A list of what I believe are the main symbolic elements of Bridgerton S3
(I’ll try to keep descriptions as brief as possible)
1. Lighting. The first and last episode titles are “Out of the Shadows” and “Into the Light”. So, all lighting, particularly on Pen, will be very significant. Throughout seasons 1 and 2, she is often cast in shadow, while the Bridgertons shine in the light. In season 3, we’ll see more direct light on her.
2. Mirrors. Yes, I know, but it’s not just about sexy times. Mirrors have been used to tell us about Pen’s secret identity, LW. Her mirror self is the true, brave, witty, brilliant self that she keeps hidden. While you’ll often see the other ladies of Bridgerton checking themselves out in mirrors (in addition to the Featheringtons, I’ve also seen Daphne, Kate, Edwina, and Violet looking into mirrors), you’ll never catch Penelope doing so. That’s the deeper significance of the mirror sex scene- Colin encourages her to confront that self.
3. Greece. This is Colin’s big symbolic element. Greek mythology will be all over the costume and production design. Obviously, we know on a base level that he loves Greece. On a deeper level, Grecian symbols will be used to reference Ancient Greek stories and mythology that will add layers of depth to the love story. Ex) Homer’s The Odyssey is about a man who must journey throughout and around Greece in order to get back to his wife, Penelope. During his journey, Penelope has to fend off a bunch of suitors who are trying to get with her. Even though she thinks Odysseus is dead, she still loves him.
4. Yellow/Blue/Green. I mean, c’mon.
5. Swans. The Bridgertons are mute swans (the regular kind). Pen is a black swan.
Sir, that is a swan.
6. Flowers. Pen is a wallflower. And actually, the meaning of flowers have always been directly explained to us (lilacs, “symbolic of first love”, tulips “they symbolize passion”). Maybe we’ll get another quote about the symbolism of flowers in season 3?
7. Writing/letters/quills/journals. A Polin love language. 🪶💌📔 Literally though, when Pen first asks anyone about sex (yeah, it was Marina, awkward, I know but 🤷), she’s made to equate it with letters.
That’s all I got for now I think.
If you’re just watching Bridgerton because it’s pretty and cute and sexy, totally fine. Watch it however you want to watch it. If you want to go further, really feel things, maybe get a greater sense of catharsis, or at least get more of the ‘oh, damn!’ factor out of it, pay attention to the above elements. They will be shown and not told. If you are stuggling to understand what the symbols mean, hmu. I’m happy to help. I’ve only been on Bridgerton tumblr for a week and a half, but I can say I’ve already seen great analyses from @bingiessm @ktbeets & @sea-owl .
And if there’s anything I didn’t include, but should have, please let me know. I want to learn more, always. 💛
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Edit: my pick is Kanej if you're curious. You can have ships like Kanthony or Locklyle, which are lovely and beautiful, don't get me wrong, but at least they can touch each other. Kaz and Inej can't even touch each other, they're almost always at a distance, expressing love through extremely intense eye contact and acts of service. Two people who want to be together but can't due to severe trauma, there is nothing more heartbreaking than that.
Edit 2: Some gifs!
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The Female Lead's Female Gaze moments (This post if mostly for the ladies out there)
In Bridgerton the female lead of the season has had a moment where they gaze well...rather thirsty at their male leads.
Season 1
We had Daphne getting all hot and bothered by Simon below.
Season 2
We had Kate getting very caught in her feels over a very wet Anthony below.
Season 3
So finally, I give you what I think could be the potential scene where our dear Penelope will get her moment in seeing her Colin with his rippling muscles of his arms and legs while holding back the balloon ropes below.
I believe this moment in action is going to potentially give us ladies major vapors as some would call it. I picture some close ups of his arms and legs working hard to hold back that balloon and some desire filled gazing from Penelope. It's going to be moving and Inspiring for Pen.
Now I think something must happen after this that will be comical overall, but a little more frightening for Pen. She may really get worried for Colin's well-being based off the picture we got earlier of her and Debling on the blanket, Pen looking very concerned. Her love for Colin would do that.
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why use dating apps when i can just wander off into a garden at a moonlit night and have a man confess his gut wrenching love for me
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Spoilers for Kate Bridgerton’s costumes from costume designer John Glaser for British Vogue April 2024
Kate’s wardrobe this season “is even more pronounced this time around in the gold-embellished, sari-inspired ball gowns she wears as a newly married woman [..] and in the second half of the season, she becomes even more obviously influenced by Indian fashion.”
Read the full article here
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Every time a new season of Bridgerton comes out, I see people assuming the worst.
Today, it's that Penelope doesn't end up with Colin, and that Kanthony / Kate doesn't appear throughout the season in a secondary way.
And honestly ? Both thoughts are such bullshit.
There is absolutely no chance that Polin won't end up together, and obviously Kanthony will generally be there all season 3 but in a secondary way among tons of other subplots.
It all seems quite obvious, but no, people must be spreading the word for one reason or another that Polin will not be endgame and that we will barely have any Kanthony to get our teeth into.
I really don't understand this type of person with their assumptions based on... well nothing or almost nothing.
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🌷 Kate and Anthony Week begins on May 13th!
We hope that this year’s prompts will inspire you to join us in celebrating Kate, Anthony and their love!
As always, we cannot wait to also celebrate our brilliant Simone Ashley and Jonathan Bailey!💜
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To add to my red post (in which I mostly explain that Colin’s burgeoning love is evidenced by how the color red goes from being in front of him to framing him and increasing in vibrancy), here’s a few more observations.
When Pen enters the ball where she’s wearing the emerald green dress, she’s enveloped by a bright red cloak, but once she has arrived, she casts it off. Perhaps the meaning here is that she has been enshrouding herself in her love for Colin and allowing it to hold her back from pursuing others, but now she is putting that love aside and not allowing it hold her back anymore.
I have to imagine that all of the love storylines will be mirroring each other’s and Polin’s storyline in certain ways, so pay attention to how they are framed by red as well.
Bonus: A note on emeralds. In 2x01, the queen said that emerald is her favorite gem. Penelope is in emerald. Penelope is Lady Whistledown. The Queen is obsessed with Lady Whistledown. I’m sure by the end of season 3, we’ll see the Queen show her admiration for Pen/Whistledown. Personally, I’m hoping the Queen employs Pen somehow. 🤞🤞
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