Johnny Was was founded in 1987 in Southern California by artist, entrepreneur and design visionary Eli Levite, to create a line of tunics embellished with artisan-inspired embroidery and global inspiration. Embracing the effortless, chic Californian lifestyle, the brand seamlessly blends bohemian style, vintage flair, and modern luxury. Johnny Was creates gorgeous dresses and blouses, stunning reversible kimonos and jackets imbued with flourishes of colour and sunburst floral designs. Combining vintage-inspired designs with an appreciation for traditional art and world cultures, Johnny Was ultra-luxurious range of dresses, tops, and jackets appeal to the modern bohemian.