We’ve always got one eye on the latest drops and the other on the sales – partly for work, mainly for our own homes. So when we spotted M&S's ever-popular furniture range reduced by 50 per cent, we knew it was a bargain worth sharing.
There’s more to this understated furniture range than meets the eye. At first glance, its simple silhouettes could be dismissed as purely functional. Look a little closer, and you'll spot the thoughtful details that quietly elevate it beyond the ordinary. Elegant legs and angled drawer fronts are characteristics of mid-century design. The sloped fronts on both the bedside table and sideboard provide subtle interest to an otherwise flat façade, while doubling as discreet finger pulls. The result is a minimalist look that's perfectly in keeping with the quiet luxury aesthetic.
One of our favourite interior trends of recent years, quiet luxury takes its cues from the high-end design of boutique hotels and exclusive members' clubs. Rather than relying on bold colours or decorative flourishes, it's all about carefully selecting understated pieces that feel timeless. The Hive furniture range does just that, without the designer price tag.
As practical as it is stylish, the bedside table and sideboard features generously sized drawers, offering plenty of stowing space, while the coffee and side table have curved tops which feel unconsciously joyful as research has shown 'that people implicitly associate curved forms with safety and positivity, while associating sharp angles with danger and negativity', says Ingrid Fetell Lee, author of Joyful.
If you've been thinking about refreshing more than one room, it's the perfect opportunity to create a cohesive look for less. The side table also comes in burgundy and soft green.
Other pieces in the Hive collection
With so many beautiful furniture collections on the market, it can be difficult to know where to invest. Larger pieces aren't often the easiest – or most affordable – updates to make, which is exactly why a half price discount feels like a worthwhile investment.
Once again, M&S is proving that affordable furniture doesn't have to compromise on style – we don't expect this popular collection to stay in stock for long.
