"[2] In the words of the New Zealand Fashion Museum, "Margarita Robertson’s status as a national designer of significant cultural importance is recognised in public collections and by her inclusion in recent exhibitions, biographies and histories on New Zealand fashion.

"[3] In 2011, Robertson's creations were featured in a single-artist exhibition held at the Eastern Southland Gallery, Gore, July 28–2 September.

The bohemian counter-culture dimension of the city has left an indelible mark on her fashion sense.

Her label appeals to a broad cross-section of its inhabitants – from those who were part of that movement to young aspiring creatives, writers, artists, musicians and others, including the many students who attend University of Otago, which is located in this city.

"[2] In 2015, i-D magazine's website devoted an editorial spread to "Dunedin's Black Brigade" that highligted Robertson and a series of young local inhabitants.