The polka dot pattern has been around for over a century and is a trend that continues to come back into vogue. When Miss America debuted a polka dot bikini in 1926, Disney followed suit shortly ...

For this article, senior lifestyle editor Tamara Kraus interviewed four fashion experts on the best polka-dot pieces to wear this summer, along with tips on how to wear the trending pattern.

Polka dot dresses are trending again, and we found 18 styles worth shopping—from easy minis and elegant midis to flowy floor-length gowns.

Polka dot nails are, unsurprisingly, exactly what they sound like. The manicure features any color nail base (or even a French manicure base) with polka dots on top. The beauty is in the ...

The polka-dot pattern was present throughout Luisa Beccaria ’s fall 2025 collection, as described by WWD’s Martino Carrera in February.

And with limitless design potential, from the scale to negative space and color, polka dots are a versatile design pattern that can unexpectedly add sophistication and an element of whimsy and fun.

The set is an absolute steal at £17. Shaughna recently sported this exact Shein Simple Polka Dot Pattern Set on her Instagram story, now discounted from £19.49 to £17.09, reports OK!.

The pattern had a huge impact on cultural moments during this era: Frank Sinatra released a song called “Polka Dots and Moonbeams” in the ’40s; Marilyn Monroe and Lucille Ball sported them ...