How to wear polka dots

  |   03-08-2016

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[Image: Olivia Palermo wears a polkadot shirt with retro-style sunglasses.]

This cheery polka dot pattern is a refreshing staple that some of us shy away from. Love it or hate it, they are a trend that are here to stay. This retro print has been seen throughout the ‘50s, ‘60s, ’70s and into the noughties. Inject some contemporary pieces and mix and match.  Here are some suggestions to keep the trend fresh and stylish.

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SAINT LAURENT Polka-dot crepe shirt

DOLCE & GABBANA Stretch-wool crepe mini skirt

CUTLER AND GROSS Mai Tai round-frame acetate and rose gold-tone sunglasses

MARK CROSS Hadley baby textured-leather shoulder bag

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TIBI Carmen off-the-shoulder embroidered cotton and silk-blend top

SAINT LAURENT Polka-dot silk crepe de chine scarf

JOHANNA ORTIZ Capote polka-dot silk-charmeuse wide-leg pants

GUCCI Gold-plated, faux pearl and crystal clip earrings

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MAGDA BUTRYM Rennes open-back polka-dot silk-satin dress

EUGENIA KIM Emmanuelle faux leather-trimmed rabbit-felt fedora

CHLOÉ Drew mini studded leather and suede shoulder bag

ISABEL MARANT Robby suede knee boots