Kaia Gerber Embraces Polka Dots With A French Twist

This year, the polka boom seems to be in full swing.

From red carpets to street style, we’re seeing this tried and tested print all over, with names like Olivia Rodrigo, Selena Gomez, and even Kate Middleton partaking in the trend. Now, it looks like we can add Kaia Gerber to the list of fans, too.

This Thursday, she was seen on her way to the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City in a chic iteration of the style.

The model and actress wore a red midi halter dress featuring small white polka dots. A handkerchief hem and relaxed fit offered the piece a current and flirty tone, keeping the look from leaning too retro.

To style, Gerber added silver hoops, a simple pendant, and a black shoulder bag. Further keeping with her minimalist sartorial taste, she wore ivory block heels in a ballet style, and tousled waves for glam, giving the outfit a distinctly French feel.

The young actress is no stranger to the print, and it seems that for her 2025 style, she is leaning into small linear dots in particular.

In another example, earlier this year, she attended W Magazine’s Annual Best Performances Party in a polka dot Gucci gown. On the bolder side, the gown featured a ruched white bodice with black polka dots, while the black skirt of the dress bore white polka dots. An equally contrasting turquoise bow sat at the hip, accenting the dress’s thigh-high slit.

Again, Gerber kept styling minimal, with a black clutch and refined baguette earrings. Blown-out curls cascading down in a side part added a further touch of quiet glamour to the look.

The American Horror Story alum has given us ample time to prepare our polka dots for the summer, with chic inspiration to boot.