Johnny Was Blog

(Melissa in the Vivian Bomber Jacket) We love to decorate our homes at the holidays but the one place we sometimes need a little nudge to get inspired is with...

(Photo was taken by, Matt Steindl) When it comes to interior design, we love anything bohemian, textural and handmade. Macramé, the knotty trend that was everywhere in the seventies is...

This fall we brought in a beautiful collection of jewelry by LA-based designer Joseph Brooks. Using ancient crystals that are hand knotted on cord or silver chain, these pieces manage...

There are many beautiful things about being based in Southern California but we definitely miss out on the dramatic and beautiful seasons of our east coast friends. Between the crisp...

Ellamo Embroidered Kimono and Hirsch Velvet Crop Pant If there’s one piece of clothing that is synonymous with Johnny Was, it’s the kimono. From our limited edition one-of-a-kind custom kimonos...

  When it comes to giving back, October is all about thinking pink.  Since 1985, this month has been synonymous with breast cancer awareness, education and finding a cure for...

Some people just radiate positivity and well-being and Miki Ash is one such woman. Aside from being the creative soul who runs our Instagram account (and pores over all your...

Slater Maxi Wrap Dress While we love expounding on the creativity and bold allure of clashing colors, there’s no denying the timeless appeal of black. In cooler temps, black takes...

Katina Velvet Bolero and Nixie Blouse When it comes to patterns and embellishments, we are like the classic Carly Simon song–nobody does it better.  Every collection is seasoned with the...