Marks & Spencer
V&A Pure Cotton Velvet Chikan Cushion Cream Mix
£35
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Description
Pure cotton velvet gives the Chikan cushion from the V&A a premium look and feel. It features a design from the V&A's collection of textiles and fashion depicting a young couple amid a countryside scene.
Our Stylist Says
I love this cushion for its classic charm and versatile elegance. The cream mix with chikan embroidery adds a sophisticated yet cosy touch, making it a great piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors. It works well layered on a neutral or patterned sofa to add texture, or paired with other cushions in complementary colours for a curated look. Practical styling tips include keeping the surrounding textiles simple to let the intricate embroidery stand out, and mixing it with velvet or linen cushions to create a balanced and inviting setting. It’s a versatile choice that can bring understated refinement to living rooms or bedrooms alike.
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.
