The classic polka dot print made many runway appearances, ranging from bold graphic circles to tiny celestial spots. Add dots to your fall look with these pieces at every price:
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Coat, by Diane von Furstenberg.
Top, by Cos.
Skirt, by Asos.
Tights, by Pamela Mann, from my-tights.com.
Shoes, by Rupert Sanderson.
Black top, by Cos.
Spotty top, by Monki, 0800 123400.
Trousers, by Acne, from my-wardrobe.com.
Shoes, by Rupert Sanderson.
Top, by Marc Jacobs, from Browns.
Skirt, by Marni.
Top, by Diane von Furstenberg.
Trousers, by Asos.
Belt, by Sandro.
Shoes, by Rupert Sanderson, rupertsanderson.com.
Dress, by Stella McCartney.
Blazer, by Joseph.
Knickers, by Marks & Spencer.
Dress, and shirt, both by Marc Jacobs, from Browns.
Shirt, by Urban Outfitters.
Blazer, and trousers, both by Reiss.
Jacket, by Topshop.
Shirt, by Alexander Wang, from liberty.co.uk.
Source from: http://www.guardian.co.uk/fashion/gallery/2011/oct/28/fashion-shoot-polka-dots-in-pictures#/?picture=380984602&index=0
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I’m all embracing when it comes to wearing prints – florals, stripes, geometric patterns, checks, childish animals, landscapes, slogans – anything goes. Somewhere in my sock drawer is a pair of nude stockings that have penises with wings printed all over them. I wear them underneath a sheer black skirt that I lift up after a few too many drinks as an inane party trick.
I digress. The point is I’ll wear just about any print. Except when it comes to the humble polka dot. Somehow, anything dotty and I have had a sketchy relationship. The mere word associations are enough of a deterrent – dot-matrix printers and their shrill noises, teachers in sixth form who used to say my outfits were a little bit “dotty” (I think it was their kind of way of saying: “You look like a lunatic”), Dot Cotton from EastEnders and her terrifying raised eyebrows. More specifically, when the polka dot is applied to clothing, for some reason I find it difficult not to see terrible reproductions of 50s wiggle or swing dresses for the retro-gazing connoisseur who thinks the drudgery of a 1950s housewife is far preferable to living in the present day. See? I’m already fudging explaining why the polka dot and I don’t get along by resorting to snide remarks about 1950s aficionados. I’ll backtrack and apologise. I hope you’re well and truly happy with your record player and your hostess trolley.
The polka dot is back in disguised form, though, this autumn/winter. At the Marc Jacobs show, it came as plastic cabochons on a ponyskin sweater and as rubberised dots on taut pencil skirts. At young London designer David Koma’s show, it fell in op-art formation on body-conscious dresses and in circles laser-cut out of leather dresses with the odd pompom placed here and there to emphasise the point. At Stella McCartney it fell daintily on a sheer white dress and matching sheer trousers, which looked fresh when poking out of an oversized mannish blazer.
I’ve also just come back from a trip to Tokyo where the polka dot reigns supreme (it’s probably down to the eccentric female doyennes of Japan, designer Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons or the artist Yayoi Kusama) and they come as fascinating layers, mixed artfully with other prints.
All of this has left me with no choice but to confront these newly bejazzled dots to see if I can overcome my inexplicable last print frontier. They are almost undetectable on a monotone boiled wool jumper. They come in slightly misshapen form so that the polka dot’s usual perfect roundness is pleasingly messed up. They come with distressed edges and dip-dyed effects. These are polka dots with special FX and feel that much more appealing than the Minnie Mouse dotty frocks of yesteryear. I’m now fully prepared to be chased down the street by the old-school polka-dot gang of women with perfectly coiffed hair and red lipstick. Perhaps our dots can join together somehow.
Source from: http://www.guardian.co.uk/fashion/2011/nov/20/susie-lau-polka-dot-retro
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Add a hint of summer breeze to your classy outfits and check out some of the hottest outfits ideas lined up on the runway. The Spring/Summer 2011 polka dots fashion trend provides you with the best means to blur the monotony of your look. Pro fashion gurus show you how to rock it out and add your own trademark to the voguish outfits.
It’s time to step into the bizarre world of amazing prints that would breathe life even into the dullest outfit. Polka dots are among the timeless designs used to decorate dresses, pants and other clothing items. This season collections were lined up sharing some of the common tendencies to mark the arrival of the warm season.
The presence of the cool designs gave way to unique outfit ideas fulfilling the ever changing preferences of the fashion army. In order to keep your wardrobe in pace with the evolution of trends make sure you take a closer view at the Spring/Summer 2011 Polka Dots Fashion Trend. Let your imagination rule the mix/matching process to make your look even more authentic and sight-pampering. These are some of the A-list collections to scout in order to have an insight into the pro tricks to embed polka dots into our clothing style.
Valentino
Max Mara
Cynthia Steffe
Giles
Build up your next dapper outfit following the feminine and sensuous chic principles. In this case raid the stores for cute polka dotted dresses and flowing fabrics that would give you free hand to emphasize only the best spots of your body. The collections of Valentino, Max Mara, Cynthia Steffe as well as Giles will showcase how wonderful these prints can be when pierced into a dainty breezy outfit.
Smaller details would seem the ultimate solution if you wish to visually polish your figure and get rid of the visible beauty flaws. On the other hand larger spots would only create a bulky and more prominent effect therefore skip them if you are not totally pleased with your body shape.
Bluegirl
Moschino
Paul Smith
3.1. Phillip Lim
Colorful outfits further embellished with the faddish polka dots would definitely serve as the best remedy to boost your mood on the cloudy days. Take a glimpse at thee outfit ideas presented by the fashion gurus behind brands as Bluegirl, Moschino, Paul Smith and 3.1 Phillip Lim. Top-toe-toe printed outfits are some of the must try trends of the next season. Therefore stuff your closet with whacky looking jumpsuits or on the contrary more girly printed pants and dresses that would give you the sense of fulfillment for being versed with the newest fashion trends.
Marc Jacobs
Z Spoke by Zac Posen
Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton
Go dotty with these stylish and colorful outfit ideas presented during the top fashion collections of the SS 2011 season. If you would like to switch things up a bit say goodbye to the blocky colored outfits and instead make sure you embrace the polka dots paired with a multi-tonal apparel. The craziest ideas to build up your award winning look you’ll find in the fabulous outfit repertoire lined up by Marc Jacobs, Z Spoke by Zac Posen as well as Louis Vuitton.
Source from: http://www.fashion-style.becomegorgeous.com/new_trends/springsummer_2011_polka_dots_fashion_trend-3183.html
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Championed by Stella McCartney and Marc Jacobs on the catwalks, stylish celebrities are already embracing this season’s spotty trend.
Designer Stella McCartney made fun spot shapes the focal point of her autumn/winter 2011 collection. Textured circles worked over sheer fabrics across a monochrome palette ensured the result was one of ultimate sophistication.
British actress Kate Winslet was one of the first starlets to step out in McCartney’s figure-hugging dresses, stealing the spotlight at the premiere of her new TV series Mildre Pierce in the process.
American designer Marc Jacobs is one of the most influential names on the catwalk calendar. Where he goes, others copy. So expect polka dots a plenty, on skirts tops and even fur-trimmed collars and gloves, coming to a high street near you.
Ever ahead of the style curve, TV presenter Alexa Chung embraced minute spots with this effortless navy dress, contrasting some Celine arm candy for maximum effect.
London Fashion Week designer David Koma played with proportions as he fused spots of all sizes – and guises – together.
Style maven Olivia Palermo mastered two trends in one with this pretty, mullet-hemmed dot-print dress by Bensoni.
Cosy winter coats at Diane Von Furstenberg were adorned with a grey polka-print.
Even shoes, as seen on this Paris Fashion Week goer, haven’t escaped a sprinkling of spots.
Radio personality Fearne Cotton opts for the classic navy and white spot colour pairing with this sleeveless shirt.
This chic fashion editor works a covetable monochrome look with a sheer, layered dotty skirt.
Lanvin’s elegant cocktail dresses get the spot treatment.
Actress Kirsten Dunst dips a toe in the trend with this discreet black and white top.
London Fashion Week designer Louise Gray decorated the faces of the models in her autumn/winter 2011 catwalk show with multicoloured spots for a fashiony face-paint.
Actress Olivia Wilde miniature dot-print dress was courtesy of Gucci.
At Paul Smith, trousers were livened up with a grey circle motif.
Diminutive actress turned fashion designer Ashley Olsen’s voluminous dress looks almost two-tone thanks to its sheer sleeves.
Source from: http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/hot-topics/galleries/TMG8717533/544/Trending-Polka-dots.html
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It’s been way too long since I’ve had fun with Polyvore. And since fashionistas never seem to take a break – they’re always pushing everybody into the next season long before they’re ready, I figured I’d bring bizchickblogs style into this century by talking about the Fall 2011 Fashion Trends.
A quick scan of Google shows that fashion bloggers have been talking about Fall 2011 Fashion since… March. Who knew?
Onward.
Guess what, ladies? Polka dots are back. As if they ever went away, right? Polka dots are probably my very favorite thing to look. I don’t have much polka dotted clothing and honestly can’t even remember the last polka dotted thing I ever bought. But it’s something to look for this fall and now that it’s an official “trend” I suppose I now have an excuse to hunt for polka dotted things.
You do NOT have to clothe yourself head-to-toe in polka dots to be in style this upcoming fall season. You can sprinkle in some polka dots to catch the trend without going totally overboard.
How about some polka dotted shoes? Mmm, yes, please.
Who doesn’t love polka dotted bags? These are super cute.
Here’s the funny thing about polka dots. They manage to make a dress look chic without being too busy. I actually find polka dots kind of calming to look at.
Source from: http://www.bizchickblogs.com/2011/07/fall-2011-fashion-trends-polka-dots.html
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