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The Little Black Polka Dot Dress

By Pam Greer 10 Comments

This cute Little Black Polka Dot Dress takes the classic Little Black Dress to a fun new level!

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Little Black Polka Dot dress from Max Edition from Steinmart with Restricted flats

Little Black Polka Dot Dress

One of the items in my French Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe was a blank tank dress.   I understand the versatility of a little black tank dress, but it’s not really my style.   My untanned, very white arms, were just not feeling the love in the black tank dresses that I tried on.  So, I switched up my game and decided that a black t-shirt dress would be more my style.  I looked around for awhile and almost decided that I just wasn’t going to have a black dress in my wardrobe, when I found this polka dot black dress at Steinmart!   As soon as I tried it on, it was love at first sight.

Little black polka dot dress from Max Edition

It is a stretchy, swingy dress and super comfortable, made by Max Edition. I loved the cap sleeves and the subtle change in pattern between the top and the rest of the dress.  It’s a little shorter than what I’m used to, but I decided I just didn’t care.  There’s all kinds of discussion on the web about what women of a certain age should or should not wear.  I’ve decided that I’ve lived 59 years and I can decide what I want to wear, no one else.

Little Black Polka Dot dress from Max Edition found at Steinmart

I paired it with some flats from Restricted that I found at Marshall’s.  The middle daughter brought her boyfriend home for use to meet and this was what I wore to meet them downtown for dinner.  It was perfect.  I was very comfortable.

Little black polka dot dress with orange flats for Fashion Over 50

Shop similar dress looks:  1960’s Style Black and White,  Lisa Kai Polka Dot Dress,  Kate Spade Polka Dot Dress.    Shoes:  Restricted Well-Stepped Flats, Charles David Mellow Flat,  Trotter’s Harlowe Pointy Toe Loafer.

Read more about my capsule wardrobe – Capsule Wardrobe.

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Filed Under: Capsule Wardrobe, Fashion Tagged With: Capsule Wardrobe, fashion over 50, Marshall's, Max Edition, Steinmart

About Pam Greer

Pam Greer can be found at her foodie (and wine, and books, and cats) blog: Sidewalk Shoes, at her professional photography business: Pamela Greer Photography, at her daily photography blog: Pamela Greer 365, and her newest endeavor:Grey is the New Black. By the time you've read this, she has probably started another site.

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Comments

  1. nancy says

    July 31, 2017 at 7:19 am

    Lovely girlie dress Pam! Polka dots are fun aren’t they!

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  2. Patti says

    July 31, 2017 at 8:54 am

    A wonderful pick for your capsule, Pam – I love the swing of this dress! Thanks for linking up, xo

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

    Reply
  3. Lori says

    July 31, 2017 at 9:10 am

    I think it’s cute! I am just behind you in age (56), and I also decide what I wear despite what the bloggers say. For cooler weather and into fall, I wonder if the dress could double as a tunic, paired with skinny white or black capris or ankle pants? In any event, it is Cute, Cute Cute!!! I love Leanne’s capsule wardrobes because it gives me lots of ideas to do with all the clothes I have accumulated over the years.

    Reply
  4. Rachel says

    August 1, 2017 at 9:26 am

    Beautiful dress and you look pretty!

    http://chicglamstyle.com

    Reply
  5. Ada says

    August 1, 2017 at 10:01 am

    Cute swing dress Pam and I really love those orange-red loafers. Welcome by Thursday and linkup with me, pretty lady. Thanks, Ada. =)

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  6. Shelbee on the Edge says

    August 2, 2017 at 7:24 am

    Pam, it’s an absolutely adorable dress and at 59 you totally should wear what you want…especially when it looks that fabulous! You have great legs, for sure, so show them off, my friend! I love this dress and the red flats are the perfect addition! Such a great look.

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

    Reply
  7. Jill says

    August 3, 2017 at 8:42 am

    Your polka dot swing dress is darling! Perfect styling with the red flats! You look fabulous!

    Jill
    Doused in Pink

    Reply
  8. Nicole says

    August 3, 2017 at 11:31 pm

    Cute dress. I like the red shoes. They go nicely with the cute style of the dress. Have fun in Germany. Thanks for joining the Top of the World Style linkup party.

    Reply
  9. Jaymie Ashcraft says

    August 4, 2017 at 11:08 am

    Love this dress!
    Jaymie
    http://www.jaymieashcraft.com

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  10. Amber says

    August 5, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    This dress is adorable for summer, and it looks super comfy too! =)

    http://www.avecamber.blogspot.com
    http://www.bloglovin.com/avecamber

    I hope you are having a great week so far!

    Amber

    Reply

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