Marks & Spencer
East End Prints Striped Sardines Rectangle Framed Art White
£75
+ additional colours and finishes available at Marks & Spencer
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Description
Brighten up your interior space with this beautiful framed art by East End Prints. It features a tiled surface with a plate of sardines in bold, contemporary colours. This rectangular piece comes in a neat wooden frame.
Our Stylist Says
I love the striped sardines print for its playful yet sophisticated vibe. It works particularly well in contemporary or coastal-inspired interiors, adding a pop of colour and a touch of whimsy. To style it effectively, consider pairing it with neutral walls and minimalist furniture to let the artwork stand out. Alternatively, it can add personality to a kitchen or breakfast nook, especially when combined with light wood or other coastal elements. Practical tips include placing it at eye level in a well-lit spot or creating a gallery wall to incorporate other art pieces for a more dynamic display. It’s a versatile piece that can brighten up both casual and more polished spaces.
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.
