POLKA DOTS, GINGHAM & PLAYFUL PRINTS 2026!
Polka dots never date but they are having a fabulous moment this spring! From classic black & white to colourful dots and oversized spots, they’re a fun way to add personality to your wardrobe. Remember, scale matters – choose a dot size that works with your own physical scale – height, weight & bone structure size.
Find something in a coloured polka dot this spring rather than classic black & white for something different.
Gingham is back too! It’s a woven fabric featuring a simple, usually two-colour checked or plaid pattern, created by crossing horizontal and vertical stripes. Traditionally associated with cotton and a fresh, casual feel, gingham can range from tiny checks to larger, bolder patterns. Forget the little picnic-check dress, this season we’re seeing gingham in larger checks, stronger colours and more sophisticated styles. It’s a wonderfully fresh & playful print for spring.
And it’s not just spots & checks! Leopard, florals, stripes and other playful prints are bringing plenty of personality to spring fashion.
My tip… don’t be afraid of patterns & prints! Choose colours that flatter & harmonize on you, consider the scale of the print & if you’re a little nervous, start with a top, scarf or accessory rather than going head-to-toe.
Be mindful to choose any of these trends to suit who you are as an individual, otherwise they may simply sit in your wardrobe without any purpose.
Remember, just because something’s “on trend” doesn’t mean it belongs in YOUR wardrobe!
