Forget the “boho hippie” looks from past Spring seasons, with earth-toned frocks and sandals and shapeless dresses. For Spring 2009, “hippie” is going chic with brighter colors and bolder makeup looks to accentuate more structured ensembles.

This year’s hippie look is even more fun than modern boho styles of the past, focusing less on earth tones and more on crisp blocks of color and bold hues. Brown is replaced by gold and instead of tie-dye, large abstract floral prints and ethnic-inspired designs. Hippie flow is given an edge with belts and bands that give the whimsically-cut pieces more structure and visual interest. (»)

I’m loving it already!

Promote peace, love, and freedom in the details with a Kerri Wilder Peace Ring ($110), Lucky Brand Peace Sign Earrings ($22), a pair of vibrant feather earrings from Charlotte Russe ($4), or this purple Love tee from Wet Seal ($15.50).

No wishlist would be complete without a major lust item like these glossy leather Louie Vuitton Pomegranate Wedge Sandals ($980), although this pair of studded thong sandals from GoJane.com ($15) will fit anyone’s budget.

Accessorize a bright dress like this Checked Corset Dress by Firetrap ($76) by cinching the waist with a belt like the studded assymetrical belt from Charlotte Russe ($9).