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Selena Gomez is a 1950s bombshell in a polka dot mini dress to celebrate boyfriend Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez is a 1950s bombshell in a polka dot mini dress to celebrate boyfriend Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez will forever be a style icon in our eyes. Although she’s recently taken a back seat from performing sell-out shows, her wardrobe is clearly still filled with killer ensembles.  The Rare Beauty founder posted a seriously adorable Instagram series to her 428 million followers yesterday to congratulate her musical maven boyfriend Benny Blanco on his new cookbook Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends. Although the celebration was all about her beau, we take our eyes off the Love On singer’s 1950s-inspired mini dress.  MORE: Selena Gomez just unveiled a game-changing makeup must-have RELATED: Selena Gomez’s stunning dress gives Meghan Markle’s favourite style a cool-girl makeover © Instagram / @selenagomezIt doesn’t get cuter than this The Disney actress’ celebratory ensemble consisted of a bustier black and white halter neck polka dot mini dress with accenting silver buttons, a pair of sheer black tights and simple gold hoop earrings.  She paired her cutesy dress with a middle-parted, slicked-back low bun and a glowing face of what we can only assume is Rare Beauty products.  © Instagram …

8 polka dot dresses to wear this season and beyond: From Zara, M&S, River Island & more

8 polka dot dresses to wear this season and beyond: From Zara, M&S, River Island & more

The humble polka dot dress has been having something of a moment in recent years, in part thanks to Princess Kate and her many pieces. But its history goes way back, with the print first peaking in popularity in the 1920s. The timeless style is elegant but playful, statement but effortless, sophisticated but fun, which could explain the royal’s unwavering penchant for the print. It’s also a favourite of Queen Letizia of Spain, who has worn several stunning polka dot dresses while out on engagements, and Holly Willoughby, who has frequently worn a polka dot piece for her TV hosting duties. If you’re looking for a new polka dot dress to wear this winter and beyond, scroll on as we’ve searched the high street to find the most stylish options to shop this season. Royals & celebrities wearing polka dot dresses © GettyKate Middleton wears a white polka dot dress at the Order of the Garter Ceremony in July 2023 Princess Kate has been seen in so many polka dot dresses by Alessandra Rich, the …