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San Francisco based Margaret O'Leary clothing is known for its glorious collections of cutting edge knitwear and is now available for you to buy at Oscar and Wild Kew. 

Creator Margaret and her San Francisco design team create collections infused with a relaxed sensibility and a California chic aesthetic, with just a hint of Margaret's native Ireland. Always produced using the finest yarns, including Margaret's favourite Scottish cashmere, each piece is made with the care and consideration that comes from a Founder-owned family business.

Come in store to our Kew Boutique to get your winter wardrobe sorted with a wide range of stunning knits. 

Vests are a great way to layer and add different textures and colours as this one does below with the ink suede and chocolate faux fur panelling. 

Pianora Studio Mod Buckle Vest Ink $599.95

Majestic H12071 Cotton V-Neck Sweater Chocolate $140.00

Blaumax Scarf $89.95

Sabatini Leather Leggings Black $419.95

Don't be afraid to add some colour to your winter wardrobe. Pair accessories with a hint of that statement colour used in your look, just like the look below where the scarf has hints of orange to balance out and soften the bold colour of the jumper.

M Missoni Scarf Black Multi $399.00

Gasparre Cashmere Drape Cardigan Onyx $439.95

American Vintage OMA225 Sweater Amber $189.95

Alison White Scoop Long Sleeve Top Grey $269.00

Layering isn't always the easiest of things to get right when putting together your winter outfit. Its an art form in itself and takes lots of time and practice to work out what goes together and what doesn't. Below are some steps to help you get the perfect winter layering look.

Working your way from the bottom.......

1. Start with a great pair of skinny jeans or leather leggings paired with ankle or long boots. (When layering, its always best to have your jeans or pants fitted so it balances out the top layers)

And working your way to the top....

2. Begin with a basic layer such as a long sleeve top. (Look for a basic that has a wool/cotton blend that will be lightweight and thin, yet super warm)

3. Add a cardigan or sweater as your 2nd layer. (With your 1st and 2nd layer, dont be afraid to go for prints and bold colours to make them the focus)

4. Outwear is key, so throw on a jacket or vest. (Stick to basic colours when choosing either a jacket or vest as they will pair with everything you put with them and not clash)

5. Last of all is to accessorise. A must have is a scarf, followed by jewellery and a classic bag.

Layering season is now upon us, so its time to stock up on great basics, knitwear, scarves, jeans, leather jackets, vests and boots. Don't go past fabulous brands such as Majestic, Cable, Alison White, M-Missoni, AG Adriano Goldschmied, Oscar & Wild and D.Co to fill your wardrobe with items that can be paired many ways and will last you for many seasons to come.

Everything you need for this winter can be found Instore and Online!

Oscar & Wild is renowned for stocking the best quality knitwear, but Szen is no ordinary knitwear. Conceptualised in Italy, each piece is unique, a canvas upon that undergoes complex, manual dying. The colours melt and blend to form intricate patterns, carefully positioned. Each gradation is applied in successive stages one for each area of decoration, first on one side then the other. Szen knits are reversible, a colour for any mood. Szen is instore now and will soon be available to online.

This winter season, asymmetrical poncho style knitwear is trending with designers each bringing us their unique interpretation. One of our favorite Italian designers Patrizia Pepe brings us this luxe Mohair asymmetrical knit with a complimentary necklace; a must have! 

Patrizia Pepe Mohair Knit Jumper, 389.95

Malene Birger adds a little oomph to our winter wardrobe with this fine Metallic knit jumper that looks fabulous layered over this sequined mini. In our opinion you can never have too much sparkle!

By Malene Birger Metallic Knit 350, available soon to online

By Malene Birger Sequinned Skirt 580, available soon to online