Debenhams has unveiled its own advert for Christmas this year and it features an all-star cast that is led by Elizabeth Hurley.
Many of us might be excited for the holiday season, but also dread the hectic shopping experience. Which is why the retailer’s own 30-second clip mocks the festive madness that we experience every year.
Dubbed ‘Duh, Debenhams’, the light-hearted ad boldly encourages shoppers to embrace online shopping this year. Featuring a cast of four British icons, it showcases how you can beat the mad crowds and bad weather by purchasing your gifts from the comforts of your own home.
The advert features English actress and model Elizbeth Hurley lounging on a sofa in a green sparkly dress as she browses Debenhams’ online marketplace with ease. Set against the backdrop of shoppers in dreary weather, the 59 year-old cheekily quips, “Duh, Debenhams.”
The star-studded line-up is complete with TV host Leomie Anderson, comedian Ellie Taylor and model/presenter Hannah Cooper-Dommett. All of them embrace the retailer’s new tagline in response to the relatable Christmas shopping dilemma.
Set to a reimagined rendition of the classic festive tune ‘Carol of the Bells’ that incorporates the campaigns playful ‘duh’ expression, Debenhams’ Christmas spot highlights the online retailer’s marketplace that you can shop straight from the comforts of your own sofa.
We’re not the only ones taken with the online retailer’s playful ad this year, as it has already gone down a storm with shoppers on social media, as many have gushed over the playful new tagline as “iconic”.
One shopper gushed: “Duh, this is so iconic.”
Someone else praised: “This looks amazing.”
While another fan of the advert said: “Duh ! Love it”
Speaking of her role in the advert, Elizabeth Hurley says: “I’m absolutely delighted to be part of ‘Duh, Debenhams’ this Christmas, my favourite time of year! This campaign beautifully embodies the joy of the festive season, blending humour with style. There’s nothing quite like celebrating with loved ones at holiday parties, and Debenhams makes it easy to find the perfect outfits and gifts that elevate every gathering.”
Meanwhile, Debenhams CEO Dan Finley added: “Duh, Debenhams’ flips the script on festive shopping chaos and boldly establishes us as the ultimate answer for a stress-free Christmas shopping experience. Our iconic British cast delivers ‘Duh, Debenhams’ in a classic yet humorous style.
“As home to a community of c. 10k brands catering for every taste and generation, we’re reminding customers just how effortless shopping can be at Debenhams.com.”
It seems the build-up to Christmas is well and truly underway, at Debenhams is just the latest retailer to unveil its advert for this year. Aldi’s highly anticipated advert with iconic mascot Kevin the Carrot officially made its debut yesterday (November 4).
Meanwhile, M&S also dropped its highly anticipated Christmas advert with British comedian Dawn French. It’s the first of a series of six adverts that the high street retailer will be debuting for the festive season over the coming weeks.
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