Marks & Spencer
Cotswold Company Set of 2 Inglesham Spindleback Dining Chairs Natural
£350
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Description
This elegant pair of whitewashed oak chairs from the Cotswold Company will add timeless style to your dining room. Their spindleback design brings a traditional touch to any interior. Crafted from durable solid wood, these two refined seats are built to last.
Our Stylist Says
I love the feel of the Inglesham spindleback - it offers a timeless, rustic charm that works beautifully in both traditional and more relaxed contemporary interiors. Its natural wood finish brings warmth and texture, making it a versatile choice for a country-style kitchen or a pared-back scandi-inspired dining space. To style it effectively, consider pairing these chairs with a sturdy wooden or rustic table and adding cushions for extra comfort and colour. They work particularly well in casual settings, but can also add a touch of down-to-earth elegance when paired with elegant tableware and understated accessories. Overall, they’re a practical, stylish addition that balance function with a simple, natural aesthetic.
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.
