DSW opened its first store in July 1991 in Dublin, Ohio. In 1998, Value City Department Stores, Inc. purchased DSW. In December 2004, Retail Ventures, Inc. consolidated several brands. Until July 5, 2005, DSW operated as a wholly owned subsidiary of Retail Ventures, Inc. who continues to hold 60% of the outstanding shares of DSW.DSW Boat for GirlsDSW Work's ShoesLuxury Shoes from DSWGreen High