Pretty in Polka Dots
There are prints that come and go and prints that stand the test of time. Polka dots most certainly fall under the latter category. Indeed, most seasons you’ll find this darling dotty pattern at some point or another. And this season it continues to be especially popular.
So, in order for you to rock this timeless print this season, check out our dos and don’ts, along with some runway to red carpet to reality inspiration!
The 5 Dos and 5Don’ts of Polka Dots
Do…
… wear them with other size polka dots.
… pair them with stripes, plaid, or florals.
… rock them on not only your apparel, but also your shoes, bags, or accessories.
… dress them up with heels or down with sneakers.
… pull them out for work or a weekend brunch with friends.
Don’t…
… wear too many polka dots at once – i.e. no more than three different pieces of your outfit. And only try mixing three different polka dots if you’re a style maven like Blair Eadie!
… opt for more deconstructed silhouettes when wearing red, white, and black polka dots together, as to avoid looking like Minnie Mouse – not that we are opposed to a little #MinnieStyle when you’re planning a trip to Disney Land!
… be afraid to pair polka dots with another print.
… stick to just neutral polka dots; colors are so fun in this print!
… worry too much because there aren’t really any rules when wearing polka dots.
I such a huge fan of the polka dot trend so I’m loving this post. I’ve been wanting to pair with stripes so I was so please to see this tip as one of your five do’s!
Oh I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks so much for chiming in.
What a great post on polka dots, which I love to wear! I’m slowly dipping in to pattern mixing and started wearing my polka dots with accents of leopard (skinny belt, shoes, earrings) ❤️❤️❤️
Great ideas, Elena! I’m so glad you appreciated the tips. I’d love to see how you’re wearing polka dots and leopard!
I have a navy blue blouse with medium size polka dots that I absolutely love. Can I still wear it in the Fall. I live in Michigan.
Absolutely! Especially this fall. Polka dots are all the rage. And navy is a lovely hue for fall.
Looking to wear a brown polka dot dress for a wedding, yes the one like in pretty woman
😁 not sure though whether to wear nude heels or not as thinking it may look to summery?
Good question, Kelly!
I’d probably opt for something a bit darker than nude… maybe something caramel? Or even bring in some navy accents.
Let me know if I can help further!
I have a great pair of calf hair polka dot pumps (black with white large dots)…can I wear them for an evening?
Oh absolutely! I would do so in a heartbeat.
I have just bought wide leg polka dot black and white (small dots) trousers to wear to a christening. Could I pair it with a light green and white (larger dot) polka dot blouse? Or should I pair with something plain or any other suggestions
I have a black dress with white polka dots to wear to a June wedding . Could I wear orange shoes with a small orange clutch bag?
Oh I think orange would look fabulous!
I have a blush pink dress with medium size navy polka dots that I will be wearing to a wedding later this spring but wondered what colour jacket or cover up would go with it, other than navy? Any ideas?
White would be fresh! But if you’re hesitant to wear white to a wedding, I’d go with a light blue.
What color shoes would go with a navy blue with white polka dot long sleeve blouse. Wearing white cropped pants.
I would do a pop of color like red, orange, yellow, or hot pink!
I have a yellow tiny striped shirt and a black skirt with tiny, tiny white polka dots on it. Should I wear them together? And, if so, what shoe color should I wear with it that would be more on the neutral side.(I’m going to a wedding).
I purchased a three quarter length sweater, cream color background with med size black polka dots. Will this be appropriate wear with black dress slacks for a funeral visitation
I believe it would be fine.
For my son’s baptism I’m wearing a navy blue and white polka dot dress with nude strappy heels. I’m wearing silver earrings with hanging white pearls or should I do a gold hoop? and what color nail polish???????
I love polka dots. They are timeless piece of outfit. I will style it up and down as stated in your article. Thank you for throwing more insight on how to rock this outfit to get more use for it. xoxo
I have blue and white polka dress can i wear it with red shoe and red bag for dinner
Yes, that’d be great!
Thanks a lot its quite interesting but please send me images on how to do navy blue doted while polka dress for a date
I have an October wedding in Arizona…I have 2 dresses…one is orange with white polka dots and one is navy blue with white polka dots…which one should I wear? Or neither??