Gigi Hadid'S Parisian Polka-Dot Affair: The Dress That'S Turning Heads

The Polka-Dot Revolution

Celebrities in NYC and L.A. may adore their leopard prints and gingham, but in Paris, polka dots reign supreme. On July 9, Gigi Hadid was spotted rocking this timeless pattern while enjoying a date night with her boyfriend, the talented actor-director Bradley Cooper. Even as a tourist, Hadid couldn't resist the allure of the beloved French flair.

The power duo celebrated another fabulous Haute Couture Week at the chic Le Stresa restaurant. Earlier in the week, Gigi strutted her stuff on the Balenciaga runway, and she seamlessly blended into the Parisian crowd in a stunning Rowen Rose lace-trimmed, polka-dot dress. The dress featured a white lacy bodice paired with a chocolate brown sleeveless slip, with elegant floral lace lining the daring hip-high slits.

“If Hadid's color combination feels familiar, that's because a few months ago, Cardi B wore Rowen Rose's brown-and-white specks as stirrup leggings. Clearly, the French brand knows what it's doing in the polka-dot department.”

Accessorizing the Trend

Rowen Rose may be a fresh designer choice for Gigi, but she made it her own with her signature Miu Miu accessories. The model and brand ambassador opted for the Wander Matelassé Bag, known for its unique shoulder strap, intricate stitching, and eye-catching yellow gold branding. Though she owns the bag in black and Barbie pink, the white leather version was the perfect match for her ivory-accented dress.

To complete her ensemble, Hadid sported Miu Miu's trendy soft loafers. These chic shoes featured the same gold branding as her bag, with ruched heels that hugged her ankles like ballet slippers.

The Polka-Dot Comeback

While polka-dot dresses are timeless, they're making a massive comeback this season. The Spring 2026 fashion shows saw the pattern gracing the runways at Dries Van Noten, Tory Burch, and Khaite. Dries Van Noten gave monochrome dots a daring naked dress twist, while Tory Burch showcased an asymmetrical version. At Khaite, Kendall Jenner turned heads in a supersized polka-dot printed maxi skirt.

If Gigi Hadid's summer wardrobe were to be unveiled, it would surely be brimming with polka-dot pieces. Earlier this summer, she donned a bubble-hem, spotted skirt from Self-Portrait for a Victoria's Secret casting call in Miami, pairing it with pointy slingback pumps and a halter-neck vest. For those looking to channel Hadid's Parisian polka-dot magic, a curated collection awaits.