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Colorful Accessories

A mixed bag of trends came down the catwalks at recent fashion shows, which means there is something for everyone this season.

The Saturday Early Show's Megan Meany says you don't have to buy a lot of new clothes to be in style. Accessories are an easy way to update your look - just buy a few key pieces and you'll be fashionable for any occasion this season.

Meany showed us some great looks from this year's hottest accessories in part three of our "Focus On Fashion" series:

ANIMAL SKINS

Skins are hot right now. Adding color to the fabrics is in, as well.

Bags
Dooney and Bourke small yellow tote faux Croc bag, $225

Club Monaco green skin bag, $99

J. Renee purple snake bag, $92.95

Shoes
Nine West "Akina" faux croc pump in orange, $69

J. Renee yellow snake skin open-toed shoes, $79.95

Belt
Banana Republic yellow lizard skin belt, $32


PRINTS/PREPPY

You'll see many of your preppy favorites returning in updated "pop" colors and with fun prints.

Bags
Dooney and Bourke small bubble gum pink bucket bag, $140

Francesco Biasi canvas print hobo bag, $118
Available at Lord and Taylor

Billie bag, yellow print canvas, $138
Available at Henri Bendel New York

Belts
Fun, preppy belts - a great way to quickly update any outfit.

Hadley and Pollet reversible "zinnias" belts, $98

Club Monaco purple striped wide elastic belt, $29

Old Navy grossgrain striped pink ribbon, $12.50

Jewelry
Mark cuff wristwatch, $25
This watch features a great ribbon wristband. Mark is a new, young line from Avon. The line features makeup as well.

Shoes
Keds thongs style "Coastal" in watercolor, $34.99

Old Navy pink slip-on canvas sneakers, $19.50

Scarves
Several scarves come in styles that range from Pucci-like prints to polka dots.

Echo scarves, prices range from $25 to $58
Available at Lord and Taylor


METALLICS

Don't go overboard with this trend - instead, buy a few fun metallic accessories to add a little shine to your look.

Bags
MZ Wallace bag, $204

The "Otis" bag features all leather body and trim with magnetic snap closure, 15-inch shoulder strap, and 4 inside pockets

Newport News silver leather bag, $35

Belts
Alex and Ani metallic/rhinestones belts, $98

Shoes
Anthropolgie gold leather thong sandals, $78
Call 1-800-309-2500 for more information about the product.

Mossimo silver thong heels, $19.99
Available at Target stores nationwide.


CLEAR PLASTIC

Clear plastic was a very big trend on the runways. Michael Kors featured a nice orange plastic and leather tote. Now, you'll find the look at much lower prices.

Bags
Nine West clear white tote, $45
The Nine West bag is perfect for the beach or work.

Bonjour Fleurette hot pink "GoGo" vinyl tote, $39.00
Available at Flowerslippers.com

Shoes
Via Spiga "Unicorn" pink "clear" shoes, $169

Stuart Weitzman "Dare" clear lucite heels, $210
Perfect for cocktails on a warm spring night.

Jewelry
Belissima lucite cuffs, $10
Find them at a department store near you. In New York City, you can find them at Supplements NYC.

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