Splurge vs. Steal: Lemon Print Dresses

Citrus-y fashions are nothing new – remember Stella McCartney’s lemon-printed collection a few years back? But in fashion, what goes around comes back around again and this season, the sour fruit is back – on a slew of sweet little dresses!

For summer, we’re really digging these sunny, lemony printed frocks. They’re perfect for summer picnics, bottomless brunches, day parties and any other event that requires a chic dress! Our favorite two are the ones by Kate Spade and Ann Taylor.

For a splurge, we’re loving the kate spade new york lyric dress ($398). It’s a gorgeous frock, and is a sleeveless, fit and flare style made of 98% cotton and 2% spandex so it will give a bit.

The Ann Taylor Lemon Drop Sundress is a steal at $149 (now on sale for $119) and features spaghetti straps, a boatneck, pleated skirt and a concealed back zip. It is made of 100% polyester so it won’t stretch but it is true to size (comes in sizes 00-18). (Ed. note: I’m totally biased because I own this dress and it is one of my favorite pretty pieces! I just wore it the other day to see “A Raisin in the Sun” on Broadway and I can’t tell you how many compliments I received throughout the day!)