Rad or Bad: Are Big Dots Extra Chic Or Just For the Big Top?

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Polka dots and yours truly have always been on friendly terms: The quirky pattern has seen us through our London Mod phase as well as the subtler swiss-dot obsession we'll never quite get over. However, recent sightings of some super-sized dots at Marc by Marc and Luella has us rethinking said fondness. Part of us digs the cheekiness, but we can't help detect a certain Bozo vibe, too. So, our loyal trend-setters, we ask you: Would you rock these oversized spots or leave them to the seasoned circus professionals?

Above from left: Marc by Marc Jacobs spring '10, image from Style.com; Luella spring '10, image from Style.com; Lou P, image from Lookbook.nu.

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Above, from left: Karen Walker spring '10, image from Style.com; Josh Goot spring '10, image from Style.com, Chris Benz spring '10, image from Style.com, Erin Wasson x RVCA spring '10, image from Style.com.
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