CLARKS OPENS FIRST US CLOUDSTEPPERS™ STORE AT LA PALMERA
New retail concept officially debuts Dec. 15
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (Dec. 12, 2025) — Clarks, the iconic British footwear brand known for quality and value, will officially open Cloudsteppers™ Dec. 15 at La Palmera, the first in the United States, marking the next chapter of the popular line as a standalone lifestyle brand.
Located on the mall’s main level near the food court, the 1,255-square-foot Cloudsteppers store is a bright, welcoming space inviting consumers to explore its breathable, ultra-light sneakers, easygoing sandals and apparel created to elevate everyday moments.
Loved for their signature “walk-on-air” feel, Cloudsteppers products combine lightweight comfort, dependable quality, and exceptional everyday value. Data from market research company Circana shows the brand is America’s No.1 flip-flop brand for women, with more than 25 million pairs of the iconic Breeze Sea sold globally.
Clarks carefully chose its first Cloudsteppers U.S. location after much research, noting the perfect combination of La Palmera as a premier shopping destination in the Texas Coastal Bend, and Corpus Christi as a location with 80 miles of beaches where a strong sense of community and laid-back comfort are part of everyday living.
“Launching Cloudsteppers as a standalone lifestyle concept is a major milestone for us,” said Peter Quirke, Clarks vice president of retail in the Americas. “Cloudsteppers has really grown into its own in America, and we’re excited to bring the next evolution of the brand to the U.S., giving consumers even more to enjoy with an in-life retail experience and an extended range.”
To celebrate the opening, the new store will host a Holiday Shopping Event on Dec. 19 and 20, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m., with special pricing available to all shoppers. In addition, the first 30 shoppers who sign up to attend one of the two events will receive holiday goodies, a $10 voucher when spending a minimum of $50 in-store, and an exclusive personalized tote bag with all purchases over $109. To be eligible for these additional special perks, shoppers must pre-register online beginning Monday, Dec. 15, by visiting https://bit.ly/CloudsteppersHolidayEvent.
For the first time, the brand is expanding beyond footwear, introducing casual lifestyle essentials at accessible price points starting from just $9.99. Items include soft-touch t-shirts, hoodies, caps, bags and water bottles, all designed with relaxed, easy-wear details that reflect the brand’s comfort-first aesthetic. Traditionally focused on women’s merchandise, they are also expanding into menswear in the new year with a full range of items, including men’s sandals and sneakers, t-shirts, hoodies and more.