EXHIBIT 23.1 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement (File No. 333-126244) of our report dated April 12, 2006, relating to the consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule of DSW Inc., appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of DSW Inc. for the year ended January 28, 2006. /s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP Columbus, Ohio April 12, 2006