The sun is shining, the birds are coming back, and the weather is finally starting to warm up. Spring is just around the corner (no, seriously, it’s right there), so we’re here to fill you in on all the trends that you’ll be seeing this season, from transitional looks to essential trends.

Wardrobe basics never really change (see our post on the pieces every college girl needs in her closet for those).

That being said, with a new season comes a new wave of items that will truly serve as the backbone of your spring wardrobe. Here are 5 of this season’s must-have “modern basics.”

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Tube Tops

Oh, did you hear that the 2000s are back? Blast some Britney and grab your flip phone.

I’ve picked up 5 of these in the most essential colors (white, black, pink, mint green, and lavender… of course!), and they’ve already been a total staple.

Tube tops look adorable under cardigans, and they add no extra bulk. They’re also perfect to layer under deep v-neck shirts and dresses if you like to keep things on the conservative side. Not to mention, they are essential for creating the ultimate 2000s-era look.

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Long Shorts

Ladies, (especially gals with thicker thighs) rejoice! There will be no chafing this spring/summer. Long shorts are like biker shorts’ older, classier sister. She has a corner office and a thriving 401k. In fact, these could totally be worn to your office in the summer!

Of course, a loose piece like these shorts means that proportions are everything. Long shorts look effortlessly chic when paired with a tight top, like a tube top!