Marks & Spencer is a British multinational retailer that specializes in producing clothing, home products, and luxury food items. They also have a strong online presence and offer worldwide shipping.
Founded in 1884 by Michael Marks and Thomas Spencer in Leeds, England.
Expanded to become a chain of department stores by the 1920s
Introduced their own line of food products in the 1930s
Launched their iconic St Michael brand in the 1950s
Expanded internationally in the 1970s
Experienced financial difficulties in the late 1990s, which led to a period of restructuring and focus on core products.
Today, Marks & Spencer has over 950 stores across the world and employs more than 85,000 people.
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Marks & Spencer offer a wide range of own-brand clothing for men, women, and children. They also offer a selection of branded clothing from other designers such as Jaeger and Per Una.
Marks & Spencer sell a range of premium quality food items, including prepared meals, snacks, and luxury items such as Belgian chocolates and fine wines.
Marks & Spencer offer a range of furniture, soft furnishings, and home decor items, as well as electrical goods and personal care products.
Yes, Marks & Spencer offer worldwide shipping to a wide range of countries.
No, Marks & Spencer also sell home products and luxury food items.
Marks & Spencer have a flexible returns policy, allowing customers to return most items within 35 days of purchase for a refund or exchange.
Yes, Marks & Spencer have made a commitment to using sustainable and responsibly-sourced materials across all their product ranges.
Yes, Marks & Spencer have a 'Sparks' loyalty program which rewards customers with points for purchases, as well as offering exclusive discounts and benefits.