METAIRIE, La. – Clarks has opened a new footwear store in the Pottery Barn wing of Lakeside Shopping Center. The store officially opened Friday, June 26, marking another U.S. location as the nearly 200-year-old British footwear company continues its retail expansion.
Founded in 1825 in Street, Somerset, England, Clarks has grown into an international footwear company. After returning to profitability in 2025, the company announced plans to expand its retail footprint through additional full-price, outlet and specialty stores as part of its long-term growth strategy.
Clarks Grand Opening Promotions
To celebrate the grand opening, shoppers can enjoy special promotions throughout opening weekend, including:
- Buy One, Get One 30% Off Storewide
- 20% Off Entire Purchase
- The first 50 customers to make a purchase will receive a free gift
“We are excited to welcome Clarks to Lakeside Shopping Center,” said Lisa Manzella, General Manager of Lakeside Shopping Center. “Clarks is a trusted global brand with a long history of quality craftsmanship and comfort. Their addition further strengthens the diverse mix of retailers available at Lakeside, ensuring our shoppers can find everything from fashion and footwear to home furnishings and lifestyle brands all in one destination.”
The new Clarks store joins Lakeside’s mix of national and international retailers. Shopping center leadership said the addition expands the center’s retail offerings for residents and visitors throughout the region.
Clarks sells more than 40 million pairs of shoes annually and operates through more than 1,100 branded stores and franchise locations in about 80 countries.
Lakeside Shopping Center is located in Metairie and contains more than 1.2 million square feet of retail space with more than 100 stores, including Dillard’s, Macy’s and J.C. Penney. The shopping center serves the New Orleans area and the Gulf Coast region and includes retail, dining and entertainment businesses.
