Spot On!
Hands up if you like a smattering of Polka dots?
Polka dots never go out of fashion but how much do you know about where this timeless pattern originated?
Polka dots came into fashion in the late 19th century in Britain. The word Polka comes from the dance of the same name although there is no link to the dance. The pattern was just so-called because the dance was popular at the time. In fact, Polka dots were traditionally worn by flamenco dancers. Anyone get the logic there?
My thrifting addiction has turned up a couple of spotty treats recently. My favourite is the below vintage blouse in electric blue which was a bargain on the sale rail (yes, even charity shops have a sale rale) from Acorns in Solihull at £3.
The below came from the British Heart Foundation and has become a staple part of my work wardrobe. It’s not vintage – it was BNWT at £4.50.
Finally, the spotty dress below came from a vintage clothes store. No doubt I’ll keep finding pretty spotty numbers so I’ll keep adding them as and when. Until then…
The first blouse is gorgeous! I love a good polka dot. I have an amazing charity shop blouse which I initially thought was polka dotted, but upon closer inspection turned out to be tiny squares
Polka dots… a smattering of tiny squares… it all gives the same effect!
What great finds! Lovely!!
Glad you approve! Thanks for stopping by.
I think you may be my blogging twin. Love your style, love the concept, and looking forward to reading more!
This is surreal, I need to see if I have family who emigrated to Canada as our blogs, style, writing, etc is so similar! Anyone reading this who is into thrifting, charity shops and vintage style needs to check your blog out. pleased to meet you. x
Hiya, came to your blog from the Simple website! I love browsing round charity shops
I love spotty clothes as well although my OH says he hates spots! I always remind him I was wearing a spotty blouse on our 1st date so he must have a secret liking for them haha x
Hi Nic, I am actually wearing a spotty dress today – it’s Friday so I figured it’d cheer me up…. Can’t wait for the weekend! I’ve just taken at look at your notebook – your Springers are adorable. We have a Coca Spaniel called Coco, they are gorgeous pets. Hope you enjoy a little bit of Charity Chic x