Lucille Ball, Minnie Mouse, and….Stella McCartney?! What on earth could this trio of “women” possibly have in common? The answer is (drumroll please)….POLKA DOTS! Retro by association, the polka dot hasn't exactly been at the height of fashion in the last ten, make that twenty, years. While the pattern is more commonly associated with iconic fare like the itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polka dot bikini, thanks to the creative minds at Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and Lanvin, the print has emerged refreshed for Fall 2011.
Before you swan dive into the trend, be sure to find a pattern that compliments your shape and size. Beware of oversized prints that will overwhelm your style – nobody wants to look like a human Twister board. For example, petite women should opt for small to medium polka dots. And one more helpful hint, stick to one dotted piece at a time!
Before you swan dive into the trend, be sure to find a pattern that compliments your shape and size. Beware of oversized prints that will overwhelm your style – nobody wants to look like a human Twister board. For example, petite women should opt for small to medium polka dots. And one more helpful hint, stick to one dotted piece at a time!
From footwear to outerwear, and everything in between, the polka dot trend is spot-on for fall. Check out the looks below for a real word approach to the runway.
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From L to R: Marc Jacobs Fall RTW ‘11 via style.com; Wolford Bonny Dots, $55, stylebop.com; Dots, $16, modcloth.com; Anna Sui Big dot Tights, $20, revolveclothing.com; Malandrino Fall RTW ’11 via style.com |
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From L to R: Marc Jacobs Fall RTW ’11 via style.com; Daytrip Polka Dot Jacket, $45, Buckle; Polka Dot Alice by Temperley Romaine Cropped, $235, julesb.co.uk |
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From L to R: Dulce de Leche, $37, Vestique.com; Sheer Polka Dot Dress, $28, Faith 21 by Forever 21; L.A.M.B. Fall RTW ’11 via style.com; Graceful Darlena Polka Dot Top, $44, shopruche.com; Sequin Dot Racerback Tank, $34.95, Gap |
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