Marks & Spencer launches new online store in the Gulf

Marks & Spencer have launched a new online store in the Gulf. Suzanne Plunkett / Reuters
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Marks & Spencer is now offering customers in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait a range of delivery options on selected apparel, accessories and toys.

By placing orders online at www.marksandspencerme.com , goods can be dispatched on the same day for a charge of around Dh40, depending on the weight of the items.

Next day delivery starts from Dh25, nominated day delivery from Dh30 and standard delivery of 2-5 working days costs either Dh10 and upwards - or is free when you spend Dh399. M&S have also launched a VIP Concierge ‘Try and Buy’ option exclusively for Dubai customers for, a non-refundable, Dh99. The service allows shoppers to choose items of clothing in multiple sizes and try them on at home before purchasing.

Hot-to-trot seasonal essentials include charcoal blazers and lilac shirts for him and pintuck shirts and gold plated pave diamante rings for her. Shoppers who buy online today also stand to receive a 25 per cent discount on select fragrances. Orders can be placed in English or Arabic and customers in Lebanon and Egypt will have access to the new website from March 1.

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