Though the company history of Debanhams dates back to 1778, the Debanhams name first appeared in 1813 as the partnership of Clark and Debenham in London's Wigmore Street. Prospering throughout the 19th century, the business grew to include a number of retail outlets all over the country as well as clothing manufacturing operations. In 1905, the business was incorporated and Debanhams first department store was opened.

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Debanhams is Britain's favourite department store. With 102 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland, a home shopping catalogue and a ground-breaking website, Debanhams are committed to offering their customers greater value, a wider choice and excellent service across every area in which they trade.

In total, Debanhams sells over 500 international brands. Debanhams are the UK's number one retailer of many international brands, including Estée Lauder, Clinique and Clarins, Meyer, Portmeirion and Viners-Oneida, Ben Sherman, Playtex and Lepel. Recently introduced brands include Kickers, Ted Baker Endurance and Morgan.