16 Ways to Wear Polka Dots This Fall
Anjerika Wilmer
Anjerika Wilmer
Full-time grad student and all-around creative type, Anjerika leaves no avenue unexplored. Though a tried-and-true fashion girl, she counts art history, architecture and good design as constant sources of inspiration. Most importantly, she's always in a Vienna state of mind.
If there's one pattern that's both high impact and low risk — it's a polka dot print. Whether you're influenced by the brightly colored dots lining Yayoi Kusama's Obliteration Room
or the dots spotted (get it?) on a Kate Spade party frock, we've rounded up 16 ways to take advantage of the latest fashion phenomenon. Click through to get shopping!
Realisation Par The Alexandra in Italia Spot ($195): Found it. THAT ruffled wrap dress you've been seeing (and proceeding to stalk) on every style influencer can now be yours. Shown here is Réalisation Par's signature black and red Italia spot print — an instant crowd pleaser.
Reformation Sorrenti Pant Dot ($178): Command attention with these elongating trousers that will make you look (and feel) like the woman of the hour. Try a neck-tie blouse by day, and a sherpa-collared denim jacket come cocktail hour.
Mango Polka-Dot Crop Top ($46): 'Cause it's five o'clock somewhere.
Ban.do Deck Out a Backpack Bundle in Grid/Dots ($83): Don't be a bore. Connect the dots with Ban.do's grid print backpack featuring a slew of colorful iron-on dot patches. Mix 'em, match 'em — you're up for a challenge, right?
ASOS Polka Dot Smock Mini Dress ($48): The question is: Who wore it better — you or Minnie?
Kate Spade New York Chiffon Ruffle Top ($248): "BRB, heading to brunch on the UES at Maison Kayser," so says this prim and proper chiffon blouse featuring frilly ruffles, femme dots, and yup, a big ol' bow.
Marc Jacobs Polka-Dot Silk-Satin Twill Scarf ($95): This luxe Cruella de Vil-esque neckerchief will lend just a hint of je ne sais quoi to your cool girl uniform. Any takers?
Forever 21 Sheer Bodysuit & Skirt Set ($58): Can you say prom do-over? Between the ethereal tulle skirt and va-va-voom worthy bustier top, this co-ord has fall banquet written all over it.
Banana Republic Easy Care Dot Bell-Sleeve Top ($88): Day or night, work or play: Some cha-cha-ready bell sleeves are always in the game plan (err, except on Taco Tuesdays, that is).
Free People Keep It Jumpin' Jumper ($128): Drop it like it's haute with this free-wheelin' polka dot jumpsuit that calls for a ribbed turtleneck and trend-right mules.
Alice + Olivia Gleeson Polka Dot Boxy Long Sleeve Pullover ($365): Cropped and ready to mingle, this oversized polka dot sweater is here for all your autumnal layering needs. PSL, where you at?
J.Crew Boyfriend Chino Pant in Polka Dot ($80): Chinos, as we know it, will never be the same. This khaki pair featuring playful polka dots will double down for the boardroom and weekend glamping adventures alike.
Zara Combined Polka Dot Shirt ($90): Why settle when you can have it ALL? Mixed polka dot blouse, we're comin' for ya.
Callipygian Polka-Dot Crepe Maxi Dress ($295): Slay, girl, slay! File this burgundy sweetheart maxi under what to wear to fall formal (or a spooky October wedding) with your boo.
The Fifth Atlanta Polka Dot Long Sleeve Dress ($115): Getting dotty with it, TYVM. This charming polka dot frock is the bee's knees.
Pixie Market Polka Dot Striped Top ($98): You savvy world traveler, you. Glean inspiration from the world around you with this blue and white mixed dot blouse that looks best styled with an accordion pleat skirt or kick-flare trousers.
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Anjerika Wilmer
Full-time grad student and all-around creative type, Anjerika leaves no avenue unexplored. Though a tried-and-true fashion girl, she counts art history, architecture and good design as constant sources of inspiration. Most importantly, she's always in a Vienna state of mind.