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    Jenners
    Retail

    Jenners

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    "Scotland's Oldest Independent Department Store"

    Founded 1839 Edinburgh, Scotland
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    For over a century, the name Jenners was synonymous with Princes Street in Edinburgh. Founded in 1839 by the Jenners family, this department store became a cornerstone of Scottish retail culture. It offered everything from high-street fashion to premium homeware, maintaining a reputation for quality that attracted both locals and tourists.

    The store operated as an independent business until 2005 when it was acquired by the House of Fraser group. This acquisition ended its status as Scotland's oldest independent retailer, though the brand continued to function under its historic banner for another fifteen years before eventually ceasing operations as a distinct entity.

    Products & Sub-brands

    ClothingFootwearHomewareBeauty ProductsGifts

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Jenners still in business?
    No, the historic Edinburgh department store is no longer operating as an independent entity. It was acquired by House of Fraser in 2005 and eventually closed or rebranded after losing its independent status.
    Who owns the Jenners brand today?
    The original retail brand is defunct. The name 'Jenner' is now primarily associated with the Kardashian-Jenner family and their various business ventures like Kylie Cosmetics and Skims.
    What is the difference between Jenners and House of Fraser?
    Jenners was a historic, independent Scottish department store founded in 1839. House of Fraser is a larger UK retail group that acquired Jenners in 2005, absorbing it into their corporate structure.
    Did Kylie Jenner own a store called Jenners?
    No, Kylie Jenner does not own a store called Jenners. She owns beauty and fashion brands like Kylie Cosmetics and Khy. The similarity in names is coincidental between the celebrity family and the former Scottish retailer.
    Where was the original Jenners store located?
    The original and flagship Jenners store was located on Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland, where it served as a central hub for shopping for over 150 years before its closure.

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    department storeEdinburghScottish retailPrinces StreetHouse of Fraserdefunct

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    Company Info

    Founded
    1839
    Founder
    The Jenners Family
    Headquarters
    Edinburgh, Scotland
    Industry
    Retail
    Parent Company
    House of Fraser (formerly)
    Acquired By
    House of Fraser
    Acquisition Year
    2005
    Location
    Princes Street, Edinburgh
    Status
    Defunct

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