Claire’s

Claire’s is an accessories retailer aimed primarily at girls and young women. It offers jewelry, hair accessories, cosmetics, and novelty items at affordable prices. The brand targets tweens and teens drawn to trends, color, and self-expression. Positioned in the value-to-mid segment, Claire’s stores are known for ear piercing services and frequent promotions.

I-55 to exit 243B at Hwy. 6.

Factory Stores at Batesville is an outlet mall located at 325 Lakewood Drive in Batesville, Mississippi. It sits near the northwest corner of Interstate 55 and Mississippi Highway 6, directly accessible from the Batesville exit. This location places the mall strategically for regional shoppers coming from northern Mississippi counties, as well as nearby states such as Arkansas, Tennessee, Louisiana, Missouri, and Alabama. Batesville itself is a small city in a primarily rural area, not far from larger urban centers like Memphis, about 45 minutes away. The surrounding region is not a major tourist destination but serves as a commercial hub for local residents and travelers on the interstate. The mall originally opened in 1995 as Factory Stores of Mississippi and has evolved from an L-shaped layout into a U-shaped shopping center with an expansion on the north end. This expansion includes space for community events such as job fairs, warehouse sales, and antique shows, reflecting the mall’s role as a local gathering spot beyond just retail. There have been discussions about adding amenities like a theater to enhance the mall’s offerings. The retail mix at Factory Stores at Batesville primarily includes outlet stores specializing in fashion, footwear, and denim brands. Notably, the VF Outlet store features the Lee Wrangler Clearance Center, which combines two well-known denim brands. Other tenants have included stores like It's Fashion Metro and formerly Rue 21, although some stores have closed or relocated over time. The mall focuses on affordable brand-name apparel and accessories rather than luxury or high-end brands. Services at the mall include ample parking for visitors, and food options are limited but expected to expand with new tenants. The mall’s layout and amenities are designed to accommodate shoppers traveling from a broad regional area, with events and sales adding to the shopping experience. Typical mall hours generally align with standard retail times, though specific hours may vary by store. Overall, Factory Stores at Batesville serves as a regional outlet shopping destination offering discounted fashion and footwear brands in a convenient location near a major interstate, catering mainly to local and regional shoppers rather than tourists.