Marks & Spencer
Laura Ashley Shepherds Purse Sheer Voile Curtains Light Blue Mix
£22
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Description
With its sheer voile fabric, these curtains from Laura Ashley gently diffuse the light. They're made in a slot top design for a casual, country-inspired look. The pattern features birds and butterflies among a scattering of meadow flowers.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Laura Ashley Shepherds Purse sheer curtains for their delicate, light blue mix that adds a soft, airy feel to any room. These curtains work particularly well in traditional and cottage-style interiors, where their subtle pattern and gentle colour can complement floral schemes and neutral palettes. For practical styling, pair them with layered fabrics-such as heavier drapes in complementary colours-for a versatile look that allows you to control light and privacy easily. They’re ideal for letting in natural light while maintaining a sense of openness, making them a great choice for living rooms, bedrooms, or even kitchens where you want a bit of elegance without overwhelming the space.
Evan Carter
Flitch Interior Stylist
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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.
