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Polka dots were the "it" print of the post-war era. By wearing them, a model immediately signals a connection to the era of Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor.

The Eternal Charm of Polka Dots: A Look at the Pin-Up Revival pinupfiles130322ericacampbellpolkadots2

Large dots create a bold, graphic look that pops on camera, while smaller "pin-dots" feel more delicate and feminine. They break up the silhouette and add a sense of movement to a still photograph. Erica Campbell and the Modern Pin-Up Polka dots were the "it" print of the post-war era