About Debenhams
Throughout its store years, Debenhams enjoyed success across the UK, as well as in Ireland and Denmark. In its modern capacity as an online business, the brand still continues to specialise in women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing, household items, plus furniture.
And since it operates exclusively online, better ensure you stay up to date with the freshest Debenhams sales catalogues, product discounts, and more on Tiendeo.
The history of Debenhams
William Clark opened a clothing store in London’s West End in 1778. Specialising in fabrics, dresses, gloves, bonnets and parasols, the company got a nice boost when William Debenham invested in it in 1813. Renamed as Clark & Debenham, the brand opened its first store outside of London in 1818 – and flourished thanks to the fashions of the Victorian era.
In 1851, the company’s name changed again (to Debenham & Freebody) after Clement Freebody invested in it. The firm became Debenhams Ltd in 1905 and a public company in 1928. But although it had grown considerably by the 1980s (at one point it had over 178 stores), the company was struggling due to the oil crisis’ recession. In addition, Debenhams’ share price and revenues were dropping. In 2018, Debenhams faced its biggest loss ever, which included the closing down of up to 50 stores. However, with the onset of COVID-19 across the globe, more and more closures followed and by May 2021, all Debenham stores were closed for good.
That was when online fashion retailer Boohoo bought the Debenhams brand, transformed its retail business model, and launched a new website. Thus, even though Debenhams had to close its store doors, the brand still enjoys an energetic online presence – making it one of the longest continuously operating clothing and goods retailers in the UK.
With Debenhams’ online hub and commitment to efficient delivery, your beauty- (and fashion-, and homeware- and Christmas-…) goods are sorted.
Join the Debenhams Beauty Club to enjoy gorgeous benefits like extra points when shopping, secret customer perks, previews on forthcoming designs (from summer dresses to winter coats…) and more.
Choose your desired delivery option, keep track of your orders, and/or even upgrade to Unlimited Next Day Delivery for free delivery for a year, plus instant discounts.
And finally, whether it’s linen, clothing or fragrances you’re seeking, dont forget to catch the latest shop offers, weekly specials and product promotions on Debenhams various online brands (including Karen Millen, Craghoppers, and more).
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