Penelope Featherington comes into her own in Bridgerton season 3, much like actress Nicola Coughlan’s own style transformation.
“I think I used to be quite intimidated by [the industry], it sort of robbed me of confidence,” Coughlan told Vogue in May 2022, referring to her past struggles with body insecurity. “I thought, I really enjoy this, so why am I not bringing it into my real life?”
She continued, “If I feel good, then everything else is irrelevant. Other people don’t have to like the looks — that’s totally fine.”
The Irish actress, who works with stylist Aimee Croysdill, loves picking out unique pieces with a dash of whimsy.
Penelope steps into the Bridgerton spotlight for season 3, which hits Netflix in May 2024, and to celebrate Coughlan has been slaying the red carpet premieres in custom frocks.
Keep scrolling for Coughlan’s style evolution through the years:
May 2024
Coughlan wore a custom Danielle Frankel ivory gown to the world premiere of Bridgerton season 3 in New York City. She accessorized her look with emerald Chopard earrings.
April 2024
Coughlan wore a custom, off-the-shoulder Richard Quinn gown to the Australian premiere of Bridgerton season 3.
February 2024
The Big Mood star looked ravishing in crimson at the Erdem show during London Fashion Week.
September 2023
Coughlan coordinated her black dress with an oversized headpiece at Vogue World: London.
July 2023
Coughlan, who had a small role in Barbie, was dripping in crystals at the London premiere.
June 2023
Coughlan stepped out at Netflix’s Tudum festival in Brazil in a black midi dress and cerulean gloves.
February 2023
Coughlan’s floral Valentino frock at the BAFTAs was inspired by Jackie Kennedy Onassis.
June 2022
Coughlan sported a plaid dress to Wimbledon.
June 2022
The actress wore Tiffany blue to celebrate the iconic jeweler’s 150th anniversary installation at Harrods department store in London.
May 2022
For Coughlan’s Met Gala debut, she wore a custom Richard Quinn ballgown with feathered accents and a matching cape.
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June 2021
Coughlan completed her orange dress with a chic bob at the British Academy Television Awards.
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February 2020
A fresh-faced Coughlan wore a long-sleeved black minidress to the US-Ireland Alliance’s 15th Annual Oscar Wilde Awards in California.
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April 2019
Coughlan stepped out at a Derry Girls photocall in a pink pantsuit, which she paired with a graphic t-shirt.
