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It's hard to not fall in love with the Polka Dot. After all, it is our namesake! The adoration of this pattern spills effortlessly into our collection of Christmas Photo Cards. There is simply nothing more cheerful than the Dot! Aside from florals or plaids, it's definitely one of our holiday favorites this season. Not only is the polka dot a classic pattern that is easy to mix and match, it's also a simple way to add a playful punch. We offer brights of bursting colors or neutrals to swoon the envelope with.
When you decide to pursue the dotty love affair you might look deeper. Why is this clever little print called the polka-dot anyway? Well, dearies, with a little research on the matter you will be surprised to find that there is a rumored relation to the origins of the polka dance. Do the Happy Polka? Don't mind if I do. Apparently, the print was popular right when polka music and dancing were all the rage. And the rest well, you can connect the dots.
We love the dotted print in neutrals and traditional combos. Pair black and ivory, red and green, or pink and red. It's the easiest of all prints to mix, which is why it's a staple in all of our collections.
Polka dots are most commonly seen used on fabrics. But they do show up in all kinds of contexts. This is why they are so adored. The pattern seldom appears in the formal. We like this, as it is very unassuming. It is generally more playful. Enter the bathing suit, the itty-bitty bikini, for example. Occasionally, white-on-black small dots appear on more formal invitations.
Polka dots bring to mind the nostalgia of the 50s. Bubbling up the best of the Mad Men-era. A time in America filled with optimism, prosperity, polish, and pride. It is dizzyingly energetic and reminds of the beloved Lady Bug. She is the best-dressed bug by far. Most of all, polka dots suggest simplicity, fun, and our childhood. What could be a less stuffy than a Polka Dot?
Yet the polka dot's motives are in stride with the pitter pat of little feet. But don't underestimate the allure of her whimsy. Join in on the obsession and order a polka dot photo card this year. It is a dreamy option. Imagine a family photo complete with matching pajamas framed in dreamy dots and simple typography. If you want to send a more preppy message, we have an idea. Try dressing everyone in red and white with crisp black as a punch. Then choose a frame made of chalkboard and colorful confetti to ring in the holiday cheer. Your card will bestow a revelry of joy and goodwill to all of your loved ones near and far. Don't forget to order the matching stickers so your envelopes don't look plain. Add just the right amount of polish with the playfulness of the polka dot.
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