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Saturday, 9 June 2018

Going Dotty

Polka dots are a classic neutral now - they always seem to be available in one guise or another each season.  I have collected a few polka dot items over the past few years and still wear each and every one of them.  Sometimes I dress them up with a heel and fun clutch, other times ( as today) I wear them with trainers or espadrilles for a more relaxed look. Whatever your preferred style, make sure you buy at least one polka dot piece for your wardrobe.  It will be a hero item for many seasons to come.

Today I have focused on polka dot dresses.  Dresses that will be great for Summer, maybe with a denim jacket if the day/evening is chilly or for Winter with a sweater worn over.

Let's start with some spotty inspiration from Pinterest: 









Today I have browsed 10 online stores and here are the results:

First up this classic taupe spot combo, reminiscent of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman.




Okay, so I know this is not a dress but it can be worn pretty much for any occasion, the good old jumpsuit.

New Look Black Spot Print Jumpsuit £17.99

This loose fit, easy to wear midi is perfect for long summer days, as a dress or a beach cover up.

Urban Outfitters Pins & Needles Polka Dot Midi Shirt Dress £52
I love this combination of white with black spots..
Urban Outfitters Jasmin Julia Polka Dot Dress £56
Another jumpsuit - what was that I said about keeping focused?!

Urban Outfitters Mini Dot Button Through Jumpsuit £59
This insta-famous polka dot dress is still available from Next.  I bought the navy star version and would definitely recommend.
Next Red Spot Tea Dress £30

This Boden dress is just that little bit different, and could be worn with skinny jeans if you aren't keen to get your knees out.

Boden Navy Spot Dress £80
Back to glam now, but this dress would look equally as good with trainers or sandals.

Angeleye Wrap Polka Dot Dress £48
This is very similar to the Boden dress I am wearing today - perfect for any occasion.

Vero Moda Petite Polka Dot Dress £36
Love the navy and white combination on this and sleeve ruffles..

Warehouse Navy Textured Spot Dress £59
Navy and red spots anyone?
Warehouse Red Navy Spot Wrap Dress £39
I've gone up a few notches on the price with this Whistles dress, but the quality will be excellent and will last for years to come.
Whistles Spot Wrap Maxi Dress £159
I love the contrast front and back on this dress - a touch of Rixo at a fraction of the price - I've yet to try it but I will be doing soon.
Topshop Spot Front Floral Back Dress £49

I love the look of this dress but am not sure if the high neck would bother me on a warm summer day.

Topshop Polka Dot Frill Midi Dress £49
Love this one..
Marks and Spencer Long Sleeve Midi Dress £35
And this one too - similar to the Topshop one but without the high neck.

Marks & Spencer Spotted Long Sleeve Midi Dress £35
Then onto Mango - This navy and white dress is so cute - not sure about the hat though!

Mango Polka Dot Midi Dress reduced to £29.99
Love the oversized spots on this one..
Mango Bow Polka Dot Dress now £29.99
And the teeny tiny dots on this one...
ASOS Polka Dot Smock Dress £50
More oversized dots...
ASOS Mango Large Spot Dress £49.99
Medium sized dots here!
ASOS Design Button Midi Dress £35
Easy to wear, with the extra detail of the zip at the neck.

ASOS Reclaimed Vintage Polka Dot Dress £30

As I was browsing I found three pairs of Mango shoes that would look just fab with any of the above..



Mango Heel Leather Mules £59.99

Bow Leather Shoes £35.99

Mango Fabric Plumeti Ankle Boot £35.99


Do you love polka dots?

Until next time,

Sue xxx


















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