Our Story
20 Years Later
It was 2005 and John O’Donnell needed a change. So after two decades in the corporate world, the former UCLA golfer and Chicago native decided to take a chance creating something he knew a thing or two about: golf shirts. Made with 4 buttons, a pocket and sold out of his car, he never could have imagined what it’s become today— a full line of men's, women’s and boys’ clothes and a brand synonymous with premium quality without any pretensiousness. Sometimes you hit the ball just right. Here’s to 20 more.
The Logo
With our Original Polo, John wanted something that exemplified the spirit of Southern California and could stand with the East Coast brands he grew up with. The idea of a surfer in a moment of thought came to mind and fit perfectly for its focus on an active lifestyle and appreciating what’s in front of them. The rest is history.
West Coast Prep
The Details That Make Us
Quality You Can Feel
Our team seeks out the top fabrics and finest makers to ensure each piece is built to endure a life of good wear.
Tweener Button®
Our patented button on our button-ups between the 2nd and 3rd that when activated gives you the perfect amount of coverage.
Topspin
From our Tweener Button® to innovative usage of game-changing fabrics, our topspin is a special detail that make us unique.
Rooted in Golf, Styled for Everywhere
The Johnnie-O lifestyle is an active one rooted in quality clothing, friendships and time. Few activities illustrate that better than golf, which is why we pay extra mind to create the highest quality golf gear. It also doesn’t hurt when your founder is a former NCAA and Senior’s Open Championship golfer.
