What do you get when you combine a style staple with a classic print? The answer is this season’s most playful wardrobe update - and that’s a pair of polka dot jeans. Dots are appearing on denim all over the high street right now, and it’s an easy and relaxed way to introduce the perennial print into your looks for the coming weeks.
I have clocked statement spots on everything from slouchy wide-legs to skinny fit denim, so you can tick off some of the biggest denim trends of 2026 with a cheerful and uplifting twist, and there are plenty of options when it comes to colour too. I'm loving the rich chocolate and black-hued pair from Mango, but there are also timeless monochrome styles available, and they will all make a bold yet wearable base for your off-duty outfits as we move towards spring.
I predict dotty denim to be everywhere during sunnier months, so if you want to beat the crowd and get ahead of the trend, you can find some hero styles below, along with some easy and chic ways to wear them.
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White jeans outfits are great for the warmer weather and this dotted pair will do the job nicely. They are available in short, regular and long leg lengths too.
Whether it is real or faux, a leather jacket will bring a smarter spin to playful polka dots that will work well as a new take on your date night outfits.
A dark base and smaller-sized white dots give this trend a slightly softer vibe that will pair well with other classic pieces like an oversized shirt or plain white t-shirt.
Channel the western trend while toning down your spotty bottoms with this classic denim button-down. Wear it as it is or try layering it over a roll neck right now.
Brown hues have been huge news over autumn and winter, and look set to stick around for the foreseeable future. These wider leg jeans will show it off perfectly and will sit well with other neutral tones.
A fluffy jumper in a bright colour will bring even more of a joyful feel to your denim - pop it over a buttoned white shirt and add loafers for a preppy aesthetic.
While polka dots are quite bold, they have a very timeless and vintage feel to them that makes them all the easier to style and build outfits around. If you're unsure of what to go for, the key to keeping them looking chic is to buddy up your dotty bottoms with a block colour, and simpler items on top, as this will avoid your ensemble becoming overly busy and will let your jeans have their moment.
If you do want to mix your prints, though, try adding a Breton stripe top in similar tones, or you could even wear a polka dot top with your patterned denim to make double the statement.
Dotty denim is coming in all hues and sizes, so for a calmer, more muted take, opt for smaller spots, but for the bold, larger dots are rife on the high street too. This fun and playful look is one that doesn't take itself too seriously and will be finished off nicely by a pair of trainers for laidback cool.
