Mumsnet users are loving M&S clothing, beauty and fragrance

Ever since the retailer placed Emma Fox as head of buying in women’s clothing in 2022, M&S appear to have achieved their goal of turning their womenswear category around to meet modern-day styles and trends. I mean, call it a coincidence if you will, but the changes in the womenswear department at good old Marks and Spencer haven't gone unnoticed over on our Talk boards recently.

“It's fantastic. Over the last couple of years I’ve bought almost everything from there”, Mumsnet user Authorisatingarchibald shared. “I agree. Even my sons and their girlfriends, in their late twenties, are buying clothes from there [at the moment]. They’ve gone from having nothing I’d buy to having absolutely loads that I want”, fellow MNer TheFairyCaravan offered to the conversation.

ScreamingTree added: “I had this conversation with friends recently. We've all found ourselves raving about M&S clothes recently and couldn't decide if it's got more stylish or we're just getting old (late 30s/early 40s). We decided it's definitely the former.”

I've even found myself wandering into our nearby M&S store to purchase some new items recently - including this rather nice GOODMOVE coat and this very soft longline jumper. Don’t just take my word for it, though… Fellow Mumsnetters on our boards have been sharing the pieces they own or have their eyes on from M&S.

Starting with these wide-leg jeans that are made with authentic stretch denim and come in five colours as well as in petite, regular and long sizing so you’re sure to find the perfect pair for you.

M&S Collection The Wide-Leg Jeans, £35 | Buy now from M&S

Not only are these wide-leg jeans an absolute bargain, but they’re also available in five different colours - I like the medium indigo shade, personally - and come in petite, regular and long length so you’re sure to find the right fit. In fact, MNer WelshNerd has eyes on a pair, too.

Give your breasts some “boobie comfort” and invest in a new Flexifit™ lace wired full cup bra that not only looks pretty, but offers all-day comfort while giving extra support and lift.

M&S Collection Flexifit™ Lace Wired Full Cup Bra A-E, £22 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Bras! Marks bras are the comfiest! Wash well and last forever! Treat yourself to some stylish boobie comfort.” GLC789

Prepare for warmer temperatures and invest in these leather buckle footbed mules that are incredibly comfortable and very similar to Birks, but for a lot less.

M&S Collection Leather Buckle Footbed Mules, £30 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Their sandals that look a bit like Birkenstocks are really comfy and much much cheaper.” dreamingofsun

Avoid spending a fortune on your next perfume and instead choose one of M&S’s own fragrances, like the Discover Soft Iris eau de toilette that’s a bargain price of a tenner.

Discover Soft Iris Eau de Toilette, £10 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I recently bought a M&S own brand one rather than my usual Chloe as I’m trying to save money on maternity leave and think I’ll continue using it. There were a few I tried and liked too.” Archiesmum671

Who said skinnies were out of style? These Ivy skinny jeans come in seven different colours as well as petite, regular and long so you can buy different pairs for different outfits.

M&S Collection Ivy Skinny Jeans, £25 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I've recently bought my last two pairs of jeans from M&S. [I] can recommend the Ivy range if it's your style?” Geranium1984

Ensure your living space, bathroom or bedroom are gently scented around the clock with this Restore essential oil diffuser from the retailer’s Apothecary range.

Apothecary Restore 100ml Diffuser, £17 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Their “Apothecary” range smells lovely - I have a diffuser and it’s so nice. Very spa-like!” Feelingblue77

Not quite ready to give up comfort and warmth? Sail through spring with this pure cashmere crew neck jumper that comes in nine different colours and will last for years to come.

Autograph Pure Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper, £85 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Thanks to this thread you've all forced me to have another look at the M&S site and select and buy a longline cashmere jumper. Thanks a bunch, people!” adrianmolesmole

For those searching for new trousers for warmer temperatures, these cotton rich tye dyed slim fit chinos come in nine different colours as well as petite, regular and long sizing.

M&S Collection Cotton Rich Tye Dyed Slim Fit Chinos, £25 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I ordered some of their £25 tapered chinos today. I saw them in [the] store previously, and thought they looked good.” GeneCity

And last, but certainly not least, is this cotton rich ribbed midi waisted dress that comes in light cranberry or black and would be a perfect go-to during summer this year.

M&S Collection Cotton Rich Ribbed Midi Waisted Dress, £35 | Buy now from M&S

About the author

Rebecca Roberts is a writer, editor, and content marketing expert hailing from Leeds. Here at Mumsnet, she commissions, writes, and edits to bring parents content designed to make life easier. After birthing and breastfeeding two babies in two years, Rebecca knows first-hand how hard it can be to prioritise yourself when you become a mother. So, she’s on a quest to find the best beauty and fashion products that are both practical and affordable, with the help of Mumsnet user recommendations.

Beyond her role as an editor here at Mumsnet, Rebecca can be found balancing life as a working mum of two toddlers and when she’s not at her desk, you’ll likely find her at a local playgroup, in a nearby coffee shop, or walking the dog up and down country lanes.