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By Judie Schwartz and Evelinda Urman

Splurge

• Dresses
  Whether its empire, wrapped, shift or drop waist, there's a dress style out there that flatters your figure. Since the color "nude" (skin–tone beige) is so popular, snap up a dress in this timeless color and wear it for many seasons.

• White is Right
  This season invest in a collection of white accessories: large handbag, white–rimmed sunglasses and the newest white hot accessory — a watch with a white band.

• Trench Coats
  These are all over the stores this season, in all lengths in basic khaki colors or trendy metallics. You should have no problem finding one of these classics to hold onto for many years.

• Cropped jackets
  This will become the most versatile piece in your spring wardrobe, whether you wear them over a dress, jeans, capris or the newer walking shorts. Pay attention to the stitching, lining and shoulder fit. The newest styles flare out in the back or have an A–line profile.