Stylish accessories inspire thoughts of spring

Behold the signs of the new season — longer days, blooming trees and the latest fun-shaped, candy-colored accessories, which give us inspiration to add a little spring to our step and freshen up our look for the warm days ahead.

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Coperni Swipe large tote, $282, farfetch.com

Jil Sander tote, $1,418, farfetch.com

Marc Jacobs Hot Spot mini round crossbody bag, $90, farfetch.com

Wooden blocks, 16-piece set, $199, guidecraft.com

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Quilted crossbody bag, $19.99, zara.com

Brick bag in veg tan, $365, building--block.com

Wooden blocks, 16-piece set, $199, guidecraft.com

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Sondra Roberts woven flap crossbody bag, $99, macys.com

Sondra Roberts blue bucket bag, $98, macys.com

Barbara Schmidt of studiobstyle in Minneapolis is a nationally known creative director and stylist.