Polka dots as an outfit inspiration? Indeed. Although I think if you’re older than 10, you need to be careful when wearing this fun pattern, as it can look juvenile or retro. We know I have an inner 12-year-boy (whom Megan thinks I should name Skipper), but I think his little sister lives here too because I love polka dots!
Do polka dots in design conjure up images of fun little girl’s rooms?

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 True, the pattern can be juvenile, but it can also be fabulous when done properly. Even in large doses:

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 Dots are also just as impactful in small doses.


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Notice these are all black & white dots? I think it’s the most sophisticated combination, but since I always need a pop of color, I paired my polka dot with a dash of magenta.
Since I wore this outfit to work, I kept the polka dot to a minimum. But I think it keeps things from looking too serious
Too bad I wasn’t invited to the Lonny New Year’s Eve dinner, I could have been another accent!
And at the risk of looking like Liberace, I can’t resist a ruffly collar! Are there patterns you steer clear of in your home or wardrobe?
{Outfit deets: ress – Martin + Osa; ruffled top – JCrew; cardi – JCrew; belt – JCrew; shoes – Gianni Bini; earrings – Banana Republic}
i love polka dots lately. why can't i have a million rooms so i can have everything i love!
you are so cute, i love that polka dot accent!
You look beautiful! Great colors and I love the little bit of polka dot at the collar! Janell
You look fabulous! I love the colors!
Great outfit! I love the little pop of polka dots.
Please tell me you have seen" Because I Said So"… im totally going to dress like Dianne Keaton when I get old. I think polka dots are fab. I really needed that first picture back in october when we did DD room. She said she wanted a ladybug room, this is exactly what I was picturing but DH didn't get it so I ditched the idea… sad day.
I wonder what he would say if he came home and I was painting her room…. 🙂
Adorable, as always! I've missed your outfit inspiration posts! 🙂
…and a patent Mary Jane is always a good thing!
Your so beautiful Cassie!
Love the dots on your outfit, so pretty!
XOXO
Kristin
Girl, you're HOT HOT HOT. Love this outfit, love the whole post. You should have been at the Rue party. And I dig a ruffly neck too.
Love the dots!
LOVE your outfit- the ruffly collar is fabulous. Really loved this whole post- fashion to decor is one of my favourites!!! xo
I'm a polka dot ADDICT! I am so enamored with that outfit…okay, please spill the beans as to where you found that amazeballs top…pretty please…I'm dyin' here! You also look smashing, btw…(c;
Cute outfit!! I tend to avoid wearing orange and most yellows just because they don't go with my skintone. But I love them in interiors!
LOVE it! Love the dots… what a great outfit!
Oooo I love this post! Love all the polka dot inspiration and your OOTD. Very chic!
Aren't you a cutie patootie! I love the hint of polka dot at your neck. It's "sexy prim" 🙂
You look beautiful, Cassie! Love the ruffles around your neck and that's a great color cardigan on you. The whole outfit is just perfect and the touch of polka dots really makes it!
You are too cute! Love it all!!
Emily Hewett
A Well Dressed awelldressedhome.com/blog
Cassie, you are so stylish!! honestly your outfit is so well put together! Love the wall polka dots – not sure i'm brave enough though but love them in a childs room! xo
Work it, girl. You look awesome. I like the polka dots and I never met a ruffle I didn't like 🙂
I love this outfit. I like the hint of polk-a-dots.
Love the outfit! You look amazing!!! Love polka dots. Wore my polka dot cardi yesterday.
Adore polka dots as well…and once you add in purple and ruffles, well, I just want your whole look!
Polka dots make me so happy!! I never tire of seeing that second image either! Such a fun post 🙂
Great post! I love your outfit- you look beautiful! I love polka dots in any space! They're fun and whimsical! 🙂 Happy (almost) Friday.
You look gorgeous! If you ever tire of your outfit let me know. I love it!
Girlfriend! You look adorable. I love your outfit inspirations (: Love me some polka dots…and PURPLE…my fav (:
Love love LOVE the outfit! I'm all about some polka dots! I think you need to bring this decor to outfit feature back more often! 🙂
Gorgeous! Love the whole outfit (and the inspiration rooms too)!
Questions: Are you at work when you take those pics? Do you have a co-worker take them for you?
I love these posts Cass! You are gorg!!! Since I'm back to work I was thinking of doing a few too- half the fun of going to work is getting all spiffied up!
Just came over from Honey We're Home. Love the look. Love the blog. As you are into polka's, I am loving stripes. The polkas so work. Love them.
Oh, and I'm a new follower! See you tomorrow!
Wendy
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Love your 'fit! Stylish with a touch of "whimsy!" 🙂
I am so behind checking in with all of my blogs, so I am way late on this. You look so great!! What a gorgeous outfit! Everything is perfect!