Margaret O’Leary

Beautiful, luxurious but not «fancy», throw on and feel like a million bucks clothes. I was just looking around and, while I didn’t feel pressured to buy, Rachel and Dawn deftly pulled out pieces that suited my taste and body type. They were spot on. The clothes are things I can imagine wearing all the time and for years to come. The shopping experience was friendly, enjoyable, and helpful.

A hidden gem. At first glance, Margaret’s designs appear to be well made classics. But after putting them on, I realized not only are they more flattering on but extraordinarily comfy. They have become the first pieces I grab from my closet. And as someone who travels alot, these pieces are great travel companions. The store also carries other on trend designers worth a visit alone. Another big plus is the staff at the Mill Valley Store. Friendly, helpful without being pushy, they make the shopping there truly a fun experience.

I have been shopping at the Mill Valley Margaret O’Leary for years. It finally occurred to me it might be a little bit of a secret, and if I know about something good, I want everyone to know! So here you go, people.
First a warning: Once you get a taste of Margaret’s cashmere, you will never go back to regular department store stuff. Fall and winter bring the most luscious, San Francisco-​perfect, cozy, foggy-​weather sweaters you could ever imagine. Thanks to MO, I’m also spoiled for pockets. What point is a delicious, thick cashmere sweater without a cozy place for your hands? Fortunately, Margaret has that all dialed in.
In addition to the Margaret O’Leary brand of sweaters (her claim to fame), she carries her own line of non-​sweatery things, like beautiful silk and linen tees, knit skirts and dresses, fabulous printed pants, cashmere sweatpants, and even leather jackets. You’ll also find a nice selection of other brands, including AG Jeans, Velvet tees, MIH, NDC and Fiorentini and Baker for boots, and Calleen Cordero for bags, belts and shoes, Chan Luu scarves, and beautiful jewelry from local designers. These clothes and accessories are hip and fun, stylish and classic. Sweaters might be an investment, but they’re worth it. I wear mine for years.
But what really sets this store apart are the ladies who work there. What a bunch of lovely people. You will always feel helped but never pressured. If you want help putting together an entire outfit, you got it. If you want to browse, you got it. If you shop there regularly, like I do, these nice ladies will show you what’s new with specific suggestions to match your style and shape. Always helpful, never pushy.
If you’re looking for a gift for a lady in your life, they’re great at that too. My husband goes in there because he knows I like EVERYTHING, so it’s a no-​brainer. If he goes to Margaret O’Leary, he will always get it right.
This is one of my go-​to shops in Mill Valley. Count me a fan. A big fan.

I love this store for the unique items. Including boots! The service can be a bit hit or miss. I was in recently and go every good service but in the past the saleswomen were not so friendly or helpful.
I love supporting local stores especially when the owner is a wonderful human being like Margaret!

The other day was sunny so I stopped into this store and it was a great shopping experience. I try to shop local so I like this store or Mint in Mill Valley since the people are always friendly and helpful. I am budget minded right now and so I don’t buy as much but when I do I buy quality and fun pieces found only at places like this. It’s more fun then going to a Mall like The Village in Corte Madera. My sales lady with a pony tail and reddish hair has helped me find things that fit my budget and style. I am waiting for the next trunk show so I can see what new stuff and jewelery they have.

I love Margaret O’Leary. Her cashmere sweaters are the best you can buy and come in wonderful styles and colors. In addition to cashmere sweaters, the store carries a wonderful selection of clothing from other brands such as IRO, J. Brand and Hartford. In addition, they have a great selection of jewelry. I love the store and would shop here all the time if it weren’t for the horrible sales staff. I have never encountered such rude, horrible saleswomen. They all have major attitudes and treat you like you don’t belong in the store no matter what you’re wearing or how many times you have shopped in the store. My sister was visiting from out of state over Easter and had the same experience. The service is TERRIBLE and makes you never want to shop there again.
You would be best to shop at the store on Fillmore street in San Francisco or another location where the sales people are more pleasant and helpful. The Mill Valley store has awful customer service, and I’ve worked in retail and was shocked just how bad it is, and always has been, in this store.

Love this shop and the sales girls are always really helpful. The back of the store always has a few items on sale — real deals — so be sure to check it out.

What Kat P said about an SF location is right on, but this store is in Mill Valley!
No matter how I’m dressed (sometimes I don’t exactly look like Mill Valley clientele!), the adorable salespeople always ask if they can help me find anything or at least tell me genuinely to have a nice day on my way out. Prices are generally out of my budget. (Boy, I wish I even had a clothing budget!) The 5 stars is for this gorgeous little boutique & for their annual sidewalk sale (typically the Saturday of Memorial Weekend).
During this sale, not only did I buy a few things, but they were nearly 80% off their retail prices. This shop has lots of fun brands, but it really all comes down to Margaret. No sweater is like a Margaret O’Leary sweater. The quality of the knit, the softness, that signature little inscribed shell tag… they truly are magical.
I got a sweater dress for $ 50. Now, that is affordable.