Fashion

The 16 Polka Dot Pieces We Need In Our Lives Right Now

How to rock one of fall’s top prints

by Jenna Igneri

After we analyzed the Fall 2018 runways when Fashion Month wrapped last March, there was one thing we knew for certain: Come September, we were going to see a ton of prints hit stores. From Cher Horowitz-inspired plaid to the moodiest of fall florals, the runways were alive with patterns and color.

One of our favorites to make a comeback and carry over from Spring 2018? The sweet and feminine, yet still sophisticated, polka dot. While polka dots have a rep for feeling “cutesy” (it’s Minnie Mouse’s signature after all), we saw them take on a whole new vibe thanks to brands like Creatures of Comfort, Katie Gallagher, and Loewe. Fast-forward to today, and elegant men's wear-inspired trousers, silky two-piece sets, and even sporty sneakers are getting the spotted treatment this fall. And, frankly, we’re obsessed.

In honor of one of our favorite print trends of the season, we rounded up our favorite polka dot print clothing and accessories to hit shelves this month—from granny chic handbags to grungy midi skirts. Check out our picks, below.

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Front Row Shop, Asymmetric Polka Dot Midi Dress With Scarf, $90.90, available at Front Row Shop.

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The Cambridge Satchel Company, Tiny Polka Dot Print Satchel, $137, available at Farfetch.

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Farrow, Ollia Polka Dot Mini Skirt, $48, available at Need Supply Co.

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Sian Harrison, Lannie Polka Dot Crop Flare, $140, available at Bona Drag.

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Kitri Studio, Eliana Polka Dot Wrap Dress, $215, available at Kitri Studio.

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ASOS Design, Open Blouse in Polka Dot, $45, available at ASOS.

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Réalisation Par, The Violette Black & White Spot, $225, available at Réalisation Par.

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Loiél, Cereza Bag, $72, available at Loiél.

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Nanushka, Knit Top in Crème Dot, $301, available at Nanushka.

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Marc Jacobs, Polka Dot Skirt, $295, available at Marc Jacobs.

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Converse, Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Sneakers in Polka Dot, $72, available at ASOS.

Zara, Flowy Polka Dot Top, $39.90, available at Zara; Zara, Flowy Polka Dot Pants, $49.90, available at Zara.

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Ganni, Cameron Twist Dress, $315, available at Ganni.

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Hansel From Basel, Rie Crew, $14, available at Hansel From Basel.

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Creatures Of Comfort, Harriette Pant Polka Dot Shantug, $483, available at Creatures Of Comfort.

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Topshop, Spot Print Corduroy Skirt, $60, available at Topshop.