About Jigsaw Stories

Everyone has a story to tell...our team members reveal theirs, interwoven with the Jigsaw wardrobe pieces that have defined them.

Shelley Barnes Store Manager

How it started

When my previous Regional Manager told me she was leaving to become Head of Retail at Jigsaw, I said 'my bags are packed when are we leaving?' She offered me the role to open the new boutique in Cheltenham and I haven't looked back since. I am proud to say I have now been here for three years where I hope to continue. I love it when customers come in and tell me about their Jigsaw journey, for example if they bought their first work suit with us 30 years ago. My own favourite Jigsaw piece is the sailor trousers - I actually own seven pairs in every colour we have ever done!

Something people might not know about you

I lived in Dubai for 27 years, during which time I worked for the Royal Family. It started out with teaching the children English which then grew into looking after the running of the palace, in turn working solely for “The Principal” as his Personal Assistant for 17 years. 

The best lesson you’ve learnt working in retail

Patience and working in a team environment.

What are your strengths?

I'm a strong and kind leader with a positive mindset and (I like to think) a good sense of humour!

 

Quickfire round

A holiday piece you always pack

A fedora hat.

Dream destination

Bali

Window or aisle seat

Window

Favourite time of day

Sunrise

Hosting or hibernating

Hosting

 

Favourite flower

Lillies

 

Print or colour

Colour

 

Fashion faux pas

Birkenstocks

 

Dress up or down

Dress up always

 

Guilty Pleasure

A Caramac Bar

 

The song you could listen to on repeat

Bad Dreams by Teddy Swims