How To Style Polka Dots

Hey friends, happy Monday! Hopefully you all had a great Super Bowl weekend w/ friends, family, and of course all that good food. We had a great weekend celebrating a birthday in the fam! We made this carrot cake that was ahhmazing x a million.

Talking all things polka dot today. They’re such a fun print to style that can be mixed with other prints.. Mix Match Fashion if you know what we mean! We BOTH picked up some polka dot prints that we are styling today, but we’ll also be sharing some more in the next few weeks.

Okay, truth time.. are you a fan of polka dots? They’ve been in for years now, but we’re now just kind of jumping on board! Honestly, I (Lydia) really like how I styled my polka dot top, but there’s just something in me that’s still not quite sure I’m 100% on board w/ the whole thing.. maybe it’s the bigger polka dot print that’s messing with me haha!

If you need some inspo on cute ways to wear the polka dot trend then check out 31 ways HERE.

Polka Dot Tops

Like I mentioned above, not sure how I feel about this polka dot top. It’s a love / hate relationship lol! I do know that it’s super comfy, kinda like a mix between a long sleeve tee and sweatshirt. The best part is it’s under $30.

Adding my denim jacket and fiddler cap definitely adds an edgier look to it, which I love! Makes it more, ME!

Polka Dot Pants

My latest shopping obsession is printed pants. I’m trying to change it up a little, instead of styling everything with my favorite jeans! I have to say I am absolutely loving that I am stepping out of my comfort zone and mixing it up. These pants feel great; they are silky and comfy, and I especially like the striping detail on the side.

I am 5’2″ with extremely short legs so finding pants that fit me can be difficult. For reference most cropped pants are regular length on me – haha. Since that is the case I have been looking for retailers that sell petite.

How To Style Polka Dots

Keep your silhouettes modern when wearing polka dots

When wearing large polka dots keep the rest of your look minimal

Finish up your look with some edgy accessories to toughen your look up

Try a trend you like by easing in to it.. a polka dot scarf / bandana or even some fun polka dot socks

If you like mixing prints try pairing stripes with your polka dots

We’re seeing a lot of yellow this spring especially combined with polka dots, so if you’re a lover of color this ones for you!

ALL IMAGES BY HANNAH SCHWEISS PHOTOGRAPHY

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28 Comments

  1. February 5, 2018 / 10:15 am

    I LOVE that polka dot sweater… too cute!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 10:30 am

      Thanks so much girly!! Happy Monday.

  2. February 5, 2018 / 11:08 am

    Those pants are just fabulous!!! Love how bold they are!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 12:24 pm

      Aren’t they SO fun? Something so different than what I would normally wear, but I’m loving it! Happy Monday friend!!

  3. February 5, 2018 / 11:28 am

    I love that you’re styling both small and big polka dots. Both are so much fun to wear. Looking good!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 12:25 pm

      Thanks so much girly!! Polka dots are so much fun to style.

  4. Liz
    February 5, 2018 / 12:43 pm

    I LOVE both of these outfits! So chic and stylish and of course, polka dots are one of my faves!

    Liz

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 2:33 pm

      Thanks so much babe!! Polka dots are so much fun!

  5. Shira
    February 5, 2018 / 12:45 pm

    I love a good polka print so I’m all about these looks!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 2:34 pm

      Polka dot print is super fun! Thanks so much girly!!

  6. roxyturtle
    February 5, 2018 / 3:50 pm

    I adore polka dots and love how you’ve styled both looks! I think my favorite is the first one just because I’m a big fan of black jeans and thick-soled Vans but they are both great.

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 8:25 pm

      Thanks so much! Gotta love a pair of black jeans and vans.. one of my fave combinations for sure!

  7. February 5, 2018 / 5:45 pm

    Polka dots aer so fun but can sometimes be a lot and hard to style. You styled them perfectly! Love both looks so much! xo

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 5, 2018 / 8:26 pm

      Aw, thank ya so much for the sweet comment! Definitely agree with ya on they can be hard to style.

  8. February 5, 2018 / 8:22 pm

    I’ll be totally honest: I’ve always been more of a stripes gal. However, seeing these two looks may have just made me a believer in this fabulous print. You two seriously made it so chic. I need to add some polka dots to my life soon!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 6, 2018 / 8:39 am

      We totally agree with ya, more of a stripes girl ourselves! So so sweet Stephanie, thank you!! There’s so many great polka dot clothing out there right now. xo!

  9. February 6, 2018 / 5:44 pm

    Love how you both styled your polka dots!!

    xo, Laura

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 6, 2018 / 6:44 pm

      Thanks so much babe!

  10. Kaitlin
    February 6, 2018 / 7:40 pm

    I’m loving the polka dot top! I know you’re on the fence about it but there’s something so sweet and feminine about it but then you bring in the sassy chic edge with your BA accessories! I’m loving it!!

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 7, 2018 / 10:38 am

      Thanks so much girly! Haha, love ya so much girl.. adding some accessories definitely makes me feel better about polka dot print. xo!

  11. Mary
    February 6, 2018 / 8:26 pm

    I’m obsessed with both of you. Y’all kill it on the daily!

    – Mary ❤️

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 7, 2018 / 10:39 am

      And we’re obsessed with you! We can’t tell ya how much your love & support means to us, girl!! xoxox!

  12. February 7, 2018 / 12:44 pm

    omg yes! I am totally in a huge polka dot phase right now! I LOVE that white top with the black dots! so chic!

    love,
    Britt+Whit

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 7, 2018 / 2:50 pm

      Thanks girly! All things polka dots right now!!

  13. February 7, 2018 / 6:36 pm

    I kind of have a thing for polka dots so I love that you did a whole post on them!

    xo,
    Steph
    @trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 7, 2018 / 7:31 pm

      Aw, thanks girly! Polka dots are such a fun print to style!! xo!

  14. Carolyna Bauer
    February 12, 2018 / 9:43 pm

    I love polka dots! My favorite are the polka pants. XOXO,
    Carolyna
    @carolynabauer // carolynabauer.com

    • ohdarlingblog@yahoo.com
      February 13, 2018 / 9:24 am

      The polka dot pants are our favorite too! There so fun. xoxo!