If you haven’t yet heard, the most coveted designer collections of fall 2025 are peppered with polka dots. Fendi has officially co-signed the ladylike pattern with spotted faux fur jackets and sweater dresses. Meanwhile, Balmain offers a speckled floor-sweeping gown fit for any formal occasion. And if you’re searching for dotted fall footwear, look no further than Isabel Marant. The boho-chic brand has a pair of polka-dot pumps that are guaranteed to elevate any look.
For polka-dot outfit inspiration, I’ve scoped out Copenhagen Fashion Week’s street style scene, where savvy It girls are wearing specks of all shapes and sizes. One showgoer styled a spotted slip skirt with a classic T-shirt, a sharp trench coat, and polished sandals. Another teamed a polka-dot blouse with tailored trousers and knee-high boots.
To no surprise, the bold print has even infiltrated celebrity circles. Hailey Bieber recently swapped her tried-and-true baggy jeans for a pair of polished polka-dot capri pants—which she wore with a boatneck tank top, sleek flip-flops, and a mini handbag.
Hailey Bieber wearing a pair of polka-dot pedal pushers.
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Inspired by the many ways to style polka dots—now and through fall—I’ve decided to try the trend for myself. Ahead, you’ll find a handpicked edit of my favorite polka-dot pieces from brands like Reformation, Zara, and Dôen. Whether you’re searching for statement-making styles covered in colossal circles or minimal designs covered in tiny dots, there’s a little something for everyone.
Zara
Polka Dot Mini Flare Pants
Follow Hailey Bieber’s lead with a pair of white capris adorned with black spots.
Chocolate brown is one of summer’s most viral color trends—and it will dominate fall, too. So, go ahead and give the delectable shade a taste.
Y2K’s halter top trend has officially received the It-girl seal of approval. So, needless to say, this top from Lioness has made its way to the top of my wish list.
Mango
Polka-Dot Dress With Belt
With Jean
Maeve Midi Skirt
With Jean’s Maeve skirt delivers a dose of drama with a playful asymmetrical hemline.
Reformation
Cherry Silk Top
Champion fashion’s girlhood aesthetic with Reformation’s Cherry top, which features a charming bow detail.
Loeffler Randall
Landon Studded Ballet Flat
If you’re feeling edgy, slip into these ballet flats from Loeffler Randall. Drenched in a cherry red hue and embellished with silver studs, these shoes are bound to make heads turn.
Elodie the Label
Jodie Skirt
For the minimalists out there who prefer pared-down pieces, consider Elodie the Label’s streamlined skirt decorated with itsy-bitsy dots.
On the other hand, for a maximal appeal, try AFRM’s pink and purple spotted bodysuit
Amanda Uprichard
Wynwood Dress
SNDYS
X Revolve Chloe Dress
Not afraid to test-drive the naked dress trend? Pull on this sheer frock stitched with a translucent chiffon skirt.
Sam Edelman
Bianka Slingback Mesh Pointed Toe Pump
Sam Edelman’s Bianka shoes aren’t your ordinary black slingbacks. Look closely and you’ll notice that these slip-ons are made with dotted mesh fabric.
Reformation
Elio Knit Top
There’s nothing I love more than an off-the-shoulder top. I can’t wait to style this piece for my next going-out outfit.
Stand out from the crowd in Hemant and Nandita’s polka-dot pants. For a matchy-matchy look, team these bottoms with the brand’s coordinating button-down top.
Free People
Analise Printed Midi Skirt
Cut from sophisticated satin fabric, this slip skirt feels undoubtedly refined.
Zara
Mesh Ballet Flats With Bow
Provided that you’re not in the mood to spend a pretty penny, reach for Zara’s affordable mesh flats.
Dôen
Lorraine Polka Dot Silk Blend Satin Midi Dress
Fashion editors can’t seem to stop raving about Dôen (which just so happens to be one of Taylor Swift’s favorite brands). I plan to try the celeb-approved label, starting with this stunning silk dress.
