Marks & Spencer
YARD Chenille Velvet Eyelet Curtains Navy
£89
+ additional colours and finishes available at Marks & Spencer
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Description
Give your room an instant style upgrade with these sophisticated curtains from Yard. They're made from a heavyweight chenille velvet fabric with a cocooning drape, providing a high-quality look and feel. They hang from silver-toned eyelets for a contemporary look.
Our Stylist Says
I love these YARD chenille velvet curtains because they add a touch of understated luxury to any room. The deep navy hue is versatile and works particularly well in both modern and traditional interiors, providing a rich backdrop that complements neutral tones or patterned furnishings. The velvet finish adds texture and depth, making them a great choice for a cosy or sophisticated look. For styling tips, consider pairing them with lighter, contrasting cushions or throws to balance the richness of the fabric. They're also practical for blocking out light and insulation, making them ideal for bedrooms or living areas where you want to combine style with functionality.
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.
