It had a dark blue bodice with tiny white polka dots, a black skirt and a pink and white striped apron.

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And lungworts (Pulmonaria), one of the first shade-loving perennials to return each spring, have white polka dots covering their spiky green leaves.

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The ultimate master of costume made a wise choice for his courtroom appearance: He is wearing black satin pants, a black jacket and vest (no shirt), and a black neck scarf with tiny white polka dots.

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So, with the dramatic backdrop of the Champs Elysees beckoning, Sastre has the yellow jersey, Oscar Freire the green, Bernard Kohl the polka dots, and Andy Schleck the white.

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