polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-ˌdät 
: a dot in a pattern of regularly distributed dots in textile design
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Lisa Rinna wows in a polka dot navy blue suit at the premiere of Netflix's Running Point season 2 in Los Angeles on April 15.
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Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The gloves are available in a cheery red gingham or bright teal polka dot pattern.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2026
Mixing two unexpected prints, like polka dots and snakeskin, feels totally modern, but the pencil skirt, wide belt, and halter top combo is pure nostalgia.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Arrive at your destination photo-ready in the Floral Draped Sleeve Henley Blouse for under $30, or lean into the season’s playful polka dot trend with the Dotted Flutter Sleeve Boatneck Top.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
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Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The gloves are available in a cheery red gingham or bright teal polka dot pattern.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2026
Mixing two unexpected prints, like polka dots and snakeskin, feels totally modern, but the pencil skirt, wide belt, and halter top combo is pure nostalgia.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Arrive at your destination photo-ready in the Floral Draped Sleeve Henley Blouse for under $30, or lean into the season’s playful polka dot trend with the Dotted Flutter Sleeve Boatneck Top.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Polka dot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polka%20dot. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-
: a dot in a textile pattern of evenly spaced dots
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