Dotty about spots

March 19th, 2007

I adore spots. Like stripes, polka dots are a “timeless and of the moment” choice. They are fun, graphic, modern, age-less and always a statement. Polka dots come in various sizes, forms and colours. Some spotted prints are loud and extreme, while others are soft and subtle. There aren’t any hard and fast rules when it comes to choosing the best spot for you. Large or small, contrasting or tone-on-tone, equidistant or unevenly spaced, and overlapping or uniform, your choice of polka dots this season is abundant. Think of spots on items like girly blouses, cardigans, dresses, skirts and jackets. And if you still can’t get your head around actually wearing dots, there’s always the option of a stylishly spotty accessory.

Louben Polka Dot CamisoleCharles Gray Mini Portrait Jacket International Concepts Dot-Printed Halter Blouse

Spotted Spring statement pieces from Louben, Charles Gray (Nordstrom) and INC. (Macy’s).


 

5 Replies

Posted on Monday, March 19th, 2007 at 8:05 am
Debbie

Some of my clothing that I have held onto over the years are pieces with polka dots. There are tons of shoes out there this season with dots, but I can’t bellieve how cheaply some of them are made. What is with the flat plastic soles that the heels are a solid part of? They look like throwaways.

Posted on March 19th, 2007 at 1:46 pm

i am feeling the polka dots right now for spring. check out my blog, i just posted an adorable polka dot dress from nordstrom on there. i really, really want it.

Posted on March 21st, 2007 at 9:19 pm

[...] Welcome the day clutch as a more elegant alternative to the oversized tote or satchel for Spring. The idea of a grab-bag for everyday use is an interesting one. Their sleek rectangular shape is modern and new, and I especially like them matched with a spotted top. The contrast that is created between the roundness of the polka dot and the linear shape of the clutch is somehow striking. [...]

Posted on March 30th, 2007 at 7:23 am

[...] Contrast is striking. Pairing a round face with angular sunglasses (shades that have rims with sharp points) works really well. A similar contrast is created when pointy facial features are paired with rounder sunglasses. Striking differences are appealing and eye-catching and somehow I’m always drawn to them. The same way polka dots are superbly complimented by rectangular handbags. [...]

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