Johnnie O: West Coast casual, East Coast classic.
Johnnie-O is a Los Angeles–based apparel brand blending West Coast ease with East Coast polish. Known for its signature “Prep-Formance” line, the brand redefines classic menswear staples with technical fabrics, playful details, and a lifestyle ethos that bridges surf, sport, and sophistication.
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Johnnie-O is for the guy who wants sharp style without the stiffness. Built on a balance of prep-inspired tailoring and laid-back performance fabrics, the brand delivers wardrobe staples that transition seamlessly from golf course to beach to boardroom.
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Contracting Art Director, working directly with VP of Product Brett Rubin. Oversaw textile print design, performance apparel for golf, tennis, and pickleball, along with art development and swim prints between 2014 and 2016. Ensured each collection aligned with the brand’s vision of performance luxury, while guiding seasonal creative through the lens of lifestyle apparel—translating Johnnie-O’s playful yet refined identity into product and presentation.
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Expand Johnnie-O’s offering beyond its early preppy foundation into a broader performance-luxury lifestyle collection. The brand needed to modernize its design language, incorporate technical fabrics, and evolve its visual identity while maintaining its signature West Coast charm.
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Directed graphic and print development to introduce a more contemporary, versatile look across swim and seasonal collections. Integrated performance-driven details into art and pattern work, reinforcing Johnnie-O’s positioning in the emerging performance-luxury space. Collaborated closely with product leadership to ensure cohesive design execution that balanced refinement with playfulness.
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Johnnie-O strengthened its identity as a distinctive lifestyle brand bridging prep tradition with modern performance. Updated graphics and prints gave collections a fresh, elevated look while expanding the product range. The creative work contributed to the brand’s ability to scale its footprint during a key growth period, appealing to both loyal customers and new audiences seeking effortless sophistication.