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Overpriced, faulty vase
I bought a vase online recently, thinking I'd get something good. But when it arrived, I was let down - it was poorly made with bubbles and dings in the glass. Oddly enough, a family member has the same one but theirs is fine. I got in touch with customer service for a refund or discount, but they said I had to go back to the store for them to check it out first. I was not happy about that, it made me feel unimportant. So, I won't be shopping there again.
Vegan/Vegetarian Meal Deal
I popped into the shop to see if they had any Vegan or Vegetarian Meal Deals, but it turns out they don't do them anymore. The Vegetarian section of the ready meal fridge was stocked with meat products, not a veggie option in sight. It felt like I'd gone back in time before they got with the times. The good news is they now have self-service checkouts, although having only those was a nightmare for the older customers who found them tricky to use. Completely unacceptable in this day and age. I'd recommend avoiding this place for shopping if you can.
High-quality products
I recently bought some really great stuff from this shop and I have to say, I'm super impressed. They have a great selection of products, from clothes to homeware and I love everything I got. The customer service was also really good, they were very helpful.
Linen clothes
Oh my goodness, I absolutely love these clothes! They're really well made, with top-notch linen fabric and the colour is just gorgeous. Whenever I wear them, I feel like a fashion queen. They're super comfy and look so stylish. I just can't get enough of them!
Clothing items
I've been a loyal customer of this brand for a while now, and I've started to notice a drop in the quality of their own-brand products. The special appeal and uniqueness that used to make this brand stand out from others are slowly disappearing. The individualised service that was a key feature of shopping here seems to be missing in my recent visits. It's sad to see a company with such a great reputation sacrificing its values and customer service. I think it's time for the brand to review its methods and concentrate on providing the top-notch standards it was famous for.
Gluten-free meal deal purchase
As a customer with Celiac disease, my daughter and I bought a gluten-free meal deal from the store. We wanted to dine-in at the cafe so we asked for a clean table. Unfortunately, the staff were rude and spoke to us disrespectfully, making us feel unwelcome. Their behaviour made us feel like we didn't belong there, which was really upsetting. The lack of professionalism and respect from the staff has made us decide not to come back to the store in the future.
Tech device purchase
I bought a tech device from this shop recently, and it was a total disaster. They said my order was ready to collect, but when I got there, it wasn't available. I had to wait for 20 minutes at the collection point, and then they ignored me because my order reference wasn't in their system. When I tried to complain to the executive team, they thought I was my wife, even though I made the order and got all the messages on my phone. They didn't want to admit their mistake in the order system, and my account still shows the order as ready for collection. It's really frustrating and disappointing.
White shirt purchase
I recently went to this awesome store and got a really nice white shirt, but when it came to checking out, I had to deal with that annoying self-service machine and fold it up by myself! Can you believe it? I just splashed out on this shirt, and I'm the one doing all the work? And then, on top of that, I had to fork out extra for a paper bag to carry it in. I was expecting M&S to be all posh and provide me with a bag, but no such luck. It felt so tacky and not cool at all.
Clothes shopping at a store
I popped into the clothes shop back in June to have a look at some new outfits. However, once I stepped into the changing room, oh gosh, it was absolutely filthy! There was dirt and fluff scattered everywhere on the floor, ew! I didn't even feel like standing in there, let alone trying on any clothes. It's not the first time I've noticed this either, which is pretty disgusting. Hopefully, they'll start cleaning the changing rooms more frequently because it's definitely not what I would expect from a store like this. I didn't mention anything to the staff at the time, but I really do hope they up their hygiene game soon.
Damaged furniture purchase
I was really let down by the furniture I bought recently because it arrived damaged again, for the second time now. This seems to be a common problem because even the last time we splurged on nice furniture, it arrived damaged too. Even though the delivery company noticed the damage and promised to make a report, we still had to call them up to voice our concerns. It's annoying to shell out money on top-notch items only to get them in a less-than-ideal state.
Sienna Miller collection items
Oh, I was really looking forward to grabbing some pieces from the Sienna Miller collection, but when I went to order them online, they were all gone! It's really disappointing when you set your heart on something and then realise it's not an option. Sort it out, come on!
Trousers, Blouse, and Jacket
Recently, I bought a pair of trousers, a blouse, and a jacket, but sadly, they never showed up. I've been struggling to get in touch with customer service about it. I placed my order a few weeks ago and got confirmation of it being shipped, but the items never made it to me. I've been trying to contact customer service for weeks now, to no avail. There's no email to reach out to, and the website contact form isn't doing the job. I even called the help centre, but they said they'd look into it and then nothing happened. It's all been rather frustrating and disappointing – I'm starting to think this might be a bit of a scam.
Food quality and pricing
The food here is alright, but the prices are way too high. I wasn't impressed with the stuff on sale either, it all looked old-fashioned and not very nice. It seems like the people in charge don't really know what customers want these days.
Online order mix-up
I recently ordered a shirt online, but was a bit gutted when I got trousers instead. Mistakes can happen, but what really annoyed me was how long it took to get a refund. Compared to other companies, the whole process was way slower than it needed to be, which was a right pain.
Lost wallet, helpful staff
So, you know what happened? I went and lost my wallet in the shop. It was a right old disaster because all my money for sweets was in there. But then, would you believe it, this woman called Pam came along and was like a guardian angel. She helped me out and took my details. And guess what? Later on, the night cleaner found my wallet! Those two really deserve a gold star for being so kind. The service they provided was truly amazing, and it made me so happy.
Pram shopping at store
During our last trip to the store, we went with our daughter who was searching for a new pram in the baby section. The staff, particularly Kelly, were really helpful and knowledgeable about the various pram models. They guided us on what features to look out for when making a choice. It ended up being a really nice shopping trip.
Trousers falling down
I've just bought some trousers, but the hems won't stay up - so annoying! The flowers I ordered are way overdue, with terrible updates, I can't even follow what's happening. The Sparks offers have vanished, such a letdown. The only positive is the bread, but it's not even on the Sparks offers. Customer service is ignoring me completely, not cool. This loyalty scheme is a joke, more like a creepy Big Brother scheme!
Clothing
When I look back at the quality and prices from a few years ago, it's a bit disappointing to see what's happening now. The clothes I bought were definitely not worth the high price. It seems like we're going through the same thing all over again, and that's not great.
Food shopping at M&S
I go to M&S quite often for my food shopping. I like that the products are good quality and reasonably priced, so I always return there. However, I've noticed that the staff at the tills can sometimes be a bit rude, which is a shame because overall my experience is normally positive in the store. Also, I have to say that the women's clothes aren't as good as the food, as the options are often not very stylish or well-made. Lastly, my online shopping hasn't been great either, as some expensive items arrived in bad packaging.
Shoes
I recently purchased these shoes online and they are just adorable, but gosh, the delivery took forever! The website promised 3-5 days, but it felt like ages! And the courier didn't even bother keeping me updated on where my package was. It was so frustrating!
Review with most votes
Love the food section
Great store, especially the food section. I love their special juices and cookies ;) Read onBy: Lindsey Smith