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Why period dramas appeal in times of uncertainty

Winifred Robinson talks about the appeal of period dramas in times of uncertainty. There have been some popular modern takes on TV period dramas recently and there are lots more commissioned for this year. Ebay has reported an increase in searches for period clothing such as corsets, headbands and crystal jewellery. Image: Reg茅-Jean Page (SIMON BASSET) and Phoebe Dynevor (DAPHNE BRIDGERTON) in Bridgerton. Image Credit: Liam Daniel/Netflix 漏 2020

First broadcast on You & Yours, 27 January 2021.

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