Polka Dot Fashion: Spring's Best Bets

Thursday, March 22, 2012

--By Kim Moshtaghi

Last night I passed White House Black Market's window display and I couldn’t resist stopping to admire their fun display of polka dot fashion! Their array included polka dots of all different colors and sizes and it was spectacular! Their fun and fifties inspired clothing made it all worth admiring. With thin belts and ruffles, this display was this week’s inspiration.

I felt obligated to feature a shirt from the store that inspired this article. This feminine and versatile shirt is perfect for work. Wear it with slacks or your knee length skirt to give it a professional and sleek look. I really like the high scoop neck and the pink sash. The pink sash is wide enough to top off this otherwise conservative shirt and it works as a bright accent piece to go along with spring colors. Be bold and wear some pink stilettos to sexy this shirt up even more.

White House Black Market Polka Dot A-Line Shell

→ Buy the White House Black Market Polka Dot A-Line Shell, $88.00, at whitehouseblackmarket.com.


Next up is a lovely dress that I have to purchase. I already know exactly what I would pair it with to make a perfect outfit. This solid black dress reminds me of my favorite yellow Karta dress. Dresses like this are a staple for any closet. This playful overlay of polka dots with black lining pairs well with huge pearls that are short or with long layers of pearls. Feel free to add some funky, chunky pieces with this dress whether you want to look refined or play up the playfulness of this dress. Take advantage of the solid black coloring of this dress and add your own fun!

Laundry by Shelli Segal Polka Dot Lace Shift Dress

→ Buy the Laundry by Shelli Segal Polka Dot Lace Shift Dress, $195.00, at nordstrom.com; shipping and returns are free.


This next shoe is as flirtatious as Jessica Simpson’s black and white polka dot shoes and just as comfortable. Strut your stuff with these great shoes and your sundress or get ready for some white attire.

Steve Madden Mygee Polka Dot Sandal

→ Buy the Steve Madden Mygee Polka Dot Sandal, $49.95, at stevemadden.com.


This red and white dress is a feminine silk dress that flows with pure perfection, and masters every curve on a women. This dress accentuates the waist, because the small cloth belt tucks without making you feel invaded.

Tucker Short Sleeve Polka Dot Dress

→ Buy the Tucker Short Sleeve Polka Dot Dress, $395.00, at bloomingdales.com.


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Kim Moshtaghi
Kim Moshtaghi is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Born in Germany, Kim is currently based in sunny Del Mar, California, where she also serves as Stiletto Jungle's Director of Sales and Promotions. Kim has a communications degree, a third degree black belt, and a totally covetable Gucci handbag collection.