Spot On: The VFG Fashion Parade for the week of March 31, 2025

[denisebrain]

Images (clockwise, from top left);
Paris Fashion, 1911 - George Grantham Bain Collection / Red & White Polka Dot Pattern / Folies Bergère Dancing Girls, 1934 - BASA / First Lady Betty Ford's Yellow Polka Dot Gown, 1974 - Gerald R Ford Presidential Library & Museum / Marilyn Monroe & Jane Russell 1953 - Los Angeles Times, CC BY 4.0 / Flamenco in Seville - Schnobby, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Girls Dress with Pelerine c.1869 - LACMA / Red & White Polka Dot Shoes


Spot On - A Round of Applause for Circular Fashion

Wearing vintage fashion is the perfect way to combine sustainability with timeless style, and what pattern better symbolises this circular ethos than the perfectly round polka dot?

Spots have been a staple in fashion since the 19th century, offering a vintage vibe that remains popular today. From Minnie Mouse to Marilyn Monroe, fifties rockabillies to First Ladies, French Folies Bergère dancing girls to Spanish flamenco dancers, this versatile and stylish pattern has earned a lasting spot in the fashion world.

We're simply dotty about spots, so join us as we shine the spotlight on polka dots!

 

[Shusteroo]

I love polka dots... find more at Shusteroo over on Etsy.

SAMBO Sofisticates Early 60s Navy Blue Silk Polka Dot Statement Collar Wiggle Dress (Documented Harpers Bazaar, March 1960)


CAROLINE CHARLES 70s Retro 50s Style Red Polka Dot Skirt Suit/Outfit



PETER BARRON 60s Brown Polka Dot Tiered Ruffle Neck Dress

 

[northstarvintage]

1950s Polka Dot Halter Dress

 

[Alleycats]

Vintage 50s Black and White Polka Dot Derby Hat with Feathers​

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

1980s Aquascutum Raincoat Polka Dot Off White Ladies Size Large

1970S DRESS W POET SLEEVES MARIE MARTINE PARIS SZ M

1960s 70s Top & Shorts Set Red w White Polka Dots Size S

1980s Faux Fur Coat w Polka Dots Jean-Claude Poitras

 

[thespectrum]

From my sold archives
1980s polka dot porcelain clip-on earrings

1960s Vera polka dot scarf

1950s felt circle skirt with polka dot appliqués

1950s polka dot skirt

1950s/60s polka dot shirtwaist dress

 

[vintagedevotion]

Vintage 50s Dress Hostess Gown Polka Dots Taffeta & Velvet Tulip Sleeves​

Vintage 1950s Dress Polka Dot Confetti Full Skirt Puff Sleeves Bullocks Wilshire

 

[BonniesVintageClothesLine]

Looney Tunes Characters Wool Doeskin Felt Hat Whitthall and Shon 1990s

 

[denisebrain]

I'm a sucker for all polka dots!!

 

[Ranch Queen Vintage]

1950s Satin Party Dress

1960s Rudi Gernreich Wool Knit Mini Dress

Brooks Brothers Silk Necktie, Made in England

1960s Mr. Dino Qiana Op Art Drop-Waist Dress

1990s Ungaro Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Maxi Dress

 

[Linn]

Bakelite Bangle - Personal Collection

Cay Artley Navy and White Polka Dot Dress (belt added) - In My Closet

C. 1950s Aqua and White Polka Dot Apron - Personal Collection

 

[Leisa]

What a fun parade! I like polka dots, but don't have any photos on hand right now.
Maybe I can get that together soon.
Meanwhile, here's a photo of my Favorite Blues Artist - Buddy Guy in his polka dots. LOL!

 

[BlackLotusVintage]

VINTAGE 80s Black and White Polka Dot Pencil Dress by My Michelle ​

VINTAGE 80s Navy Blue and White Polka Dot Culotte Shorts and Blouse Set by "That's Me!"
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VINTAGE 80s Polka-Dot Taffeta Belted Party Dress by Mayvens
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VINTAGE 70s Navy Blue and Red Dotted JOHNNY CARSON Necktie​

From my sold archive-
VINTAGE 80s 90s Red & Black Polka Dot Culotte Shorts and Blouse Set by Xtrmz

 

[denisebrain]

50s Blue, Green and Pink Dots and Waves Print Cotton Batiste Dress​

60s Blue & White Polka Dot Pleat Skirt Dress by Leslie Fay​

 

[Rachel.WNPC]

1930s Purple Bullseye Silk Chiffon Dress, Small

1950s Lilli Diamond Satin Dress Suit, Medium

1980s Martha Crepe Polka Dot Dress, XXS

 

[poshthreads]

SPOT ON items from Poshthreads
More Available at our eBay, Poshmark & Depop shops:

Op Art Dot Swirl Print by SirJe of California Dagger Collar Shirt Dress Knit Maxi​

Oscar de La Renta Chiffon Polka Dot Pale Pink Vintage Babydoll Slip Dress Chemise​

Vintage Miss Dior Silky Satin White Jacquard Navy Polka Dot Maxi Gown Slip Dress L​

2000 Victoria’s Secret 100% Silk Polka Dot Beige Cream Vintage Halter Slip Dress​

I.Magnin Silky Satin Pastel Blue Polka Dot Sheer Chiffon Trim Slip Dress Maxi Gown M​

 

[dollsntrolls]

Maggie, this dress is INCREDIBLE. HOLY WOW.

 

[dollsntrolls]

Sheer 30s Capelet Dress/Large Scale Polka Dot Deep Brown & White/Art Deco Belt Buckle and Belt, Cross-Over Bust, Unlined/AS IS - Med​

 

[Vintorious]

1980s Tiered Drop Waist Dress by "Ashlee" (NFS)

Late 1940s to Early 50s Taffeta Dress Set with Polka Dot Accents

 

[BlackLotusVintage]

Late 1940s to Early 50s Taffeta Dress Set with Polka Dot Accents

That is just gorgeous! How unique!