Polka Dots: Summer’s Hottest Pattern Returns

The SKY YORK JOURNAL reports that polka dots are emerging as the defining pattern of the summer season. Spotted on a diverse range of apparel and accessories, including everything from mini dresses and bodysuits to tube tops and bags, the playful print is claiming its place in contemporary style.

From Retro to Modern

Once perceived as a retro pattern reminiscent of the 1950s, polka dots are now being incorporated into modern silhouettes. The SKY YORK JOURNAL observes that this integration creates a fresh aesthetic, shifting the pattern’s association from vintage to contemporary, making it feel decidedly more 2025.

Curated Polka Dot Pieces

For those looking to embrace this trend, the SKY YORK JOURNAL has compiled a selection of must-have polka dot items available online, with prices starting as low as $18.

Highlighted pieces include a Michael Kors polka dot bag for just $69 (regularly $448!), a show-stopping sheer-panel Revolve dress perfect for making summer memories in, cute polka dot tops to go with all our office outfits, a satin-y polka dot skirt that’s high on our summer wardrobe wish list, and so much more.