10 Aug Turning Heads Linkup – Lemon Print Sundress for Summer
Fruity Fabrications. Citrus Creations. Lemon Love.
It’s still mighty hot here in the South, and I had been on the lookout for a lemon print dress for awhile now.
photo credit bespokeunit.com
Lemons and Lemoncello
“Traditionally, limoncello is produced in southern Italy along the western coast. As it’s traditionally made from Femminello St. Teresa lemons, which are also known as Sorrento lemons (“limone di Sorrento”), it is mostly associated with the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast.” from the website bespokeunit.com
What I do know is my love for lemonade as a child ( making homemade lemonade and having my own entreprenurial Lemonade Stand) turned into as an adult my love for Lemoncello. This is not for the fainthearted though! It is made by softening lemon peels with natural grain alcohol for several weeks. Then it is diluted with water and sugar. ( and its still strong) . You only need a few ounces in a glass with ice, and its a wonderful after dinner drink.
My Outfit
Speaking of lemons, a few years ago I spied an adorable shirt dress in yellow with lemons from Boden, but it sold out in no time. I came across this dress while perusing a few clothing sites, and purchased it on Chicwish. I don’t have much from this company, but the quality is quite good, it is cotton, and cool to wear.
Tiered layered dresses are big and have been big this year. I am not used to the empire waist, but it works well wit this style, and length is given with the shoulder ties. You are able to make it shorter or a little longer depending on your torso.
I love the shoulder ties on sundresses, a sweet touch and detail that does not go unnoticed!
This dress did take 2 weeks to arrive, as Chicwish is out of China, so if you want something sooner, it will take at least 10 days after processing, unless you choose a faster shipping speed.
I love the color of the dress, the vibrant print, as well as the bit of shiring in the back, making it very comfortable.
Now, if we were going to Italy in the Summer next year, I would take this with me!
I have worn lemon print several other times on the blog, as I gravitate toward this fruity fashion.
Have a read with these prior posts:
Lemon Print Cami and White Blazer
Lemon Print Top with White Denim Skirt
New glasses! I also bought these Jimmy Choo glasses recently. I had a new prescription and needed progressives.I had needed them for while now, and finally had gotten tired of lifting them on and off to see! I also made them into sunglasses with Transition lenses. After years of having metal/plastic frames, I wanted an all tortoiseshell square shape. The one shank has gold glitter, so if I forget my necklace, I am covered! 😉 Since I have a petite face, they were a small, with measurements 50-17-130.
Whenever I wear a lemon print, I take out my Ann Taylor lemon earrings!
Are you a sundress wearer and a fan of lemon or fruit prints?
Lemon print dress- Chicwish
sandals- Zara
straw clutch- Mango
earrings- Ann Taylor
SHOP THIS POST
Most clicked- Looking Fabulous at 50
Pinterest Pic-LaMouMous
Jacqueline (Jack) Perez
Posted at 13:39h, 15 AugustLove. Love that dress on you. Looks amazing with your red hair. Not sure you want to spread out your fashion sense and advice…. but we’re always looking for new Kuel Life Category Experts on Kuel Life… FASHION is important to many of us… for life!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 09:31h, 16 AugustHi Jack
thank you so much! I will consider it with Kuel Life, I appreciate you asking me! Lemon prints are something I have always fancied!
Nancy Weiss
Posted at 17:00h, 12 AugustHello Beautiful!
You look fabulous in this dress and I love the print it reminds me of Italy. Such lovely accessories too, nothing like a summertime straw bag.
My Best
Nancy
thestylesplash
Posted at 18:52h, 11 AugustSuch a pretty dress! I love fruit prints and I love Limoncello! I discovered it on holiday in Sorrento – I remember seeing lemons there bigger than any I’d seen before. It’s a beautiful part of the world. Your new glasses are fabulous!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
Neti*
Posted at 13:30h, 11 AugustLove this lemon dress on you Jess. Fruityprints are so perfect in the Summer. Enjoy the rest of your Summer.
eyeloveknots
Posted at 12:50h, 11 AugustWhat a beautiful dress style! I love how the skirt falls.
Alexandra
OnRockwoodLane.com
cassidl
Posted at 11:31h, 11 Augustwhat a fabulous dress, I have lemon shoes but it appears I need a dress now too lol.
Lovely
Posted at 02:44h, 11 AugustThat’s a perfect print for summer! You look fab in this dress!
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
Gail Hanlon
Posted at 02:11h, 11 AugustI love summer prints with fruits on! So cheerful and colorful. I am very keen on a glass of limoncello too! x
Cheryl Shops
Posted at 00:57h, 11 AugustOoh, now I really want a glass of limoncello! Love that citrusy print on you!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
laurabambrick
Posted at 22:11h, 10 AugustI’m in love with that beautiful dress! The blue background and bright yellow lemons are so pretty together! It looks gorgeous on you!
Jodie
Posted at 17:09h, 10 AugustI think the lemon print is so summery Jess!! And the glasses look fabulous on you.
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Midlife and Beyond
Posted at 17:06h, 10 AugustLove the lemon print and style of this dress. Such a lovely summary look.
Alison xx
Wendy
Posted at 16:54h, 10 AugustLove the lemon links — I looked at them all. I love the lemon top with the white jeans. Very nice.
Your blog is just fun and friendly. I love the tone you set.
Wendy TheInspiredEater.com
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
Posted at 16:14h, 10 AugustI have never heard of lemoncello nor knew the process of making it, very interesting! This dress is so beautiful and that raw clutch goes nicely with it. It is so hot here and we keep getting some pop up storms (a little relief from the humidity) every afternoon!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Hilda Smith
Posted at 16:09h, 10 AugustSuch a lovely dress and that bag is cute too. I love limencello on holidays. It never tastes the same at home though.
ROBIN LAMONTE
Posted at 15:20h, 10 AugustWhat a cute lemon print dress for the summer!
I love limoncello too but in moderation.
I remember seeing George Clooney and Danny DeVito drunk on a late night show because they were drinking limoncello!
Lizzie
Posted at 14:01h, 10 AugustThis dress is sooo cute! I love the lemon print! It just screams summer time!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinace.com
Rosemary Davis
Posted at 12:23h, 10 AugustJess,
Your lemon dress is gorgeous!
You look fantastic in these colors!
Rosemary
http://www.distinctlysouthernstyle.com
Jacket Society
Posted at 11:58h, 10 AugustLemon prints are so fun for summer, always remind me of the Amalfi Coast. You look beautiful in this dress.
The Grey Brunette
Posted at 09:25h, 10 AugustI’ve never been much of a fan of fruity prints but this dress is fabulous on you, Jess! And I LOVE your new glasses. That close up selfie is STUNNING!!
Hugs
Suzy xx
shelbeeontheedge1
Posted at 08:38h, 10 AugustThis dress is so fun, Jess! I love lemon prints, too, but yellow is so difficult for me to wear that I never can find a lemony print for me. I really like the tiered maxi dress style, too. It is so pretty. And your new glasses are gorgeous! I switched to progressives a few years ago and it is seriously a game changer! So much better when you don’t have to take your glasses off to read small print. Although I also recently switched my phone settings to the biggest font possible…perfect for these old eyes of mine! I am due for an eye exam and some new glasses in October! I always look forward to adding new frames to my eyewear wardrobe.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Amy Johnson
Posted at 08:26h, 10 AugustWhat a fabulous dress! I love it!
mireilleftm
Posted at 08:19h, 10 AugustI love a lemon print! I decorate with lemons in the summer as I find it cheery and happy.
http://www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
thisblondesshoppingbag
Posted at 07:10h, 10 AugustWhat a pretty dress! Love the lemon print on you!
xo,
Kellyann
dousedinpink
Posted at 06:29h, 10 AugustThis dress is gorgeous on you! Love the lemon print!
Jill – Doused in Pink
savvysouthernchic
Posted at 06:15h, 10 AugustThis dress is so pretty! Sometimes lemon print can be too whimsy, but this one is so sophisticated.
Mica - Away From Blue
Posted at 06:11h, 10 AugustWhat a beautiful fun print! I love it for summer – you can’t go wrong with a cute tiered dress in the heat! 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Hope your week is off to a good start 🙂
Katie
Posted at 03:01h, 10 AugustWe are dress twins this week! You look lovely in this lemon print dress! Hope you have a wonderful week!
-Katie
http://www.hellokatiegirlblog.com/
Anna Marcus
Posted at 02:18h, 10 AugustHi Jess, thank you for the shout. I love lemons, I always put a slice in my hot water (I don’t drink tea, lol) and I love your pretty summery lemon dress
Nancy
Posted at 02:11h, 10 AugustI love lemons too!! I put them in my water every day and in my tea. What a great dress, so summery. And your new glasses are amazing! They look fabulous on you.
Rena
Posted at 01:48h, 10 AugustJess, you look so lovely in this lemon print dress. The soft green background is flattering to your coloring and the silhouette is fun for summer.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com