Published: May 01. 2010 2:00AM

Now that the weather is almost balmy and our spirits are craving the feel of sun on our faces and wind in our hair, how could we possibly resist brand-new, fabulous clothing and the latest accessories as an outward expression of all the optimism this time of year inevitably brings? Or maybe the real question is, why would we try?

All clothing and accessories courtesy of Hampden Clothing.

Everyone loves a little black dress, but a new season calls for something special. This strapless nacy style dresses up or down, with the latest trend in scarves as the perfect accessory.

White jeans are a spring and summer staple. Update the look with this season’s favorite floral.

White says warm weather like no other color. This ivory shirtdress works perfectly with gold sandals or tennis shoes, for a cocktail party or a day on the boat.

Jumpers came on strong for fall, and the shorter cousin makes springtime dressing as easy as adding shoes and walking out the door..

If texture is your true love, it may be time for a khaki update. Try a neutral palette with simple white pieces for a look that never goes out of style.

An easy dress that looks like separates? The perfect answer for a busy day.

A flirty black-and-white tiered skirt and chunky black sandal will take us from day to night with the addition of an open-weave white sweater to keep the evening breeze at bay.