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Johnny Was Delite Top vs Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress

The Delite Top is the easier everyday piece: a stretch knit top with puff sleeves and a round neck that works with jeans or a skirt. The Liliana is a statement layer, a sleeveless mesh floral shirt cut long and kimono-inspired, with embroidery and a scoop neck. Both are Johnny Was florals, so the choice comes down to fit and occasion. Owners of Johnny Was knits praise the soft hand and stretch; the mesh piece draws comments for its drama and needs more careful styling.

  • Choose the Delite Top if you want a fitted, stretchy floral top with puff sleeves you can wear casually or to work.
  • Choose the Liliana if you want a long, sheer floral layer with embroidery to wear over a tank or dress.

Prices

  • Johnny Was Delite Top: $155.00 at FARFETCH (last seen Nov 10)
  • Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress: $117.00 at eBay (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress is $38.00 cheaper than the Johnny Was Delite Top at the latest prices (Nov 10)
Johnny Was
Johnny Was Delite Top

Johnny Was Delite Top

$155.00at FARFETCHChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Stretch fabric moves with you
  • Puff sleeves add shape without bulk
  • Round neck suits layering under jackets
  • Easy to pair with denim or skirts
Cons
  • Print-only, no embroidery detail
  • Puff sleeves can feel bulky under cardigans
  • Limited to a top silhouette
Johnny Was
Johnny Was Liliana Floral Kimono-Inspired Shirt

Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress

Johnny Was Liliana Floral Kimono-Inspired Shirt

$117.00at eBayChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Embroidery gives it a crafted look
  • Long mesh layer adds drama over simple pieces
  • Sleeveless cut works in warm weather
  • Strong bohemian styling
Cons
  • 100% polyester mesh has no stretch
  • Sheer fabric requires an underlayer
  • Long length can overwhelm petite frames

What separates them

Johnny Was Delite TopJohnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress
SilhouetteFitted top ending near the hipLong, maxi-length kimono-inspired shirt
SleevesPuff sleevesSleeveless
FabricStretch knit with about 5% elastane100% polyester mesh, no stretch
NecklineRound neckScoop neck
EmbellishmentFloral print onlyFloral print with embroidery
LayeringWorn on its ownDesigned to layer over other pieces
CareStretch knit, machine washable in most casesMesh needs gentler handling to avoid snags
Style rangeCasual to smart casualBohemian, romantic, resort

Price history

$155.00$147.00
Nov 9Nov 10
  • Johnny Was Delite Top: lowest $155.00 on Nov 9 at FARFETCH; $155.00 on Nov 10.
  • Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress: lowest $147.00 on Nov 10 at Neiman Marcus.

Prices at every store

Johnny Was Delite Top

  • FARFETCHNew

    In stock

    $155.00+ $10.00 shippingChecked Nov 10
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Johnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress

  • PoshmarkNew

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    $375.00+ $6.49 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownReturns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $117.00+ $7.95 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Neiman MarcusNew

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    $147.00Checked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecJohnny Was Delite TopJohnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress
PatternFloralFloral
NecklineRoundScoop Neck
GenderFemaleWomen
Size (Small-Large)XS—
SleevesPuff Sleeve—
ColorMulticolor—
Elastane/Lycra/Spandex (%)5—
Age GroupAdult—
MaterialElastane/Lycra/Spandex—
Fabric Type—Mesh
Sleeve Length—Sleeveless
Sleeve Style—Sleeveless
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SpecJohnny Was Delite TopJohnny Was Liliana Floral Mesh Dress
Sleeve Type—Sleeveless
Closure Type—Pullover
Style Type—Maxi dress
Overall Style—Bohemian, Romantic
Theme—Bohemian, Boho, Flower, Romantic
Visual Attributes—Floral
Length—Maxi
Embellishment—Embroidery
Design Highlights—With Embroidery
Shoulder Style

Questions and answers

Which is better for everyday wear?
The Delite Top. Its stretch knit and simple shape make it easy to wear often. The Liliana is more of an occasion or layering piece.
Which feels more comfortable?
The Delite Top, because the elastane blend stretches with movement. The Liliana is mesh with no stretch and is meant to sit loosely over other clothes.
Is the Liliana a dress or a shirt?
It is a shirt, cut long and kimono-inspired. The maxi length refers to how far it falls, not to a dress silhouette.
Which suits a petite frame better?
The Delite Top. The Liliana's long, sheer length can swamp a shorter frame unless you belt it or wear it open.
Is the Liliana worth stepping up to over the top?
Only if you want a statement layer with embroidery. If you need one versatile piece, the Delite Top covers more outfits.

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Sleeveless
Two Piece—No
Material Content—100% polyester