Daily Obsession: Belted Print Dresses

A belted waist adds a little shape and a hint of formality to summer prints.

$100 and Under

An ikat pattern lends an exotic feel to this Arden B belted print dress. $78

A wraparound design makes Express’ Tulip Dress extra flattering. $59.50

A red belt adds a welcome splash of color to Forever 21’s Safari Short Dress. $22.80

The Mid-Rangers

An oversized floral print imbues Tibi’s Incognito Belted Dress with a Latin American flair. $183 (orig. $365)

A.B.S.’ Printed Jersey Belted Dress, with its boatneck and 3/4 sleeves, is demurely sexy. $138 (orig. $230)

Surprise infusions of purple at the belt and back of Julie Haus’ Paxton Dress render it utterly unique. $166 (orig. $415)

The Spendy Picks

Nouveau preppy goes on safari with Tory Burch’s Rdson Silk Dress. $315 (orig. $628.60)

A minimalist feather pattern gives this Lia Kes cocktail dress a certain cool chic. $338

Gold Hawk’s Water Color Print Poncho Dress was made for tropical jet-setting. $363