In their heyday, department stores sat at the heart of our high streets - and provided a day out in their own right.
Generations across Liverpool will remember visiting a number of them through the decades, whether it be for school essentials, Christmas shopping or simply during a weekend visit to the city centre.
Customers could find everything they needed all under one roof, from beauty concessions to clothing, food and household items, but over the years, shopping habits have changed and online shopping has soared. As a result, a number of established names have left behind grand and elaborate department stores, with others finding a new lease of life or some sites still awaiting rescue.
