Olivia Dean Just Wore the Pretty Skirt Trend Fashion Insiders Are Already Banking for Spring

Few celebrities have their fingers on the pulse of new trends quite like Olivia Dean. The singer, Chanel ambassador, and Who What Wear cover star easily weaves new-season styles into her wardrobe, making them look like longtime staples. With a knack for embracing the trends that resonate most right now, Dean has become something of a style trailblazer—when she adopts a blossoming trend, it’s only a matter of time before it circulates through fashion’s inner circles.

True to form, Dean was recently spotted styling the skirt that’s poised to be a street style favourite this spring. While pencil silhouettes and lace-adorned slips had their moment during winter, the warmer months are set to usher in the rise of the polka dot skirt trend.

Wearing hers in the most fashion person way, Dean paired a polka dot midi with a grey layered top and chocolate brown Manolo Blahnik slingback heels (£725) creating a look that felt polished yet relaxed—and perfect for spring’s brighter days. The skirt in question? Susamusa’s viral Meadow Skirt (£90), a semi-sheer, below-the-knee style that strikes the perfect balance between coverage and lightness. Already a hit among fashion insiders, the London-based brand’s cult-favourite design has been making waves on Instagram, cementing its status as a key piece this season.

Beyond Dean’s endorsement, polka dot skirts have been steadily rising in popularity in recent months. Their timeless appeal makes them feel both familiar and versatile—with black and white colour ways being neutral enough to pair with wardrobe staples all while being playful enough to add a touch of personality to any look.

With the print already emerging as a key trend for spring/summer 2025, brands have been quick to incorporate the motif into their collections. From Susamusa’s sought-after design to Reformation’s elegant, floor-skimming iterations, scroll on to shop the best polka dot skirts of the season.