Margaret O'Leary

Margaret O'Leary Founded by Margaret O’Leary in 1990, we’re an independent knitwear house blending Irish heritage and San Francisco spirit in small-batch, timeless designs.

I was born in County Kerry, Ireland as the second oldest of 12 children. Growing up on a working farm in rural Ireland meant there were few store-bought items in our home, so I learned to knit on my mother’s knee when I was just three. After moving to San Francisco in 1990, I began doing what I did best – creating hand-loomed knitwear in my tiny apartment. I sold my creations to local boutiques an

d within a year was discovered by Barneys! My knitwear line grew into a full collection that led me to open my first retail store on Claude Lane in the city’s Union Square neighborhood. My sister Teresa runs the store to this day. There are now 14 Margaret O’Leary boutiques across the United States. My collections evolve from a design sensibility that marries luxury with the effortless chic of my adopted home in Northern California. I design for myself and for my friends, finding constant inspiration from the feedback I get from those who live in our clothing. Cashmere is my go-to yarn because it creates a sensation of inner warmth, as well as physical comfort. For inspiration I travel far and wide, shopping vintage stores from Clignancourt, Paris to the Alameda flea markets. I find the past can inspire the future, if you can absorb the inspiration. I have journeyed a long way from my roots in rural Ireland, but I draw on my experiences every day and I am grateful for every moment.

- Margaret O'Leary

Summer Whites — the one shade that does everything. Clean, effortless, endlessly versatile. Shop all styles now on our w...
06/08/2026

Summer Whites — the one shade that does everything. Clean, effortless, endlessly versatile. Shop all styles now on our website

Light and effortlessly romantic, this long-sleeve sheer, floral, cotton chiffon shirt features a laid collar, curved sid...
06/04/2026

Light and effortlessly romantic, this long-sleeve sheer, floral, cotton chiffon shirt features a laid collar, curved sides, and a double button detail.

A touch of blue! 💙 The beautiful Lani Crochet Cardigan in Saphire
06/02/2026

A touch of blue! 💙 The beautiful Lani Crochet Cardigan in Saphire

06/02/2026

Summer is just around the corner, and we're bringing you some outfit inspiration to get you ready for the season! Whether you're dressing for a weekend getaway or a casual day out, we have looks for every occasion. Which outfit would you wear? Let us know in the comments! 🥰

Meet your new going-out, staying-in, dancing-anywhere skirt. Cut on the bias for that perfect fluid drape that skims the...
05/29/2026

Meet your new going-out, staying-in, dancing-anywhere skirt. Cut on the bias for that perfect fluid drape that skims the body and moves with every step — because a skirt this good deserves to be seen in motion.

The skirt that never goes out of style. 🤍 Comfortable and classic, a must have for your wardrobe!
05/28/2026

The skirt that never goes out of style. 🤍 Comfortable and classic, a must have for your wardrobe!

An OOTD with in NYC 🚕🗽 wearing
05/26/2026

An OOTD with in NYC 🚕🗽 wearing



The gorgeous stopped by our Manhattan Beach location to do some shopping 😍 Let us know which of these three outfits is...
05/24/2026

The gorgeous stopped by our Manhattan Beach location to do some shopping 😍 Let us know which of these three outfits is your favorite!

05/23/2026
05/18/2026

The perfect cardigan in the perfect color. One of our favorites, the Coco Cardigan in Lilac! How do you feel about this color?

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