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The Polka Dot Maxi Dress I Wore Around Madrid

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

The Polka Dot Maxi Dress I Wore Around Madrid.

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

Polka Dot Maxi Dress: Forever 21 ($16.99)
Sunglasses: c/o Sunglass Warehouse
Sandals: Chinese Laundry ($31.90), also love this
Bag: Amazon ($23.90)
Jean Jacket: c/o Levi’s ($64.50)

I’ve talked about the polka dot trend in the Spring, and I honestly think it is still going strong in the Summer. There are tons of gorgeous polka dot pieces out there and I knew I wanted to take this fun print with me to Spain & Portugal.

One day on my way home I had time to kill, and there happened to be a Forever 21. It had been ages since I stopped in that store and I figured why not. I had no intention of buying anything, nor did I expect I would want anything.

The Polka Dot Maxi Dress

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

Of course, since I am loving polka dots, my eyes immediately gravitated toward this polka dot maxi dress. I love the burnt auburn color, and I always love the maxi length. So I told myself, ok let’s try it out. Of course, I should have known this was dangerous because the moment I put it on, I loved it. I told myself, this would look amazing in Madrid. And this is why you are seeing me in this dress at several popular Madrid sites.

The Fit

The dress fits true to size. I am wearing a small and it fits comfortably. It does have a deep V-neck neckline, but it is done in a way that still looks classy. The polka dot maxi dress has ties on the shoulder which you can adjust. The tighter the ties, the less of a low-cut (although it will still be low-cut regardless, just not as low).

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

If You’re Not Into Low-Cut

I also think because of the low neckline, it is the perfect opportunity to have fun with bralettes. In my opinion, Free People has some of the best bralettes. My favorite is the FP One Adella Bralette. It seriously looks great with any outfit and comes in several colors! With this bralette, you can maintain that sexy low cut look without wearing too low of a neckline. The reversible bandeau one is another great option with multiple colors to choose from. If lace is not your thing, this strapped brami is super cute!

Oh, and you want to know what else made me want to buy this polka dot maxi dress (haha I just laughed at myself as if someone was forcing me to buy this dress) was the price. It is only $16.99. What a steal right?! I don’t know how often I will shop at Forever 21, but it was fun stopping in that day and going forward I may want to pop in here and there.

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

What about you guys? Do you shop at Forever 21? Am I missing out by not going there as often? I am intrigued by how affordable it is there!

Around Madrid

How to Wear a Polka Dot Maxi Dress

These photos were taken at 3 different spots. Our second day in Madrid was full of site seeing major tourist spots. They were taken at a random street when heading towards the Royal Palace and Santa Maria Cathedral. Since we went mid-May, the morning was cooler, hence why I layered with a denim jacket. As the day progressed, it started to get warmer and warmer. And based on the photos, you can tell the heat progression… I removed the jean jacket… and eventually I put my hair in a bun haha!

xo RD

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Comments

  2. Amy Arnold says

    LOVE , love, love this dress!! What a good find! I don’t make it in Forever21 much anymore as shopping in store is hard for me with Ivy Jean now and their return policy is annoying which means I haven’t shopped there in a bit. You are making me want to!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  6. Kim says

    I’m a sucker for a good maxi and this one is so cute and looks so comfy! The perfect piece to travel with.

    xoxo,
    Kim

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  11. Mica says

    I’m loving polka dots at the moment, but even if I wasn’t this is still a beautiful dress on you! What a nice colour! 🙂 It’s such a bargain as well – good you decided to stop in and browse the store! 🙂

    Hope that you’re having a wonderful weekend 🙂

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  13. Sara says

    This is the perfect easy breezy maxi dress for exploring AND looking cute while doing it! These photos are so pretty!

    xo, Sara

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  14. Stephanie says

    Forever 21 is literally the only place I shop anymore because it actually fits my budget haha. This dress is the cutest. The color is gorgeous on you and I love the polka dots!

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  30. Jessica says

    That;s such a pretty classic maxi dress dear! You really can’t go wrong with classic prints like polka dot, they look good in almost everything. Loving the dress on you, looks so breezy and comfy.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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