Zara March 2012

We had to take a break from the Fall runways to sneak a peek at Zara's pretty March arrivals. It goes without saying that the brand's a favorite for its oh-so-accessible take on the trends. Case in point: the printed blazers that we saw on the catwalks last September are resurfacing at the retailer in statement florals and eye-popping paisley (a perfect pick-me-up for your nine-to-five). Add to that a mix of playful pastel color pairings, delicately embellished collars, and a Spring-ready studded white leather jacket, and it's as if Zara tapped into our very own seasonal wish list — and delivered everything we could ask for. Read on for our key takeaways, then click through to start your shopping list.

• We love the tough-girl feel of this studded leather jacket, albeit in an accessible Spring hue. Throw this on with anything from a little printed dress to colorblocked separates for an effortless edginess.
• We're adding this fringed mini to our wish lists. An ideal antidote to the typical seasonal garb with that utterly cool Isabel Marant quality.
• A pair of floral shorts are a must have this season. We'll dress them up with heels and a slouchy knit for evenings or pare them down with a button-down and loafers for day.