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Belleville Market

A Modern Neighborhood Department Store

European-Inspired. Community-Rooted.

Easton, Pennsylvania | Founded 2023

Where curated local merchants and trusted national and international brands come together in a thoughtfully designed, multi-brand environment.

About Belleville Market

Belleville Market is a modern neighborhood department store located in Easton, Pennsylvania — reimagining the traditional department store through a distinctly European sensibility. Founded in 2023 by Derrick and Warren Clark, the 10,000-square-foot Market blends curated local merchants with trusted national and international brands under one cohesive roof.

The name “Belleville,” meaning “beautiful village,” is inspired by the historic and creatively vibrant Belleville neighborhood of Paris — a district whose layered culture and neighborhood spirit helped shape the original vision for the Market. That influence remains foundational to Belleville’s atmosphere and philosophy. From its design-forward merchandising to the daily soundtrack of French music woven into the space, the Market embraces the rhythm of a village marketplace while remaining deeply rooted in the Lehigh Valley community.

Emerging local makers are presented alongside established and globally recognized brands, creating a retail experience where discovery meets familiarity. Every merchant and product is intentionally selected to reflect a unified point of view defined by thoughtful design, elevated presentation, and hospitality-driven service.

Ongoing in-store happenings — including product demonstrations, tastings, launches, and seasonal activations — further reinforce the dynamic character of a living marketplace. More than a retail space, Belleville Market serves as a cultural anchor within downtown Easton and a renewed vision for experiential, small-format department store retail.

BELLEVILLE FOUNDERS

Derrick Clark & Warren Clark

Derrick Clark and Warren Clark are the co-founders of Belleville Market. With a combined six decades of retail experience, the Clarks began their professional journey in Austin, Texas before relocating to Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, bringing with them a deep appreciation for design-forward retail and community-centered commerce.

Prior to launching Belleville, they founded Domaci, an award-winning home store in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, recognized for its curated assortment and elevated approach to independent retail. After successfully building and selling the Domaci brand, the Clarks began envisioning a broader evolution of the department store model.

During a trip to Paris, while exploring the creatively vibrant Belleville neighborhood, the concept began to take shape. Inspired by the district’s artistic energy, layered culture, and strong sense of local identity, they saw an opportunity to reinterpret the spirit of a beautiful village marketplace within their own community.

Today, Belleville reflects that vision — a cohesive, experiential, and hospitality-driven retail environment balancing independent entrepreneurship with trusted global brands under one unified roof.

Fast Facts

Founded: 2023

Location: Easton, Pennsylvania

Square Footage: 10,000 square feet

Retail Model: Modern neighborhood department store

Merchant Mix: 75 curated local merchants alongside 100+ trusted national and international brands

Experiential Retail: Ongoing in-store demonstrations, tastings, launches, and seasonal activations

Signature Event: Belleville Street Faire (est. 2025), inspired by the outdoor markets of Europe

Website: bellevillemarket.com

WHAT MAKES BELLEVILLE DIFFERENT

A Curated Ecosystem — Not a Vendor Mall

Belleville operates as a carefully composed multi-brand environment rather than a traditional vendor market. Every merchant and brand is intentionally selected to reflect a cohesive, design-forward point of view.

Discovery and Familiarity

Guests encounter emerging local businesses alongside trusted national and international brands, creating a retail experience that feels both inspiring and accessible.

Hospitality as Foundation

A structured Guest Services approach emphasizes warmth, expertise, and attentiveness — positioning human connection at the center of the in-store experience.

Experiential by Design

Product demonstrations, tastings, launches, and seasonal activations are integrated into the retail rhythm, transforming shopping into an engaging, community-centered experience.

A Modern Interpretation of the Village Marketplace

Drawing inspiration from classic European marketplaces and traditional neighborhood department stores, Belleville redefines what small-format, multi-brand retail can look like today.

A Structured Hybrid Retail Model

Belleville combines the flexibility of independent merchants with the consistency of a department store framework. Through a curated mix of anchor, showcase, and wholesale brands, the Market maintains cohesion, quality control, and intentional merchandising — ensuring the experience feels unified rather than fragmented.

OFFICIAL BOILERPLATE

Belleville Market is a modern neighborhood department store located in Easton, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2023 by Derrick and Warren Clark, the 10,000-square-foot Market blends curated local merchants with trusted national and international brands under one thoughtfully designed roof. Through intentional curation, experiential retail, and a hospitality-driven service model, Belleville is redefining what small-format, multi-brand retail can be.

STORY ANGLES FOR MEDIA

Belleville Market is available for features and interviews related to:

The Reinvention of the Neighborhood Department Store

How a small-format, multi-brand model is reimagining the traditional department store for a new generation.

European-Inspired Retail in Small-City America

Exploring how the spirit of a Parisian neighborhood marketplace shaped a modern retail concept in Easton, Pennsylvania.

The Evolution of Brick-and-Mortar Retail

Why experiential design, hospitality-driven service, and intentional curation are reshaping physical retail.

Experiential Retail as a Community Anchor

How in-store demonstrations, tastings, and seasonal activations transform shopping into a participatory experience.c

Blending Local Entrepreneurs with Trusted Global Brands

A cohesive ecosystem balancing emerging makers with established national and international names.

Founder-Led Retail Innovation

From Austin to the Lehigh Valley, how two experienced retailers built, evolved, and redefined independent retail.

Media Contact

Warren & Derrick Clark, Co-Founders of Belleville Market

Email: press@bellevillemarket.com
Phone: (484) 212-5605

Instagram: @bellevillemarket
Facebook: @thebellevillemarket