The selection of B&M bargains never fails to amaze us! They offer stylish homeware at super low prices, and their latest autumn range appears to be in direct competition to John Lewis & Partners.
There's no denying that of the two, John Lewis has the upper hand when it comes to style on the high street. But there's simply no beating B&M when it comes to price.
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We've found like-for-like from both stores, can you tell which is B&M and which is John Lewis & Partners?
New Autumn/Winter 2024 B&M homeware
The geometric cushion
Add a touch of pattern with a stylish geometric print. The monochrome colourway gives both of these designs a contemporary edge. The new B&M design has the added decorative value of on-trend tassels too!
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Ideal: Diamonds Cushion, £25, John Lewis & Partners
Great deal: Boho Tassel Cushion, £5.99, B&M
Total saving; £19.01
The throw
There's no denying the quality is premium with the John Lewis design, it's a pure blend of mohair and wool. But if you are are after the look on a budget, the B&M version will do the job perfectly.
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Ideal: Avoca Heavy Diamond Wool Throw, £115, John Lewis & Partners
Great deal: Boho Tassel Throw, £9.99, B&M
Total saving; £105.01
The sheepskin
A sheepskin rug can go a long way to add a stylish touch for winter. The obvious is as a rug, as intended, the alternative is as a chic accessory draped over accent chairs and sofas.
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Ideal: Synthetic Sheepskin Rug, £25, John Lewis
Great deal: (in stores only) Faux Sheepskin Rug, £19.99, B&M
Total saving: £5.01
The lantern
These lookalike lanterns will light up any home in style. The B&M buy will leave you enough change to stock up on candles for the whole winter.
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Ideal: Culinary Concepts, £59.95, John Lewis & Partners
Great deal: Large Lantern, £12.99, B&M
Total saving: £46.96
The scented candle
Peony & Blush Suede or Cedar & Plum? Indulge in a luxury brand or scent the room sufficiently and making a HUGE saving? You decide.
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Ideal: Peony & Blush Suede Luxury Candle, £300, John Lewis
Great deal: Karina Bailey Large Candle, £9.99, B&M
Total savings: £290.01
Spring/Summer 2024 Next vs B&M range
The glam cushion
The glam Next customer will love the metallic geometric print cushion, but they'll surely love the sequins even more? Especially with a saving of £6.
Ideal (right) Geo Jacquard Studio Cushion, £12, Next
Great deal (left) Luxor Sequin cushion, £5.99, B&M
The embossed bowls
Add a touch of style to dining with either of these ethnic-inspired sets of embossed bowls. They look like they could be from the very same set. Added bonus of the B&M set (on the left), they are stack-able and you get four rather than three. Not to mention the fact they are cheaper too.
Ideal (right): Geo Dip Bowls, £10 for 3, Next
Great deal (left): Embossed Stacking Bowls, £6.99 for 4, B&M
The plush throw
Add a touch of luxe to your home with these the simple addition of a plush throw. Next knows only too well how to cater for it's glam customer, as demonstrated with this luxurious throw. B&M have a copycat design to help shoppers emulate the look for less (on the left).
Ideal (right): Ombre Velvet Quilted Throw, from £50, Next
Great deal (left): Kendall Velvet Stripe Throw, £19.99, B&M
Country style
From country-style check soft furnishings to sleek chrome tripod lamps, there's an accessory to suit every style from this new B&M range
The tripod floor lamp
A modern classic, the tripod floor lamp is a winner for adding a touch of design credibility to any room. These designs vary the most, the B&M version is in sleek chrome with a neutral shade making it feel better suited to a contemporary decor. The Next model is on-trend copper and on-trend grey – double trendy! BUT they are both offer a real style statement, only one is a saving of £60.01.
Ideal (right): Tripod Floor Lamp, £90, Next
Great deal (left): Tripod Floor Plap, £29.99, B&M
The checked cushion
Add colour and pattern to sofas and armchairs with either of these statement checked designs. The B&M cushions comes in at a featherweight price of just £7.99, which equals a saving of £14.01.
Ideal (right): Astley Check Cushion, £22, Next
Great deal (left): Tara Classic Woven Tartan Cushion, £7.99, B&M
Speaking of bargains and candles: M&S Home launches affordable candles to rival Jo Malone
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If there's one thing we love most here at Ideal Home HQ, it's finding style on a budget! And it's mission accomplished with this range.
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