You cannot shop here without people-watching. There’s always one person sniffing every candle in the home section. They’re not buying. They’re just vibing.
Then there’s the cotton sheet expert. They’re running their hand over a duvet, mumbling about thread count. You learn more about Egyptian cotton than you ever wanted. It’s accidentally educational.
And don’t forget the kids who treat the biscuit aisle like a candy store. You’ll hear, “Mum, can we get the giant box of Amaretti?” The answer is always no. But you both know it’s a lie.
The “M&S Posh” Effect
Here’s a weird fact: buying a sandwich here makes you feel 30% more sophisticated. A M&S Bootiful chicken and stuffing sandwich tastes better than any other sandwich. It’s science. Or at least, it’s marketing that works.
Same goes for the cakes. The Colin the Caterpillar cake is a legend. He has rival caterpillars now. But Colin is king. Pickle your phone battery, because the queue for the bakery counter will test your patience. Worth it for the iced fingers, though.
