Though the company history of Debenhams dates back to 1778, the Debenhams 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 Debenhams first department store was opened.

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Debenhams 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, Debenhams are committed to offering their customers greater value, a wider choice and excellent service across every area in which they trade.

In total, Debenhams sells over 500 international brands. Debenhams 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.