Best Johnny Was women's clothing

Top pick: the Janie Favorite handkerchief-hem dress — it's the piece that best sums up Johnny Was: soft rayon-spandex jersey, a floaty hanky hem and easy pull-on styling that works over leggings or bare legs. Start here if you want one dress that reads unmistakably Johnny Was.

Who the others suit:

• The Vittoria scarf-print blouse — for pairing with jeans or a plain skirt when you want the print to do the talking.
• The black eyelet Nydia appliqué blouse — the dressiest, most evening-ready option, and the easiest to wear with anything black.
• The Calista ruffle-sleeve linen blouse — for anyone who prefers crisp linen and a tailored, striped look over florals.
• The Janie Favorite floral tee — the low-key entry point; same soft jersey, everyday shape.
• The Riley embroidered long tee — for subtle embroidery on a simple cotton top.
• The Kae cotton jacket — a layering piece with fringe trim for transitional weather.
• The House on the Hill cotton-lawn dress — a lighter, breezier dress for warm days.
• The Mulla and Baccara capsule sets — for building a coordinated vacation wardrobe in one go.

Sizing runs fitted through the bust on the jersey pieces, so check the measurements on each card before choosing.