Royalcore is a major social media aesthetic that seeks to fill the void left by Bridgerton, embracing an opulent style and encouraging us to go all out in our homes. This fashion trend is inspired by royalty, the elegance, and the opulence associated with it. It encompasses everything royal: kings, queens, princes, princesses, knights, courtiers, and butlers. The most common threads of this trend, however, are Princesscore e il Regencycore.

Although it has remained under the radar in recent years, Royalcore made a brief appearance during the lockdown period and is expected to make a strong comeback this year with the introduction of a young Queen Charlotte on our screens.

Queen Charlotte in Bridgerton

To create a Royalcore wardrobe, you can be as opulent as you want, but there are some rules to keep in mind to stay as close as possible to this aesthetic:

Color

Fabrics

Opulence is key. Royals prefer to wear luxurious and high-quality fabrics like velvet, silk, brocade, and lace over cotton or polyester.

Versace Atelier fall winter 2017

Details

Go big, especially when it comes to small details and accessories. Think embroidery, lace, pearls, beads, and all the jewelry in your jewelry box.

Vivienne Westwood Collar

Structured Silhouettes

Royal attire typically features a structured silhouette created by corsets and puffed sleeves, while tailored outfits are made more pronounced with embroidered trousers and coats.

Linda Evangelista in Christian Lacroix 1997

Historical Styles

For example, Queen Charlotte in Bridgerton never wears an empire-style dress, preferring wide rococo skirts and Elizabethan corsets that create a more timeless style. This shows her taste for grandeur over simplicity.

Contemporary Influence

Gucci;Satin double-breasted blazer jacket, €2,900. 

Poplin shirt, €590, Patent leather gloves, €150 

Fabergé; White gold emerald earrings with diamonds, €34,320, White gold emerald ring with diamonds, €24,960.

Alexandra wears : 

Alexander McQueen; Silk off-the-shoulder corset dress with raindrop embroidery, price on request, Crystal ear cuff, €490, Bracelet, €1,190, Necklace, €1,690. 

Kristian wears : 

Alexander McQueen; Sleeveless single-breasted tuxedo jacket, price on request, Ear cuff, €320, Bracelet, €390.

Harris Reed; Harris Reed x Vivienne Lake Custom Head Piece, price on request.

Custom Wool Lace Blazer, price on request. H-Flares, price on request

In conclusion, Royalcore is not just a tribute to the royalty of the past but also a modern update of the standard Regency aesthetic. Royalcore content has been viewed a whopping 180 million times on TikTok, encompassing extravagant fashion, stunning architecture, and even royal-inspired playlists. This aesthetic is exuberant, with a particular emphasis on an abundance of gold, intricate details, pastel colors, and a Disney-like level of playfulness.