Bella Dahl

We may not be even halfway through January, but retailers already are turning their thoughts to spring.

Stores are clearing out their winter merchandise, and next season's styles are making their way onto shelves. So, what items should you start thinking about adding to your wardrobe?

Style.com has picked 10 key pieces a woman's wardrobe shouldn't be without this spring:

1. Wide belt: Mastering spring's new proportions is a cinch with a wide belt, be it in sexy red vernis or soft velvet.

To buy: Brooch belt from Bloomingdale's, $129.

2. Babydoll dress: Head back in time with a '60s-style babydoll dress; an instant way to turn heads.

To buy: Anna Sui for Anthropologie silk babydoll dress, $188.

3. Cuffed shorts: Teamed with a cropped jacket or a button-down and vest, they go way beyond weekend wear.

To buy: American Eagle shorts, $34.50.

4. Superlean pants: Spring's must-have pants are strictly tailored, superlean and slashed just north of the ankles.

To buy: Bella Dahl velvet pants at South Moon Under, $139.95.  Read more...