Polka Dots – timeless elegance! The history of polka dots dates back to the 19th century. The name emerged around 1840, inspired by the hugely popular polka dance that influenced fashion and design across Europe and the US. By the 1920s and 1950s, polka dots had become a true fashion classic: feminine, playful, and timeless. Style icons like Marilyn Monroe and Princess Diana helped make the look iconic — and to this day, it remains a pattern that never goes out of style. LTKootd LTKOver40