Bridgerton goes to the dogs as canine show celebrates Regency-era Rovers
It was Rover meets Regency as thousands of pets and their owners gathered in London for a Bridgerton-themed dog show.
The British capital's best period-costumed pooches strutted their stuff at the annual Greenwich dog show, held on May 25 at the historic Old Royal Naval College.
Canines competed in four categories including Waggiest Tail, Handsome Hound, Cutest Pup, Glorious Golden Oldie, and beginner-friendly Best Trick.
This year's Best Bridgerton Lookalike category - a nod to the naval college site that featured in the Netflix series - featured four-legged competitors in traditional French aristocracy wigs, poufy dresses, stylish suits and extravagant hats.
One owner was seen walking her schnauzer, Mr Darby, in a long white dress and traditional hat, while other pooches were seen in pearl necklaces and white veils.
Some of the pups were keen to hit the catwalk, while others struggled as their owners tried to dress them up in wigs and fashionable bows.
Described as 'an extraordinary cultural destination,' the naval college site has been a popular filming location for various productions, including Bridgerton.
First released in 2020, the period drama follows the lives of the eight Bridgerton siblings as they seek to navigate London during the Regency era.
With each season focusing on a different sibling's romantic journey, the star-studded cast features well-known names that includes Phoebe Dynevor, Rege-Jean Page, Jonathan Bailey, and Nicola Coughlan.
The fourth installment of the much-loved program is set to return to screens in 2026, while some reports have suggested Netflix could have bagged a multi-million-dollar investment to make both series five and series six.
The dog's whiskers: The competition featured four-legged competitors in traditional French aristocracy wigs, poufy dresses, stylish suits and extravagant hats.
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