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Currently Trending: One Polka Dot Blouse, Three Ways!

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:17:03 PST

Playful polka dots were - ahem, spotted on a few of our favorite runways for Fall at Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, and Stella McCartney. We fell head over heels for this adorable pattern and wanted to push the trend a little further by layering different size polka dots together. The key to this look is getting a pretty printed top that can act as a basic and layering contrasting dot prints via cardigans, skirts, and handbags. Just watch to see how we style this polka-dot blouse three different ways.

Runway to Reality: How to Pull Off Polka Dots For Under $100

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 03:30:36 PST

The polka-dot trend is pretty spot-on for the season - we saw the look on the Fall runways at Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, and Lanvin, and also on stylish celebs like Chloë Moretz - and this time there's a modern, ultra-sexy vibe that reads more sultry seductress than Minnie Mouse. If you think you have to win the lottery to rock this trend, you're mistaken; not only can you achieve the look with something as simple as a scarf or pair of tights, but it can also be done for well under $100 (yes, we're serious). To shop our favorite budget polka-dot pieces, just keep reading.

7 Days, 7 Ways: How Celebs Style Up Their Polka Dots

Hannah Weil — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:15:57 PDT

On the Fall runways, from Marc Jacobs to Stella McCartney, we spied polka dots having a bit of a style resurgence. But, it's not just designers that are embracing the prints. From the dressed down to the retro chic, we've spied our favorite celebrities showing off their own takes on the dotted print. To help you do the same, we've culled seven celebrity examples to inspire a week's worth of dotted styles. Jordana Brewster goes casual, Kirsten Dunst, vintage glam - all in all, this batch of chic celebrity looks will forever challenge your association of polka dots with Minnie Mouse. Click through for the inspiration and the looks to shop. Plus, don't forget to check out our video tutorial to style one great polka-dot blouse three ways.

Fall Shopping: 10 Super-Cool Statement Sweaters

Liza Kaplan — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 15:00:53 PDT

Bundling up doesn't have to be boring, particularly when the centerpiece of your look is a stellar statement sweater. Speak to Fall’s mod trend by picking up a cool colorblocked piece, make all-black magic with a splash of metallics, or call attention to your collar with a trompe d’oeil pull. No matter what you’re in the mood for, with these 10 statement sweaters, your Winter wardrobe will feel a little hotter - in the best way.

Fall Shopping: Getting Dotty

Noria Morales — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:15:40 PDT

Polka dots never really go away, but this season, they feel more relevant, and prominent, than ever. Whether you show them on your dress, on a hat, or on your hosiery, the dot adds a jolt of playfulness to your outfit. When worn in ladylike silhouettes, the polka dot feels downright flirty. We saw polka dots on the runway at Marc Jacobs, Lanvin, and Stella McCartney for Fall 2011, and the most recent celeb to show her dots was Scarlett Johansson, wearing a dress from Marc Jacobs's runway collection. To get started on your own polka-dot collection, click the items in our widget to shop!

Serve Up the Spotty and Dotty!

Julia Walsh — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 05:00:00 PDT

Vibrant colors and sprightly floral are serious cheerleaders, but there's no pattern that puts me in a merrier mood than polka dots - or "spotty prints," as the Brits call them. Since Summer decorating is all about keeping the fun, I thought I'd round up some darling dotty motifs for you to sprinkle around your home.

The Blik Sweet 16 Wall Decal ($40) might be my favorite; it's so Damien Hirst, isn't it? I'll also be grinning from ear to ear if someone hands me a cupcake lined with the Mini Grape Polka-Dot Bake Cups ($6). Prefer something more chic? The Large Ikat Dots Pillow ($30) from Urban Outfitters is also a must have. Click the product images to shop the rest of this look!

Love It or Hate It: Kate Winslet Wears Stella McCartney Fall '11 Runway Dress

Noria Morales — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 06:55:54 PDT

Just yesterday we noted Kate Winslet embracing her girly side in a flirty frock, but last night she went sleek and sexy in a sheer cutout Stella McCartney dress. Talk about straight off the runway; that same dress was worn by model Natasha Poly earlier this month at the Stella McCartney Fall 2011 show! It's a daring dress, and a risque sartorial choice, because you show some serious skin in the body-hugging silhouette. What do you think?

Trend Alert: Spots and Stripes

Noria Morales — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:35:04 PST

Moschino is known for its quirky girlishness, and we absolutely loved the mix of polka dots and stripes on Moschino's Spring runway. How could mixing two prints look so fresh and crisp? Mostly by sticking to a primary palette of black, red, white, and blue. The feminine silhouettes conjure up visions of a young Brigitte Bardot looking flirty on the French seaside. We put together some outfits, like a retro tankini ($20) and floaty red skirt ($70), or a silky polka-dot dress ($310) under a sharp striped jacket ($94). Add a pair of espadrilles et voilà, you're done. Click items to buy.

Etsy Finds: Connect the Dots

Elka Karl — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 03:00:38 PST

Need to add a touch of fun to your home? Polka dots are a sure way to do it; the issue is keeping the look grownup and cool, and not reminiscent of your favorite elementary school jumper. Luckily, I've done the legwork for you, rounding up some very fun dotted home goods that will have you seeing spots - in a good way.

FabSugarTV: Vanessa Hudgens Spotted Outside Marc Jacobs at NYFW

FabTV — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 12:26:04 PST

Vanessa Hudgens, who was just spotted front row at the Diesel Black Gold presentation with Chace Crawford, was at the Marc Jacobs Fall 2011 show to get the inside scoop on what she thought of all the polka-dots, latex, and Minnie Mouse-inspired fashions on the runway. It was her first New York Fashion Week, and for the occasion she donned a hot pink dress, blush blazer, and vibrant colorblocked clutch, all from Jacobs's Spring 2011 collection. Watch now to hear how Hudgens describes the breathtaking experience!

Marc Jacobs Glitter Dot Lace-Inset Dress - Sold Out	ASOS Spot Print Chiffon Blazer - Sold Out
Stella McCartney Vita polka-dot tulle blouse - Sold Out	Marc Jacobs Polka-dot wool-fleece pencil skirt - Sold Out
Splendid Polka-dot voile blouse - Sold Out	Polka Dot Bow Neck Blouse - Sold Out
Tucker Pleated Silk Skirt - Sold Out	Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Polka-dot silk-blend cardigan - Sold Out
Maison Michel Coralie Polka Dot Veil - Sold Out	SUN 68 Sleeveless sweater - $98.00
Geho Hat - Sold Out	Mcginn 'Nikki' Polka Dot Lace Skirt - Sold Out