Marks & Spencer
Gallery Direct The Vinyl Collector Square Framed Art Multi
£95
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Description
The Vinyl Collector framed art from Gallery Direct is a statement choice for music-lovers. Its mixed-media design features images of vintage LPs that have been layered to create a textured effect. Bold typography and a substantial frame add the finishing touches.
Our Stylist Says
I really like this vinyl collector print for adding a playful, personalised touch to a space. It works well in a variety of interiors, from modern minimalist to eclectic schemes, where it can serve as a focal point or a quirky accent. To style it effectively, consider pairing it with other vintage or music-inspired pieces, or placing it within a gallery wall for added visual interest. For practical tips, hang it at eye level in a living room or hobby space, and try to keep surrounding accessories simple so the print remains the centre of attention. Its clean square frame makes it versatile and easy to incorporate into different colour schemes, making it a fun yet subtle statement for any music-lover’s home.
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.
