We are beyond excited for Spring weather to finally arrive, and on that note, we're going shopping. This April, we'd like to introduce you to new, affordable swimsuit brands, romantic maxi dress [1] labels you never knew existed, and some eco-friendly items [2] (you know Earth Day is April 22, right?). There's plenty here to excite you and a healthy mix of accessories and statement pieces that are impossible to regret buying. We know, we know — we hope those April showers rain dollar bills, too.
Elliette Simone Midi Dress
"There's nothing I love more than wearing dresses when the weather gets warmer. My favorite right now is this silky floral-print midi by Elliette [3] ($475), a brand that launched just last year. You can't tell from the photo, but the dress has slit panels, which are perfect for layering over a pair of jeans [4] — a style hack I'll definitely be doing more of." — Marina Liao, assistant editor, Fashion
Aritzia Wilfred Free Richards Biker Leather Jacket
"I was so excited when I heard Aritzia was launching a leather collection. It's so hard to find a real leather jacket like this Wilfred Free Richards Biker [5] ($575) at this price point that has the right cut and fit." — Dana Avidan Cohn, executive director, Style
Miron Crosby Brooke Boot
"You've probably heard that cowboy boots are back in a big way, but to sisters Lizzie Means Duplantis and Sarah Means [6], who hail from Texas, they were always cool. It's now on my bucket list to visit the Dallas shop, where you can pour yourself a drink and customize a boot down to the embroidery, lining, and personalized interior patches, but until I book a flight, I'll settle for the Brooke Shorty [7] ($2,195), which I envision styling with jeans, a white tee, and a waist bag along with my favorite romantic maxi dress for a night out." — Sarah Wasilak, editor, Fashion
Neely & Chloe Small Vanity Case
"Traveling with jewelry [8] is such a hassle because I never have anything to put my necklaces and rings in, except for Ziploc bags, which inevitably tangles everything. When I discovered Neely & Chloe makes travel cases with separate compartments for each accessory, well, I had to have one of its small vanity cases [9] ($138) ASAP." — ML
& Other Stories Floral Print Bandana
"If you're going to music festivals in April, you'll need to keep the dust and dirt out of your face. Bandanas do the job, and & Other Stories offers a cute floral one [10] ($25). Though I'm not headed to Coachella this year, I will buy this piece to match with my outfits." — ML
Ookioh Marigold Swimsuit
"Meet Ookioh, the new gorgeous, affordable swim label you need to know about and shop before every product sells out. I instantly fell in love with this marigold shade that the Seattle Top [11] ($49) and retro-sporty Portland Bottom [12] ($49) come in. Just like that, I've got myself a two-piece that promises endless compliments for under $100." — SW
Soludos Open-Toe Platform
"Soludos is, in my opinion, the tried-and-trusted brand for well-made espadrilles you can wear through Spring and Summer. It's time to trade in my worn-out, closed-toe wedges for this peep-toe platform [13] ($95) that feels like a fresh, funky upgrade for 2018." — SW
Mango Gingham Blazer
"Blazers act as good transitional outerwear for Spring, and I have my eyes on this gingham-print one from Mango [14] ($120). I can wear it to work, then straight to roof-top happy hour with friends." — ML
Mer Sea & Co. Marseille Blanc Tote
"This Mer Sea & Co. tote [15] ($125) is made with recycled material, like mops, which makes it an eco-friendly [16] Summer bag. I love the beautiful leather handles and tassel details too, which are all handmade and dyed in France." — ML