This store is AWESOME! The Gorgeous bohemian inspired prints and silks are stunning and so easy to wear and care for. I moved from Chicago last year and after a lifetime of collecting coats, boots, scarves and hats, I was seriously in need of warm weather clothing. I had owned a few pieces of Johnny Was, from the cool boutiques in the midwest that are smart enough to stock a small selection. But coming into this store was like a nirvana bonanza cornucopia of beautiful offerings. I couldn't believe I moved to a town that had a Johnny Was store! I immediately bonded with Summer, sales person extraordinaire and she is my go to for all things Johnny Was!!! I am lucky to know all of the wonderful people there and you will always get as much style advice as you need from Summer, Brittany, Francine, Janet... along with their happy smiles, excellent service and inspirational modeling of current styles. The clothes wear beautifully, most are machine washable AND dryer friendly. The store is neat and easy to shop, grouped in colors like the most wonderful garanimal collection. They always have more sizes in the back so if you're a Large or XL, as I am, don't hesitate to ask them to grab you one from the back. They never mind! I am generally a private shopper and don't need or want help. In other stores, having to request my size would annoy me. But not here. The ladies help efficiently, with any level of participation you are comfortable with and it's worth carving out a chunk of time to peruse and try on. It won't take you long to find the cuts that flatter your figure (another bonus - they offer different shapes and cuts in the various patterns and colors so you're guaranteed to find something you love, no matter what shape you are. And those cuts have continuity from season to season so it is easy to get to know what shape will be your go to. But I do think trying on is a must here to find the right size and cut). And if you let them, the wonderful staff will make it so much fun. It's the only place I have ever shopped for clothes where I can't get enough of working with the staff and I seek their input. I have shopped there with friends and relatives, young and old. This store truly has something for women of all ages.
Before I became a devoted fan, I primarily wore black. As in, every day. Thanks to the colorful silks of Johnny Was, my days now include a world of prints and mood elevating palettes and colors. And yes, they have gorgeous styles in solid white and black. There is rarely a day that goes by that someone doesn't compliment a top or dress I am wearing. And with the Arizona heat, I sure love throwing my favorite summer time staples into the laundry (off peak hours, of course). Thanks to JW, I have lived here over a year and still don't have a dry cleaner. Summer learned my preferences immediately, is happy to let me know when something comes in that she knows I will love and she has worked with me to develop a whole new comfort zone - far outside anything I could have predicted. They will also special order something for you, if it's not in stock. It is my zen/happy place to shop because it just doesn't get any better. Oh and did I mention the signature scarves with the wonderful tassels?! Divine. Affordable. Washable and will make any outfit all the better! The perfumes, candles, jewelry and belts are phenomenal too. Store Sales are consistently frequent with new styles added often. I love Johnny Was! read more