Dots Spotted
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Along with more defined silhouettes and a tidy ladylike vibe, that has been swelling for some time, comes the timeless dot. This simple shape has been playing diplomat between rigid geometry and amoebic fluidity for centuries. A pattern once reserved for the Jester, it broke free of it’s comedic association in 19th Century England. A mutable pattern, it is just as at home on a ruffled silk chiffon gown as it is on a cotton shift or even a bikini. The swinging 60’s sang the praises of the polka dot perhaps more than any other era with dots taking on a cartoonish scale from Carnaby Street to the silver screen.
This month Anna Friel (bottom left) wore a gown bearing a striking resemblance to a 1934 dotted design by Lanvin. Recently, spots have been seen on Mischa Barton, Ellen Page, Ione Skye and Whitney Port to name a few. Last night In Las Vegas, Rebecca Romjin popped in a mini, that Roy Lichtenstein would have been proud of, for the Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino opening.
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To see polka dots through fashion history check out this lightbox.
Tags: Anna Friel, Archival, Rebecca Romjin, trends, Vintage Inspiration
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