Marks & Spencer
BARKER AND STONEHOUSE Sven Chenille Armchair Taupe
£599
+ additional colours and finishes available at Marks & Spencer
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Description
With its compact size and neat silhouette, the Sven armchair from Barker and Stonehouse makes a perfect accent chair. It's designed in a classic wing shape with angular wooden legs for a Scandinavian-inspired look. Foam cushions with a soft fibre wrap provide a comfortable sit, while a sprung back and webbed seat suspension offer flexible support.
Our Stylist Says
I love this armchair because its neutral taupe hue makes it incredibly versatile, working well in both contemporary and classic interiors. The Chenille fabric adds a soft, inviting texture that’s perfect for creating a cosy corner or accentuating a lounge area. It's ideal for interiors that lean towards muted, earthy tones, but it can also serve as a neutral anchor in more vibrant schemes. For styling tips, pair it with a textured throw or patterned cushions to add personality, and consider placing it alongside warm-toned woods or metallics for a balanced look. Its elegant yet understated silhouette makes it a practical choice that can fit seamlessly into most living spaces.
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.
