Margaret O’Leary sweaters

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pictured: Chelsea Pullover in spice stripe /

Margaret O’Leary is a fabulous local designer with a beautiful boutique on Fillmore in San Francisco. She came to San Francisco in 1989 from Ireland and instantly realized San Francisco had the perfect climate for sweaters! I mean, it is the city where Mark Twain declared “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.”

Margaret O’Leary was on to something! She quickly began knitting, and by 1990 was selling sweaters to local boutiques and was soon picked up by Barney’s. Her company is still independently owned and operated, making it an amazing San Francisco design house. I even had the honor of meeting Margaret O’Leary herself while sweater shopping last week! She was amazing!

If you have not stopped into her shop on Fillmore, what are you waiting for? The boutique is filled with beautiful sweaters ethically made as well as party attire, scarves, and ethically sourced handbags and shoes. Love!

I instantly fell in love with this Chelsea sweater in spice stripe. I have also added to my wish list this grey and white version called “marble” and pictured below.

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pictured: Chelsea pullover in marble /

Isn’t it fabulous? I am in love! There were more sweaters to fall in love in with as well. I loved the beautiful hues in blue, green, and purple. There is a lot to love at Margaret O’Leary! If you are local, definitely pop into her shop! You can find her boutique locations online at MargaretOLeary.com and you can also shop her beautiful collection online too! Love that!

So, I ended up taking home this beautiful Chelsea pullover in spice stripe. Isn’t it fabulous? It will look amazing with jeans and casual skirts, as well as casual pants. Love!

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Try-on: Chelsea pullover in spice stripe (This is what I took home) / tweed jacket in background / holiday nail polish / jeans / hoops /

Of course, I did shop around with my mom! She took home a sweater too! I can’t believe I didn’t snap a photo of her in it! Stay tuned, next time I see her I will snap a photo of her wearing it and share it with you. She bought the sweater pictured below in spice. It is named the Molly pullover. You can find it online here. Apologies for the grainy photo of us, I used my iPhone instead of my camera.

Margaret O’Leary’s designs are all investment pieces, so when you invest in one, you know it will be part of your wardrobe for years and years. Love! Timeless style is where it’s at! Her sweaters will also make fabulous gifts this holiday season, so be sure to check out one of her boutiques or her online shop. Love it!

You can learn more at MargaretOLeary.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*I was gifted a sweater by Margaret O’Leary, all thoughts and opinions are my own. My mom loved the collection so much, she purchased a sweater.

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Gift ideas for her 2023

holiday gift ideas for her

Holiday gift ideas for her from top left: box of chocolates / Chanel No. 5 / Love tee / silver bracelet / makeup bag / striped sweater / black satchel / silver hoop earrings / zip sweater /

‘Tis the season! This year, why not give the gift of investment jewelry, a cozy sweater, a fun printed tee, classic fragrance, investment handbags, and chocolates! Love!

This is the year to give the gift that keeps on giving; investment pieces. Give her something she will cherish for years and years to come. An investment piece doesn’t have to be expensive either. These classic silver hoops are well under $100 and this cheeky tee is under $50. This striped sweater is under $100 too! Love this!

Also, if you are looking for fabulous investment sweaters, be sure to check out San Francisco designer Margaret O’Leary. You can find her online shop at MargaretOLeary.com.

So, without further ado, here are a few fabulous Christmas gifts and holiday season gifts for her:

Handbag gift ideas:

Beauty gift ideas:

Clothing and jewelry:

Additional gift ideas:

I hope Santa brings me this zip up sweater! Isn’t it cozy looking? Love!

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more holiday gift ideas before the Thanksgiving break!

XOXO

Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: striped sweater / Chanel holiday nail polish / Dior holiday nail polish / printed tee (makes a great holiday gift!) / caramel top handle bag / black shoulder bag / black top handle bag / silver bracelet / black tote / Mary Janes / black boots / large golden hoops /

Can you believe it is already November? Where does the time go! If you have not started holiday shopping, I highly recommend making your list and starting to work on it. I love getting the bulk of holiday shopping done before Thanksgiving.

Wondering what to get your loved ones? I have started posting my holiday gift ideas here on the blog. Be sure to check out my recent handbag gift ideas post and stay tuned for more holiday gift ideas next week!

Here are a few fabulous gifts to check out now before my gift guides post next week:

Investment dressing is still hot! Keep shopping for timeless handbags without obvious logos and classic jewelry. In addition, cozy sweaters, holiday nail polish, Mary jane shoes and classic boots are hotter than hot this season. Love! All of these things are perfect for ourselves, as well as gifts for others this holiday season.

Did you know I started a YouTube channel? Handbag reviews will start posting soon! In the meantime, check out my welcome video, and if you enjoy handbag review videos, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on my first video!

Shop the BAF Weekly IT List online:

What are you wishing for this holiday season?

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more holiday coverage!

XOXO
Cathy