Marks & Spencer
Laura Ashley Hemsley Touch Table Lamp Antique Brass
£67
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Description
A sleek metal body with brushed gold finish gives this table lamp by Laura Ashley an antique look. Its understated design is elevated by a pleated fabric shade which provides a warm, ambient glow. Adjust the light level to suit your needs with the touch controls.
Our Stylist Says
I really like this one for adding a touch of understated elegance to both traditional and contemporary interiors. Its antique brass finish brings warmth and sophistication, making it versatile for living rooms, bedrooms, or even home offices. I recommend styling it alongside soft, neutral furnishings or textured fabrics to highlight its refined look. Practical tips include pairing it with a layered lighting scheme-using it as a bedside or accent lamp-to create cosy, inviting spaces. The classic design ensures it will complement a variety of schemes, from vintage-inspired to modern minimalism, making it a reliable choice for a timeless touch.
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.
