Marks & Spencer
M&S Brushed Eyelet Blackout Temperature Smart Curtains - WDR54 - Navy, Cream,Sage,Terracotta,Dark Red,Mid Blue,Blush,Navy,Charcoal Mix,Teal
£60
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Description
Nothing pulls a room together like the perfect set of curtains. This pair is crafted from brushed fabric for an elegant drape and are easy to hang thanks to eyelet detailing. A blackout finish blocks light from outside and ensures total privacy. Not only that but these curtains are temperature smart, so their thermal lining helps keep the heat in during the winter and out during the summer. Maximum Warmth Heat Rating: Our Maximum Warmth heat rating means that this fabric is proven to show thermal performance helping you keep you warm when the weather gets chilly.
Our Stylist Says
I really like these blackouts because of their versatile fabric and smart temperature control, making them practical for year-round comfort. They work especially well in modern or contemporary interiors, thanks to their sleek finish and variety of muted tones-perfect for adding a sophisticated touch to living rooms or bedrooms. When styling, consider pairing the navy or charcoal with light or neutral walls for a clean look, or use the richer colours like terracotta and dark red to introduce warmth and depth. These curtains also provide a polished, minimal aesthetic when hung with simple hardware, and their blackout feature makes them ideal for creating cosy, sleep-friendly spaces or improving energy efficiency.
Imani Lewis
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.
