Marks & Spencer
BARKER AND STONEHOUSE Ellis Chenille Snuggle Chair Light Cream
£899
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Description
Create a cosy spot in your living room with this snuggle chair from Barker and Stonehouse. It's designed in modern chenille fabric for a sink-in feel. Harwood feet provide a durable and contemporary style. This piece is made in the UK for lasting quality.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Ellis chenille snuggle chair’s inviting, comfortable vibe-its light cream hue makes it incredibly versatile, working well in both modern and traditional interiors. It pairs beautifully with neutral palettes but can also serve as a soft contrast within more colourful schemes. Practical styling tips include accessorising with textured cushions or a cosy throw to enhance its inviting look, while placing it near natural light maximises its fresh, airy feel. It's a great addition for creating a relaxed, welcoming space, especially in a cosy corner or as part of a small sitting area. Its understated elegance means it can be styled up with statement rugs, artwork, or plants for a tailored finish.
Evan Carter
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.
