Elizabeth Hurley leads Debenhams’ new Christmas campaign, infusing it with humor and style.
- The campaign offers a light-hearted escape from holiday shopping chaos.
- Iconic British celebrities add sparkle to the advertisements.
- Each scene humorously addresses common festive shopping dilemmas.
- Debenhams promotes its offerings as the easy solution for holiday shopping.
Debenhams has launched its ‘Duh, Debenhams’ Christmas campaign, featuring an ensemble of British cultural icons, including actress Elizabeth Hurley. This light-hearted campaign positions Debenhams as an antidote to the stress of holiday shopping, with its online marketplace offering a stress-free alternative to traditional shopping chaos.
The advertisement humorously captures the essence of festive shopping frenzy, encouraging viewers to ponder the convenience of online shopping from the comfort of their homes. By doing so, it subtly critiques the hustle and bustle of shopping in-store during the holiday season.
The campaign stars Elizabeth Hurley alongside model and TV host Leomie Anderson, comedian Ellie Taylor, and model/presenter Hannah Cooper-Dommett. Together, they bring a touch of humor and elegance, showcasing Debenhams’ fashion, beauty, and home collections in a world of ‘festive zen.’
Each vignette of the advertisement features our stylish icons in dreary, rainy holiday settings, addressing common shopping dilemmas with witty remarks and an elegant, obvious solution: ‘Duh, Debenhams.’ This portrayal aims to inspire shoppers to adopt a relaxed approach to holiday shopping.
The campaign is set to a modern rendition of ‘Carol of the Bells,’ adding a fresh twist to the festive classic, echoing the playful tone of the campaign. According to Dan Finley, CEO of Debenhams, the advertisement seeks to redefine the holiday shopping experience as effortlessly seamless. ‘Duh, Debenhams’ is portrayed as the ultimate solution for a hassle-free Christmas shopping experience.
Elizabeth Hurley expressed her excitement to participate in the campaign, highlighting its perfect blend of humor and celebration. She remarked that it captures the joy of the festive season, emphasizing how Debenhams facilitates finding perfect outfits and gifts for holiday gatherings.
Debenhams’ campaign cleverly delivers a stress-free shopping message with iconic British flair.
