We’re sure you’ve noticed that polka dots are everywhere right now. From rooftop brunches to pool parties to romantic picnics in the park, the print is the flirty fashion comeback we didn’t know we ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Examining clothes through the ages, Dress Codes investigates how the rules of fashion have influenced different cultural arenas — and your closet. When Princess Diana arrived at the ...

If ever there was an iconic print that can weather all seasons it has to be humble polka dots – and the good news is that it is back in business as 2020 runway trends show Earlier this year, a ...

There are few prints as timeless, and as playful as the polka dot. From Marilyn Monroe’s swing dresses to Minnie Mouse’s iconic bows, the dotted pattern has long symbolized whimsy, femininity, and ...

From red carpets to street style, celebrities are showing that polka dots are once again fashion’s most playful yet refined trend. The print first rose to prominence in the 1950s, embraced by icons ...

TO MANY, THE polka dot provokes a strong reaction. The vintage staple pattern is either met with intrigue or disgust (not unlike our national spread, Vegemite). NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 21: Hailey ...

Women's lifestyle magazine Godey's Lady's Book was the first to use the term polka dot (in reference to a scarf) in its 1857 issue, with the following description: "Scarf of muslin, for light summer ...

Often referred to a retro style, the polka dots print has been a favourite among all age groups. From headbands to dresses, the black and white dots have evolved with time. “The polka dot is an iconic ...

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