Carson Pirie Scott (former Parisian), Circle Centre, Indianapolis, Indiana. Lower level entrance, 2008. (courtesy Pat Richardson)

Carson Pirie Scott (former Parisian), Circle Centre, Indianapolis, Indiana. Upper level entrance, 2008. (courtesy Pat Richardson)

Belk (former Parisian), Phipps Plaza, Atlanta, Georgia. Exterior entrance, December 31, 2008. (photo courtesy cantnot of Grocerying)

Belk (former Parisian), Phipps Plaza, Atlanta, Georgia. Exterior entrance, December 31, 2008. (photo courtesy cantnot of Grocerying)

Note from Steve: This has been a controversial store for Belk to occupy, and I've read enough message boards to know that its existence can be a thorny subject among those with opinions about retail. I have intentionally suspended the user comments section of this post, and I will delete any and all discussion about this store and/or the Belk/Parisian merger as it relates to Atlanta, Nashville and Birmingham posted to the website. Thank you for understanding.