How the 'Persuasion' cast dresses in real life compared to their characters
Thelife- "Persuasion" — the Jane Austen novel with a new Netflix adaptation — is set in the early 1800s.
- Dakota Johnson, Henry Golding, and more have now transformed into the story's characters on-screen.
Anne Elliot has a modest wardrobe filled with long dresses.
She alternates between wearing long sleeves and short puffed ones, but always keeps her accessories — a charm necklace and black boots — consistent.
The character also wears lots of long overcoats and an updo hairstyle.
Dakota Johnson's style is the complete opposite of her character's.
Her red-carpet fashion is often daring, and has consisted of bold corsets, see-through jumpsuits, and mesh tops over the years. Many of her outfits also showcase her tattoos.
Captain Frederick Wentworth is a navy man typically seen in button-up coats and flowing shirts.
His outfits are always layered in varying shades of neutral colors, and his hair is styled in short curls.
You might not recognize Cosmo Jarvis, the actor who plays Wentworth, off-screen.
After all, his style is completely different — from his modern suits and shirts to his buzz cut.
Sir Walter Elliot cares deeply about his image, so it makes sense that he sports glamorous styles.
He wears printed suits with gold detailing, bow ties, and formal black jackets.
Richard E. Grant dresses like a modern-day version of his character.
He's often photographed wearing sharp suits, tweed fabrics, and three-piece tuxedos at red-carpet events.
Elizabeth Elliot typically wears long dresses in white and cream shades.
The character is also fond of accessories. She wears long gloves, pearls, charm necklaces, and feathers in her hair throughout the film.
Yolanda Kettle has a more colorful style than the woman she portrays on screen.
The actor seems fond of floral minidresses, sparkling gowns with strapless necklines, and bold prints in various colors.
Lady Russell is a motherly figure with a soft, feminine style.
She wears everything from ruffled pink dresses to muted-color coats with puffed sleeves. And with every outfit, the character is sure to complete her look with a larger-than-life hat.
Nikki Amuka-Bird has a stunning, modern style in real life.
When she's not wearing bold pantsuits, you'll often see the actor sporting vibrant dresses in every color of the rainbow.
Penelope Clay dresses to impress.
When she's spending time with the Elliot family, she often mirrors their styles by wearing cream-colored gowns and feather accessories.
But toward the end of the movie, she's seen wearing darker colors and a leaf-adorned headpiece.
From her hair to her clothes, Lydia Rose Bewley looks very different than her character.
Not only is her hair a brighter red shade off-screen, but the actor also wears more modern silhouettes and glasses.
Mary Musgrove has a fashion sense that matches her dramatic nature.
Her dresses often feature ruffles and shawls, while her outdoor clothes are complete with large buttons, thick hats, and layers of lace.
Mia McKenna-Bruce, on the other hand, wears outfits that are more subdued.
That said, the actor often keeps her hair in updo styles similar to the one her "Persuasion" character wears.
Mr. Elliot is always seen in black outfits.
The character wears the dark clothes as he's meant to be mourning the loss of his wife.
Henry Golding has a lot more fun with fashion.
At red-carpet events, he wears colorful suits, printed jackets, and outfits that complement his wife's fashion.
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