Sofia Ramirez I’m so happy that Johnny Was is still holding it down in Santa Monica Place.
With so many stores cycling out lately, it’s genuinely refreshing to walk into a space that still feels intentional, elevated, and beautifully curated. Johnny Was brings color, texture, enjoy to a mall and city that has had its fair share of changes, challenges, and struggles.
The vibe is relaxed, but chic, very SoCal, and the staff is incredibly warm and helpful. Not pushy, not checked out, just present in the best way. I walked in just to browse, and ended up, leaving with the most gorgeous outfit.
You can tell the team really cares about the customer experience. They took time to help me style a full look, gave honest feedback, and made the whole visit feel personal.
In a time where a lot of retail feels either impersonal or like is disappearing altogether, Johnny Was still feels like a brand that gets it. I hope they stay here for the long-haul Santa Monica needs stores like this.
