Spots & Polka Dots

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      Look at the space between the spots

      Polka dot clothing changes character with the scale of the repeat and the amount of background showing. Look at a spotted shirt from a few steps away, then check the fabric close up. A fine dot can read almost like texture, while the contrast between the colours affects how clearly you see the pattern. Dots can be printed or worked into the surface of the fabric, so use the close-up photographs as well as the full garment view.

      Browse spotted shirts and dresses from FOIL and Madly Sweetly, comparing the shape before deciding on the colour. For a button-through shirt, look at the shoulder, the button line and where the hem finishes over your usual trousers. Pink with white and blue with navy are useful starting points; try the outfit with shoes you already wear. With a spotted dress, use the background colour to choose a plain jacket or cardigan. Read each product’s fabric and fit details, then check its size guide rather than assuming the same size will work across both labels.

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      NEW ARRIVAL
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 – Dot It Blue
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 in Dot It Blue, close view on model with white cropped pants
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 – Dot It Blue
      Foil
      $189.00
      NEW ARRIVAL
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 – Dot It Pink
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 in Dot It Pink, front view on model with white cropped pants
      Foil All Class Shirt FO7428 – Dot It Pink
      Foil
      $189.00
      FINAL SALE
      Bonanza Dress in Indigo Denim MS1252 by Madly Sweetly
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      Bonanza Dress in Indigo Denim MS1252 by Madly Sweetly
      Madly Sweetly
      $464.00

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      Spots & Polka Dots Frequently Asked Questions

      Try a plain jumper with enough room through the shoulders and sleeves for the shirt underneath. Show the collar or a little of the cuff if you want a small area of pattern. Move your arms and sit down to check that the layers remain comfortable without bunching at the armhole.
      Fasten the shirt and check the button line both standing and seated. Pulling or gaps may mean you need more room or a different cut. Compare the garment measurements with a shirt you own and consider the shoulders too. Ask for measurements if the listing does not give you enough information.
      Choose a colour shared by both patterns and vary their scale so they do not compete equally for attention. A finely spotted shirt and a broader stripe give you one combination to try. Keep the shoes and bag plain initially, then assess the whole outfit in a mirror before adding more detail.
      Start with the invitation and venue, then consider the dress’s fabric, length and finish. A spot pattern alone does not establish a dress code. Try the dress with the shoes and outer layer you plan to wear, checking how the outfit feels when you sit, walk and move your arms.
      Follow the care label supplied with each garment. The pattern does not tell you how the fabric should be washed, dried or ironed, and printed dots can need different treatment from texture worked into the cloth. Check the individual product’s composition and care information before choosing a washing method.

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