head to toe in Regency clothing.
‘Although, I’ll tell you what, I wouldn’t mind turning up in a pub just dressed like full Regency [era-inspired]. Look what happens. Just go wild,” she told the magazine.
Bridgerton is known for its striking costumes, from ball gowns to corsets, that are as iconic as the romance. The show combines historical styles with a modern look.
Season 1 costume designer Ellen Mirojnick previously explained that the wardrobe drew inspiration from Regency-era art while aiming for an ambitious look. The costume department created thousands of pieces, from accessories to full ensembles, to dress the show’s extensive cast.
Despite the elaborate designs, Jessie says the costumes are more comfortable than they seem. She noted that most of the problems stem from what viewers don’t see. She films while wearing microphone packs and shapewear under dresses, which can make basic breaks difficult.
Part one of Bridgerton season 4 premieres on January 29. The new season introduces Sophie Baek, played by Yerin Ha, and revolves around her romance with Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson.
