Marks & Spencer
Swoon Southwark Mango Wood Coffee Table Brown
£259
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Description
This simplistically designed coffee table from Swoon sits on outward-splayed legs that create an elegant silhouette. It's carefully made in a round shape from chunky, solid mango wood that's rich with traditional graining. Situate it in front of the sofa in your living room or in your conservatory as a place for your reading material.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Swoon Southwark Mango Wood Coffee Table for its simple, natural look that lends itself well to both modern and rustic interiors. Its warm brown tone adds a cosy touch, while the understated design makes it versatile enough to work in minimalist, Scandi, or even boho-inspired spaces. Style tips include pairing it with neutral-toned sofas and adding greenery or textured accessories on top for visual interest. It's practical too-it’s sturdy and easy to adapt, providing a functional focal point that can anchor a seating area without overwhelming the room.
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.
