12 Ways to Make Stripes and Polka Dots Interesting Again
Graphic materials and patterns don’t have to feel old hat. Every season, designers find new and compelling ways to make the familiar stripes and polka dots come alive again. Here, what’s on our wish list this month, from Monse to Stella McCartney.
“Stripes and polka dots are such familiar patterns, and yet designers continually find ways to make them look fresh and modern.” -Rickie De Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director
From left: Monse dress, $1,490, net-a-porter.com; Stella McCartney earring, $415, net-a-porter.com; Giuseppe Zanotti Design sneakers, $750, giuseppezanottidesign.com. Calvin Klein Collection dress, $1,995, calvinklein.com; Stella McCartney earring, $415, net-a-porter.com; Giuseppe Zanotti Design sneakers, $750, giuseppezanottidesign.com.
“It’s impossible not to make a statement in this number.” -Caroline Grosso, Senior Digital Fashion Editor
“It’s big news when a venerable house like Hermès announces a new head perfumer. Enter Christine Nagel, with this runaway debut—a bold rose wrapped in leather.” -Jane Larkworthy, Executive Beauty Director
“Gilles Mendel, a master of both eveningwear and fur, has infused his feminine sensibility into daytime pieces, like this polka-dot pussy-bow blouse.” -Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager
“Verdura has elegantly reconceived the classic pearl drop by adding an ebony frame.” -Grace Fuller, Jewelry Editor
“These jaunty black and white slip-ons dress up denim or dress down, well, a dress.” -Nora Milch, Accessories Editor
“The woven pattern gives this ladylike purse a graphic edge.” -Sam Walker, Associate Accessories and Men’s Market Editor
“The fabled couture house’s first furniture collection reprises many of Christian’s signature motifs, like, naturellement, the cabanon stripe.” -Alix Browne, Features Director
“In patent leather, this simple A-line skirt is anything but basic.” -Sarah Zendejas, Fashion Market Editor
“These cups, which come in a range of colors, make superchic pen holders.” -Karin Nelson, Senior Features Editor
“As if Marrakech weren’t alluring enough, this hotel offers a glamorous mix of Arabic, Berber, and Andalusian styles—plus a world-class spa.” -Jeff Burch, Deputy Art Director
