Media Credit: Courtesy This trend embodies a 1970s, laid-back feel updated for a modern young woman. Perfect for class, the beach, or an afternoon in the sun, all these looks portray the image of a free-spirited chic. 1. Floral Appliqué Blouse, Free People, $78, Nordstrom.com 2. Carousel Circle Skirt, Red, Lux, $68, UrbanOutfitters.com 3. Helena Eyelet Dress, Black, dELiAs, $44.50, dELiAs.com 4. Addisonn, Bronze Leather, Steve Madden, $69.95, stevemadden.com 5. Floppy Hat-Ebony, Jovovich-Hawk for Target, $14.99, Target.com 6. Strappy Sandals, Blue, American Eagle, $34.50, ae.com

Media Credit: Courtesy For those University females packing for an extravagant spring break, these fashions work perfectly for vacation wear. Each piece is fashionably functional to accommodate daytime activities and can work through the evening. 1. Python-Print Cardigan, J. Crew, $58, jcrew.com 2. Floral Print Full Skirt, Aqua, $78, Bloomingdales.com 3. Straw Fedora, Urban Outfitters, $28, UrbanOutfitters.com 4. Sandy, Restricted, $50, piperlime.com 5. Gilda Sandal, Sam Edelman, $84.95, Nordstrom.com, 6. Hillary Dress, dELiAs, $49.50, dELiAs.com 7. Wooden-Handle Clutch, Old Navy, $19.50, oldnavy.com

Media Credit: Courtesy Many pieces this spring are somewhat conservative compared to previous seasons. Looking chic yet refined outweighs choosing an ensemble that tries to be edgy. But who said preppy had to look plain? 1. Malorie Peep-Toe Linen Wedge, Banana Republic, $98, bananarepublic.com 2. Perry Gingham Short, dELiAs, $29.50, dELiAs.com 3. Jelly Ballet Flats, J. Crew, $45, jcrew.com 4. Bright Lights Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters, $14, UrbanOutfitters.com 5. Women's Denim Blazer, Old Navy, $29.50, oldnavy.com 6. 'Le Pilage' Tote Bag, Longchamp, $120, Nordstrom.com

This year marks an exciting time for spring fashions. Through the colors, silhouettes and patterns hitting clothing racks this season, spring is truly in the air. Several trends often pop up on fashion Web sites dictating top styles to consumers. But these three are particularly appealing. Earthy chic, vacation-ready and redefined prep are three trends that women will be spotting this spring season. They are fresh, feminine and brightly colored - yellow is the mainstay color this year - and make the transition to sunny weather and late nights that much more tempting.

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