Prints may come and go, but polka dots always find a way back into our fashion moodboard. This season, the classic print is finding a new canvas: our nails. No longer confined to vintage dresses or prim scarves, the pattern is being reimagined in playful, modern nail art designs like sharp monochrome accents, tiny micro-dots scattered over sheer polish and bold bursts of colour that feel more cool-girl than cutesy. Minimalist or maximalist, retro or modern, subtle or loud, there’s a version for every mood. And yes, the trend even has its celeb seal of approval.

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Everyone from Sabrina Carpenter to Dua Lipa has been flaunting it with their own spin. Whether you’re the type to do it at home with a steady hand and a dotting tool, or are looking for inspiration for your next nail spa appointment, these are the polka dot nail art designs you need to bookmark now—plus the products that’ll help you bring them to life.