Johannesburg was a hive of activity this past weekend as celebrities from across the continent gathered for the premiere of Netflix period drama Bridgerton season 3.

Sticking to the Bridgeton theme, Regency Era: Into The Spotlight, the red carpet was awash with stars who didn't need any excuse to play dress-up.

Nigerian chef and restauranteur Hilda Baci didn't disappoint, dressed in a violent ballgown and adorned with flowers in her hair.

Hilda's fellow Nigerian, actress Priscilla Ojo, perfected the brief with her gold-dust-inspired dress, a designer hat and lustrous curls.

Zimbabwean radio personality MisRed took the regency theme to heart and incorporated lace embroidered detail into her corset.

Adjoa Andoh, who plays Lady Danbury, also made a regal appearance. Adjoa is currently on a Bridgerton world tour and expressed her joy in being part of an event to celebrate with people from various parts of Africa because the continent plays an important role this season of Bridgeton.

Other stars who made an impact on the red carpet were South Africa's Hope Mbhele who diverted from the corseted look and opted for a sexy red fitted dress.

Model and entrepreneur Sarah Langa entrusted celebrated designer Gert-Johan Coetzee to bring her vision to life, dressed as an ethereal princess.

Bridgerton S3 is set to premiere on Netflix on May 16 and will be split into two parts consisting of four episodes each. This season's storyline concentrates on Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and her longtime crush, world traveller Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton).

According to Netflix, expect to see three new characters welcomed into the Mayfair crowd.