How the 'Persuasion' cast dresses in real life compared to their characters

Amanda KrauseJul 23, 2022, 17:44 IST

Dakota Johnson in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."NICK WALL/NETFLIX

"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.

Anne Elliot in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Dakota Johnson's style is the complete opposite of her character's.

Dakota Johnson at the 2022 Met Gala.Jamie McCarthy / Staff / Getty Images

Captain Frederick Wentworth is a navy man typically seen in button-up coats and flowing shirts.

Captain Wentworth in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

You might not recognize Cosmo Jarvis, the actor who plays Wentworth, off-screen.

Cosmo Jarvis at an event for his film "Funny Face" on February 23, 2020.Picture Alliance/Getty Images

Sir Walter Elliot cares deeply about his image, so it makes sense that he sports glamorous styles.

Sir Walter Elliot in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Richard E. Grant dresses like a modern-day version of his character.

Richard E. Grant at the "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" premiere on September 13, 2021.Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Elizabeth Elliot typically wears long dresses in white and cream shades.

Elizabeth Elliot in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Yolanda Kettle has a more colorful style than the woman she portrays on screen.

Yolanda Kettle at "The Crown" season two premiere on November 21, 2017.Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Lady Russell is a motherly figure with a soft, feminine style.

Lady Russell in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Nikki Amuka-Bird has a stunning, modern style in real life.

Nikki Amuka-Bird at an event for her film "The Outfit" on February 14, 2022.Gerald Matzka/Stringer/Getty Images

Penelope Clay dresses to impress.

Penelope Clay in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

From her hair to her clothes, Lydia Rose Bewley looks very different than her character.

Lydia Rose Bewley at a party on March 9, 2015.David M. Benett/Getty Images

Mary Musgrove has a fashion sense that matches her dramatic nature.

Mary Musgrove in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Mia McKenna-Bruce, on the other hand, wears outfits that are more subdued.

Mia McKenna-Bruce at the "Free Guy" premiere on August 9, 2021.Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Mr. Elliot is always seen in black outfits.

Mr. Elliot in Netflix's 2022 adaptation of "Persuasion."Netflix

Henry Golding has a lot more fun with fashion.

Liv Lo and Henry Golding at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 27, 2022.Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images

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