I wouldn’t rent clothes from M&S – but I hope others do
With the M&S/ Hirestreet model, not only can you keep the pieces for a full 30 days, but you can also choose three different outfits at once….
M&S slashes the price on everyday essentials amid cost-of-living crisis
One analyst said the retailer’s move was likely intended as a signal to customers that it is paying attention to these cost pressures. At the same time,…
Sadiq Khan to reconsider demolition of historic M&S store following backlash
The Mayor of London will reconsider plans to demolish Marks & Spencer’s store on Oxford Street following a public backlash. City Hall officials will review the controversial…
Higher energy bills to force M&S food and clothing costs higher
Marks & Spencer clothes and food is set to become more expensive as the retailer battles increased energy costs, intensified by the war in Ukraine. Chairman Archie…
Marks & Spencer accused of ‘fudge’ after appointing joint chief executives
Marks & Spencer was accused of serving up “M&S fudge” as it appointed two co-chief executives after boss Steve Rowe announced plans to quit. Mr Rowe is…
Six of the best own-label wines under £15
I once visited a producer in Italy who sounded almost angry about an experience he’d had with an M&S wine buyer. ‘She came here, tasted everything and…
Has Marks & Spencer finally nailed its fashion formula?
This can be seen by their acquisition of Jaeger – a brand that in the 1950s and 60s was a beloved part of the British high street,…
From caterpillar cakes to coffee by courier: how 2021 changed the way we eat forever
Restaurants, food, wine and shopping: Our writers on how things changed in 2021 My year in restaurants Let’s hear it for the Brits (plus a splash of…
Lazy, soulless architecture is ruining our high streets – Historic England must act
Around the country, even more historic high streets are undergoing attack. As a letter to the Telegraph on Wednesday pointed out, a “1960s retro horror” is being…