Fashion The 7 Fashion Pieces You Should Buy in April (Because We Definitely Are) By Andrea Cheng Andrea Cheng Andrea Cheng is a New York-based writer and editor who covers all things fashion, celebrity style, beauty, and trends. She was previously the Digital Fashion News Editor at InStyle. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on April 6, 2016 @ 11:15AM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy We've carved out careers from shopping, seeking out clothes we love, and figuring out ways to integrate new pieces into our closets. But as much as we want to bring home everything, well, we can't (due to real estate, budgetary, and other real-life restrictions). So we challenged ourselves to spotlight only one key item that we want to buy—and in some cases, have actually bought—this month. From super versatile, wear-everywhere slip dresses to neat takes on shirting, these are the 7 must-have pieces we really, really want. Consider your shopping list for April, done. 5 InStyle Editors Reveal Their Favorite Jeans 01 of 07 Architechtural Earrings Courtesy "I have had my eye on these for a while. Love that they are simple yet interesting—perfect to wear every day." —Wendy Wallace, Market Director Charlotte Chesnais, $300; matchesfashion.com 02 of 07 A Crisp Shirt (with Cute Detail) Courtesy "I just bought this shirt—I know I'm going to wear it all summer long with an A-line mini skirt and flat sandals. It's just enough color and just enough of a cute detail." —Ali Pew, Senior Style Editor Jil Sander, $360; matchesfashion.com 03 of 07 Block-Heel Sandals (That Are Easy to Walk in) Courtesy "These slightly retro (and totally walkable) patent sandals won out as my investment shoe of choice for the season." —Stephanie Trong, Fashion Features Editor Prada, $690; nordstrom.com 04 of 07 Striped Wide-Leg Pants Courtesy "I love the wide-leg pant trend—everything looks one degree chicer when paired with the sweeping bottom, from a fitted top and blazer to a crisp oversize shirt. This striped pair will complement everything I already own and elongate my frame." —Andrea Cheng, Associate Fashion Editor Atea Oceanie, $585; ateaoceanie.com 05 of 07 A Sweater with Sculpted Sleeves Courtesy "I am loving the voluminous sleeve trendbut hating how the sleeves get in your way. This top is perfect—it has super sculpted sleeves with a nice cuff and the most flattering fabric!" —Alexis Parente, Fashion Assistant Cos, $81 (originally $115); cosstores.com 06 of 07 Blue-Tinted Aviators Courtesy "I am loving sunglasses with lightly tinted lenses—they remind me of the glasses my dad used to wear in the ’70s. Plus, they're light enough to wear indoors if you want to make a cool statement!" —Stephanie Araujo, Accessories Assistant Gentle Monster, $320; gentlemonster.com 07 of 07 A Slinky Slip Dress Courtesy "The Protagonist silk midi dress will be my most worn piece this spring. I love its endless versatility. For day, I plan to wear it layered under an oversized sweater and with printed Saint Laurent ankle boots. And for a casual night out, I’ll swap the knit for a lightweight bomber jacket. Finally, to dress up the look, all I will need is this single Delfina Delettrez statement earring." —Callie Turner, Assistant to the Fashion Director Protagonist, $460; net-a-porter.com