Marks & Spencer
Asiatic Nova Antique Woven Rug Blue Mix
£189
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Description
Add a pop of personality to your home with this rectangular rug from Asiatic's Nova Collection. The antique-style piece is densely woven from hard-wearing pile for a warm and soft feel underfoot.
Our Stylist Says
I really like the Asiatic Nova Antique Woven Rug Blue Mix for its versatile colour palette and slightly distressed pattern, which lends an understated, vintage feel to contemporary interiors. It works particularly well in living rooms or bedrooms with neutral or muted furniture, as it adds texture and visual interest without overpowering the space. For styling, consider pairing it with natural materials like wood or linen and keep accessories simple to let the rug’s pattern stand out. Its durability makes it practical for high-traffic areas, and layering it over a plain base can create a cosy, layered look that's both stylish and functional.
Clara Reynolds
Flitch Interior Stylist
Dimensions
Dimensions can be found on Marks & Spencer's website here
About Marks & Spencer
History and Expansion
Marks and Spencer, often lovingly called "Marks and Sparks" or "M&S", has been a staple in the UK market since its founding in 1884. Over the years, the brand has seen tremendous growth, with 1,064 stores across the UK and an additional 406 locations worldwide as of 2023.
Historically, M&S was celebrated for its commitment to selling British-made goods, pioneering the "St Michael" brand in 1928 which honoured its co-founder Michael Marks.
As they grew, M&S maintained its reputation for quality, fair value, and innovative customer policies, even allowing returns with full cash refunds regardless of purchase date.
Clothing & Home Business Endeavours
In recent years, M&S has focused on modernising its Clothing & Home business, striving to offer contemporary, stylish products that resonate with their 22 million customers.
A noteworthy move was their acquisition of Jaeger in 2021, a brand that shares a founding year with M&S. Under M&S's umbrella, Jaeger remains an independent brand, renowned for its timeless elegance, and is now available on M&S's website and in select M&S stores across the UK and Ireland.
Sustainability and Innovations
Throughout its existence, Marks and Spencer has demonstrated commitment to improving customer experience and sustainability.
In the 1950s, they introduced hygiene training for canteen staff, and by the 1960s had implemented thermostatically controlled refrigerators for enhanced energy efficiency.
M&S has been at the forefront of many retail innovations, from introducing "sell by dates" in the early '70s to enhance food quality, to banning smoking in all their stores as early as 1959 due to fire hazards.
The brand's long standing dedication to quality, customer relations, and sustainability remains evident in their practices today.
