{"id":127468,"date":"2019-07-22T11:04:44","date_gmt":"2019-07-22T16:04:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=127468"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:38:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T15:38:22","slug":"polka-dots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/polka-dots\/","title":{"rendered":"Polka dots are back! Move over leopard print"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n

Everyone loves a good leopard print. It\u2019s ferocious, feisty, fierce and fun. You can\u2019t go wrong, really, mostly because it’s achieved classic status at this point. But right now there\u2019s another patterned player vying for attention: the humble polka dot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As timeless as the famed animal print, polka dots add a little levity to any ensemble \u2014 and they were spotted all<\/em> over Couture Week for the fall 2019 shows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes the polka dot such a versatile choice? It\u2019s all about playfulness. This isn\u2019t a look that takes itself seriously, and it\u2019s an easy way to break up the monotony of solid colors. There are polka dots on everything from t-shirts to skirts to shoes, so finding the right piece is simple. Here are a few picks worth a glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 ways to wear polka dots this fall <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The maxi dress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cute, comfortable, easy to wear: what\u2019s not to love about an effortless maxi that makes summer dressing a breeze? We\u2019re in love with this spotted options that makes life a little more colorful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Blue
Missguided Petite Polka Dot Maxi Dress, $26.50, ASOS<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Try Missguided Cami Maxi Dress with a pair of comfortable flip flops or slides for an easy everyday look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The jumpsuit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re feeling the jumpsuit love this summer, it makes sense to embrace one in a print that\u2019s bright and fun and completely in line with the best that the season offers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Yellow
BP. Polka Dot Jumpsuit, $32.98, Nordstrom\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/g>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/clipPath>\r\n <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

This BP. Polka Dot Jumpsuit<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> is a sleek and chic addition to any closet \u2014 and it looks great with anything from thick-soled sneakers to strappy heels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sneakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why not? There\u2019s something so sweet and playful about a pair of sneakers adorned with bold white dots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Superga
Superga Polka Dot Sneakers, $49.95 (on sale), Anthropologie<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The navy backdrop on these Superga Polka Dot Sneakers<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> helps the pattern stand out. Wear them with a denim skirt and a colorful tee for a fresh look, or try them with cropped pants and a tunic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The skirt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Red
Polka Dot Wrap Skirt, $69.50, LOFT<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Offering a touch of Parisian chic, this attractive LOFT Polka Dot Wrap Skirt is the stuff of polka dot dreams. The lightweight fabric makes it a great choice for these balmy days, and the wider placement of the dots lends it a more polished, refined appearance. It\u2019s perfect for date night or a casual lunch with friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The blouse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s proof that there\u2019s a polka dot for every occasion. A striking blouse in a bright hue is great for brightening up your workplace separates, from simple pencil skirts to tailored pants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Polka
Vince Camuto Polka Dot Blouse, $39.97 (on sale), Nordstrom Rack<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Or you could slip this Vince Camuto Cap Sleeve Polka Dot Blouse<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> beneath a blazer to add a pop of color to your ensemble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The jacket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you needed an excuse to plan for the cooler months ahead, we\u2019re getting you started with this eye-catching Zara Metallic Thread Polka Dot Jacket. It\u2019s everything an end-of-year garment requires: sparkle, drama and playfulness wrapped up in one comfortable package. Use it to elevate a simple LBD or throw it on over a pair of jeans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Everyone loves a good leopard print. It\u2019s ferocious, feisty, fierce and fun. You can\u2019t go wrong, really, mostly because it’s achieved classic status at this point. But right now there\u2019s another patterned player vying for attention: the humble polka dot. As timeless as the famed animal print, polka dots add a little levity to any… Read More »Polka dots are back! Move over leopard print<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":127489,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[303930],"class_list":["post-127468","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fashion-trends","tag-fall-and-winter-style"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":127489,"thumbnail_uri":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/polka-dots-fi-300x169.jpg"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127468","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=127468"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127468\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/127489"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=127468"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=127468"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=127468"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}