Polka-dot dresses are everywhere again in 2025: this trend brings retro flair to fashion

They are playful, feminine and iconic: dresses with polka dots experience a real comeback in the summer of 2025 and are among the most important fashion trends of the year. Whether on Instagram, the catwalks of large fashion houses or in the shop windows of popular brands – the iconic dung pattern is back and is more varied than ever.

The look exudes nostalgic charm and calls for vacation, a mild summer breeze and a touch of Old Hollywood. , Jacquemus or Carolina Herrera bring polka-dot prints back in modern silhouettes-and also revive icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Lady Diana or Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman”.

The best-known variant remains the black and white contrast. The focus is on simple summer dresses with bandeau or carmen neckline as well as minimalist cuts. Combined with filigree strap-high heels, ballerinas or stylish East-West bags, a look is created between retro romance and modern elegance.

In addition to the classic in black and white conquer such as chocolate brown, violet, powder pink or beige, the summer wardrobe. In particular brown polka-dot dresses, as you can find at the moment with fashion chains such as Zara or Mango, have warmer, more retro, without losing your vintage charm. Your big advantage: you can easily be combined with neutral tones or striking accessories in summer colors such as red heels or orange handbags.

Those who love it romantically put on or floral applications. Whether with balloon sleeves or cut-outs, this trend proves that points not only classic, but also very feminine, can be playful and high in contrast. The combination with XXL basket pockets and cowboy boots in particular ensure exciting style fractures in the summer of 2025.