There is something to be said about a store that can provide a range of, literally, almost everything. From the vintage block heels that are stepping back into play to all the powder, brass, primer one may need for reloading and prepping for that first bird to fly as the sun rises on Labor Day weekend, Paul’s Mart can take care of most any need from Fall and fishing to the excitement and satisfaction of a sweet, fabulous and funky vintage find. A not-so-hidden gem, many have their reasons why they “must” visit Paul’s Mart. Ultimately when questioned everyone has the same answer… It’s the hometown family feel, friendship and camaraderie that stretches throughout generations. It’s sharing the story of the latest trophy buck to hit the Delta dirt
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A pioneer of the one-stop shop, a helping hand with a heart of gold—and twice purple— Paul Clements, made his way from Corinth to the Delta for a job at Tobe Kaplan’s specializing in men’s clothing. He met a bank teller at Cleveland State Bank, Jane Brown, a young, driven lady with servant’s soul, fell in love and set up shop creating a legacy that continues to live strong for more than three generations and 50 years …show more content…
Then began the long-lasting legacy that we know as Paul’s Mart today.
It is safe to say, that the times have changed much more than Paul’s Mart and it’s comforting to know that wholesome basic principles for a small-town shop can still guide a business to prosper. Still specializing in clothing for sizes from infants to men’s size 5x and shoes up to size 17, Paul’s Mart continues to restock and buy outerwear, as well as men’s casual wear. A go-to for Carhartt and Drake or Walls and Key. Hip boots, waders, guns, sunglasses, hats, belts, wallets, knives this list goes on.
Perhaps, the most unique and arguably special aspect inside the store, aside from Becky Sheedy, Julie Mei and Ruby Mullins, their smiling faces, warm welcome and more knowledge of the outdoors than last year’s Farmer’s Almanac, is the ever-evolving period inventory of clothing, shoes, accessories, and cookware from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The surplus inventory that Paul once purchased from the most dapper of department stores on Memphis streets, is continuously updated as the ladies find time to sort through the extensive
A pioneer of the one-stop shop, a helping hand with a heart of gold—and twice purple— Paul Clements, made his way from Corinth to the Delta for a job at Tobe Kaplan’s specializing in men’s clothing. He met a bank teller at Cleveland State Bank, Jane Brown, a young, driven lady with servant’s soul, fell in love and set up shop creating a legacy that continues to live strong for more than three generations and 50 years …show more content…
Then began the long-lasting legacy that we know as Paul’s Mart today.
It is safe to say, that the times have changed much more than Paul’s Mart and it’s comforting to know that wholesome basic principles for a small-town shop can still guide a business to prosper. Still specializing in clothing for sizes from infants to men’s size 5x and shoes up to size 17, Paul’s Mart continues to restock and buy outerwear, as well as men’s casual wear. A go-to for Carhartt and Drake or Walls and Key. Hip boots, waders, guns, sunglasses, hats, belts, wallets, knives this list goes on.
Perhaps, the most unique and arguably special aspect inside the store, aside from Becky Sheedy, Julie Mei and Ruby Mullins, their smiling faces, warm welcome and more knowledge of the outdoors than last year’s Farmer’s Almanac, is the ever-evolving period inventory of clothing, shoes, accessories, and cookware from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The surplus inventory that Paul once purchased from the most dapper of department stores on Memphis streets, is continuously updated as the ladies find time to sort through the extensive