It’s been 25 years since The One with the Apothecary Desk first aired on our TV screens and Rachel stuffed Phoebe’s house with Pottery Barn purchases.
Mates won’t be going any longer, however there’s one factor that has remained fixed in all that point – our want to buy on the iconic homeware retailer and presumably personal an apothecary desk of our personal.
And it appears our want may lastly have the ability to come true, because it’s been introduced that Pottery Barn is coming to the UK.
Nevertheless, there’s a little bit of a catch…
When will Pottery Barn be out there within the UK?
The American house furnishing model, owned by Williams-Sonoma, has been a staple within the US since 1949 and goes to be making its UK debut in Autumn 2025.
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Nevertheless, at current, no bodily shops are set to open over right here, only a UK web site and it gained’t inventory the complete vary of merchandise out there in America. As a substitute, it is going to supply a curated collection of Pottery Barn furnishings, bedding, lighting and residential equipment.
Pottery Barn’s complimentary design companies may even be out there to clients in search of personalised inside design help.
This would be the first time the model has expanded into the UK market and is claimed to mark an ‘thrilling new chapter’ for the retailer.
Talking in regards to the UK launch, Williams-Sonoma, Inc, President & CEO, Laura Alber, mentioned: ‘We’re dedicated to long-term development and increasing the attain of our manufacturers the place we see significant market alternative.
‘We consider nice design and high quality craftsmanship have common enchantment and we stay up for bringing Pottery Barn’s signature aesthetic to the UK.’
And Pottery Barn President, Monica Bhargava, added: ‘Our curated assortment for the UK market celebrates Pottery Barn’s dedication to serving to clients encourage nice type for areas small and enormous which can be stunning and useful.
‘Whether or not furnishing a brand new flat, refreshing a household house, or entertaining with household and mates or considerate gifting, we’re proud to be offering the UK market with thoughtfully designed items that meet the wants of contemporary residing.’
In addition to Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma Inc additionally owns West Elm, one other homeware model which has two shops in London, in addition to Pottery Barn Youngsters which sells child furnishings, bedding and presents for teenagers and is accessible on-line and thru John Lewis.
Many individuals are already thrilled in regards to the Pottery Barn announcement, with TikTok customers hailing it as ‘one of the best information’ and a ‘dream come true’.
Many have been additionally fast to make the identical joke, with @_tearsofdough saying: ‘Omg I’m going to have my Phoebe and Ross second from Mates!’
Equally, @ch3rish commented: ‘Can’t wait to be Rachel and Ross.’ As @bullen_boi posted: ‘I would like the apothecary desk from yesteryear’ and @marinpari wrote: ‘All the way in which from White Plains, New York? Do they nonetheless do apothecary tables?’
Others claimed their bank card was ‘screaming’ over this and that they couldn’t wait to take a look at the Halloween and Christmas objects.
@lh._.13 posted: ‘You’re telling me I would truly have the ability to get Pottery Barn Christmas decor this yr!!’
And @thedisneychristmas added: ‘No cease it, it is a dream come true for us Christmas girlies.’
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