Fashion in Bollywood isn’t just about glamour—it’s a storytelling tool. National Polka Dot Day spotlights how this dotted delight has evolved into a maternity must-have for celebrities.
Anushka Sharma pioneered the trend, announcing her pregnancy in a delightful polka dot dress that had everyone talking. Kiara Advani echoed the choice in her maternity shoot, proving its timeless appeal. Alia Bhatt’s bold black-and-white version sent fans into a frenzy online.
Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Natasha Stankovic joined the club, each wearing polka dots to share their happy news. What started as a style statement became a cultural phenomenon.
Tracing back, polka dots were once shunned due to 18th-century epidemics where spots mimicked disease rashes. The 19th-century polka dance revived it, with dotted fabrics flooding wardrobes.
The 1920s brought mainstream fame: Miss America’s polka dot swimsuit, Minnie Mouse’s dress, and later icons like Sinatra and Monroe propelled it forward. Bollywood’s adoption marks a joyful chapter, blending history with modern maternity fashion.