Plan your Bridgerton themed party with these ideas inspired by Julia Quinn’s popular book series and the Netflix adaptation. There are delectable tea party food and drinks, stunning Regency-era dresses, and beautiful pastel decor ideas. You’re bound to have a delightful time, so let’s get the party started!
What is a Bridgerton themed party?
A Bridgerton party is a themed event inspired by the popular book and Netflix series set in the Regency era. Guests dress in period costumes, enjoy classical music, and eat traditional British refreshments.
To throw a Bridgeton party, decorate with elegant pastel decor and feminine floral arrangements. Serve tea, finger sandwiches, and pastries. Have guests dress in Regency-era costumes, and play classical music.
Bridgerton Party Food
At your Bridgerton party, serve traditional British fare, such as finger sandwiches, scones, cookies, and cupcakes. To drink, serve hot and iced teas, as well as fresh cocktails. Good ingredients to consider include lemon and lavender.
Finger Foods
CUCUMBER SANDWICH
Cucumber sandwiches are quintessential tea party food. A simple crowd-pleaser, they’re a must.
SMOKED SALMON TEA SANDWICHES
Smoked salmon tea sandwiches are another popular choice.
You’ll especially love the fresh dill flavor!
AFTERNOON TEA SCONES
These afternoon tea scones match the traditional round style used in the U.K.
The recipe was adapted from an old Scottish recipe and offers unique ideas to try with them.
Desserts
TEA PARTY CUPCAKES
While you can use any flavor as the base of these tea party cupcakes, this particular recipe uses the popular lemon flavor.
The trick here is getting the look of the pretty floral buttercream icing. This recipe teaches you exactly how to do it yourself.
LAVENDER LEMON CURD COOKIES
Nothing says tea party like lavender and lemon, so they make the perfect pairing in these cookies.
Their butter cookie base also makes them perfect with tea. They offer a fancy appearance without a lot of effort!
VICTORIA SPONGE CUPCAKES
Victoria sponge cake is popular in the U.K. This recipe offers guests bite-sized versions.
They’re everything you’d want out of a tea cake: fluffy, jammy, and creamy.
Cocktails, Tea, & Other Drinks
EARL GREY ICED TEA LEMONADE
This Earl Grey iced tea lemonade blends two tea party favorites for a mix of bitter, sweet, and sour sips.
It’ll keep you and your guests totally refreshed!
STRAWBERRY GIMLET
This strawberry gimlet is a fresh and fruity, sweet cocktail with a gin base.
It has only a few ingredients, yet packs a lot of natural flavor.
LAVENDER TEA LATTE
This lavender tea latte is frothy and relaxing. Its herbal, floral taste can be easily perfected with just a few simple ingredients. You can also prepare it ahead of time!
BASIL GIN LEMONADE
This basil gin lemonade is both fresh AND refreshing. It combines the sourness of lemon juice, the sweetness of agave syrup, and the herbaceous flavors of gin and basil.
It’s a crowd-pleaser that practically everyone likes, especially on a warm day.
Bridgerton Outfit Ideas to Dress Up
At your Bridgerton party, dress up in Regency-era costumes. Look for empire-waist gowns, puffed sleeves, floral prints, and pastel colors. To complete your look, you can accessorize with gloves, pearls, and/or tiaras, and use these Bridgerton nail ideas.
SHOP THE OUTFIT IDEAS
Bridgerton Party Decor Ideas & Invitations
Your Bridgeton party wouldn’t be complete without over-the-top, feminine tea party decor. Wisteria garland perfectly matches the aesthetic, as do gold platters, pastel florals, and elegant dinnerware. Don’t forget themed invitations!
SHOP THE DECOR IDEAS
Pro Tip: Play the Official Bridgerton Playlist on Spotify.
Recap
A Bridgerton themed party is a Regency-era-themed event inspired by the book and Netflix series, featuring period costumes, classical music, and traditional British refreshments. To host one, use elegant pastel decor, serve tea with finger sandwiches and pastries, and ensure guests are dressed in Regency-era attire.
