Marks & Spencer
Laura Ashley Pussywillow Table Lamp Blue
£80
Price History
Description
This table lamp from Laura Ashley features a stunning ceramic base that brings graceful elegance to any space. The stylised pussywillow design on the base adds a traditional touch to your chosen room. A soft fabric shade creates an ambient glow.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Laura Ashley Pussywillow Table Lamp for its soft, calming blue tone and subtle texture, which add a touch of elegance without overwhelming a space. It's versatile enough to work well in both traditional and modern interiors-think cosy living rooms, bedside tables, or even in a home office setting. To style it effectively, consider pairing it with neutral or pastel décor to enhance its gentle colour, or use it as a focal point on a sideboard or console table. For a layered look, group it with other lamps or decorative objects at varying heights, and ensure the lighting is warm to create an inviting ambiance. This lamp’s understated charm makes it a practical yet stylish choice for anyone looking to add a bit of classic, country-inspired appeal to their home.
Sienna Brooks
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.
