Debenham Collection

Fashion for 1956
A bolero and dress of lightweight wool georgette with all accessories from Debenham and Freebody, is a spring winner. The bolero

The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship, 1912, (1913)
The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship: Taylor, Debenham, Gran and Forde, 1913. The return of the Western Geological Party: geologists Frank Debenham and T.Griffith-Taylor

Advert for Debenham & Freebody knickers and pajama suit, 1927, London Date: 1927

Debenham and Freebody suit, 1954
A classic black suit from Debeneham and Freebody, finely tailored with black velvet collar and cuffs and made from the very best worsted barathea. Date: 1954

Royal Ascot fashions, 1951
A selection of fashionable outfits for Royal Ascot from Debenham and Freebody and Dickins and Jones. Date: 1951

Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody, 1934
A stunning hat of organdie in an elusive shade of brown ; the brim reinforced in an open lattice insertion in which golden threads mingle with the organdie. Perfect for Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Advert for Debenham & Freebody lace race wraps 1912
Selection of luxurious lace jacktets, coats and wraps for racing. 1912

Debenham & Freebody 1905
Debenham & Freebody department store, Wigmore Street, London

Forde Cooking Seal-Fry on the Blubber Stove at Cape Roberts, c1911, (1913). Artist
Forde Cooking Seal-Fry on the Blubber Stove at Cape Roberts, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Debenham and Freebody fashion catalogue
Debenham and Freebody, Washing Summer Frocks, Women's Fashion catalogue Date: circa 1930

Debenhams Advertisement
Full page advertisement for Debenham & Freebody's clothes for Little Children Date: 1928

Service Bocker outfit, Debenham & Freebody
The Service Bocker, underwear and shirt, Debenham & Freebody, fashion illustration of woman in outfit. Captioned, A clever utility garment'

Advert for Bathing Suits
An advert for the latest range of bathing suits available at Debenhams. Date: 1932

Shelter in comfort
Advert for Debenham and Freebody Department Store, promoting the latest fashion in air raid suits and coats. Date: 1940

Advert for furs from Debenham and Freebody
Advert for Debenham and Freebody Department Store, promoting their new season collection of furs. Date: 1939

Debenham and Freebody dress collection
Department store Debenham and Freebody, promoting women's dresses. Date: 1939

Autumn fashions
The department store Debenham & Freebody, promoting autumn fashions at reduced prices. Date: 1939

Advert for Debenham & Freebody, showcasing their new styles of knitted frock for the spring. Date: 1932

Two adverts from Kestos, brassieres and girdles and Debenham & Freebody beach outfit. Date: May 1940

Adverts for Women's Military and Civil Clothing WWII
Two adverts for women's clothing first from Moss Bros for the Auxiliary Territorial Service Officer's uniform made from Barathea or Whipcord, supplied read to wear

Public Sales (engraving)
604642 Public Sales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Public Sales, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the year, Debenham, Storr & Sons)

Advert for Phosferine tonic featuring the actress Cicely Debenham, appearing in Patricia at His Majesty s, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Fashion fancies of the moment from Woolland Bros
Fashion fancies of the moment from Wolland Bros, Harrods (evening wrap in ruby red georgette) and Debenham and Freebody (a bathing suit), London, 1926 Date: 1926

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1107189 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Fashion model
Debenham & Freebody. Pink organdie entirely covered with pink flowers. Crisp epaulettes, detachable ruffly cape and huge bouffant skirt. 1930s style. Artist: Anon. Date: 1931

A Silks Department, Debenham and Freebody, Wigmore Street, London (b / w photo)
5990812 A Silks Department, Debenham and Freebody, Wigmore Street, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Silks Department)

Debenham s, Shoe Department (b / w photo)
5987500 Debenham s, Shoe Department (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Debenham s, Shoe Department. Photograph lent by Parnell)

Sketch cover - Cicely Debenham in Zig-Zag, London Hippodrome
Cicely Debenham as Louana Lou of Honolulu in the revue " Zig-Zag!" at the London Hippodrome in 1917. Date: 1917

An evening trousered ensemble by Jean Patou
An evening trouser suit by Jean Patou, available from Debenham and Freebody of Wigmore Street, consisting of white satin trousers with a divided overskirt and coatee of black satin

Gillian Debenham, editor of Judy magazine
Gillian Debenham, editor of Judy, the comic magazine. 1897

Mary Quant persian lamb cutaway coat, 1965
Page from a fashion spread in The Tatler, featuring a glossy black Persian lamb cutaway coat of typical originality by Mary Quant for Debenham & Freebody

Fashion page, The Afternoon Dress and the Lampshade Skirt - a Mainbocher model at Debenham and Freebody, Wigmore Street, London, in black fancy-weave romaine with organ-pleated frills. Date: 1933

Travel by Midland for comfort advert, 1922
Going north for the holidays? Travel by Midland for comfort. Advert in The Bystander, 2nd August 1922, also with ads for Colgates shaving stick and Debenham & Freebody. Date: 1922

Advert for Debenham & Freebody little girls coats 1924
Exclusive designs of little girls Spring coats, available from the childrens outfitting department at Debenham & Freebody, Wigmore Street. Date: 1924

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens silk bags 1922
Selection of attractive and inexpensive silk clasp bags. Date: 1922

Page of Fashion adverts 1937
Two adverts from Woolands of model wearing a graceful full length Ascot dress, designed in floral organza, patterned in charming shades, petalled frill on bodice and skirt

Page of fashion adverts - October 1927
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing, for Autumn, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, October 1927

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens pyjamas 1927
Womens day and evening bags for xmas gifts. 1927

Page of womens Autumn fashion 1925
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, October 1925. Harvey Nichols, stockinette jumper suits in wool, Marshall & Snelgrove, fur coat

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens winter coats 1927
Smart whipcord fur trimmed winter coat. Date: 1927

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens lingerie 1927
The New Corslo Corset, in cotton tricot with centre busk and boning either side, all bones removable for washing, four suspenders. Date: 1927

Advert for Debenham & Freebody Ascot frocks 1914
Fashionable woman wearing sunshaded frock with parasol. 1914

Advert for Debenham & Freebody clothing sale 1929 Advert for Debenham & Freebody
Stocktaking sale for late 1920s womens clothing. 1929

Debenham and Freebodys New Premises, Wigmore Street, Cavendish Square, London, West (colour litho)
978296 Debenham and Freebodys New Premises, Wigmore Street, Cavendish Square, London, West (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Otis Elevator Company (b / w photo)
3650458 Otis Elevator Company (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otis Elevator Company)

Helmingham Hall
LLM457613 Helmingham Hall by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Helmingham Hall. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Advertisement for Paris model teagowns from Debenham & Freebody, London (colour litho)
6031031 Advertisement for Paris model teagowns from Debenham & Freebody, London (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of fashion with Debenham. From the elegant Royal Ascot fashions of 1951 to the stylish Debenham and Freebody suit of 1954, this brand has always been at the forefront of timeless style. Travel even further back to 1912, where a Second Western Party was picked up by a ship, showcasing their impeccable taste in fashion for that era. The advert for Debenham & Freebody knickers and pajama suit from 1920s exudes sophistication and comfort. Intriguingly, an Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody stole the show in 1934, adding a touch of glamour to any outfit. Meanwhile, lace race wraps advertised in 1912 demonstrate how this brand has consistently offered exquisite designs throughout its history. Delve into vintage catalogs like the iconic Debenham & Freebody fashion catalogue or explore advertisements that have captured hearts over the years. Whether it's a Service Bocker outfit or bathing suits that catch your eye, it offers something for everyone. With roots dating back to as early as 1905, this brand has stood the test of time with its commitment to quality craftsmanship and trendsetting designs. So embrace nostalgia and indulge in classic fashion with Debenhams - where style meets heritage.