--- title: "The Shoe Room — The Auburn Edition" description: "A newspaper edition of The Shoe Room: Auburn shoes, good bargains, and a few clippings from the scrapbook." url: https://theshoeroom.com/blog/newspaper --- LOCAL RETAIL · 941 OPELIKA ROADAUBURN, ALABAMA · PAGE A1 # Great name-brand shoes. _Unbelievably low prices._ We buy department-store closeouts and put them out on the size tables for up to 75% off what the mall charges. AUBURN, ALA. — BY THE SHOE ROOM STAFF · EST. 1976 ## We don’t have a warehouse in the back. What we have is on the tables. You can’t dig through a size table on your phone. Here, you walk through the checkered pillars, grab a basket by the front door, and head straight to your size. One pair of size 8s might be Frye leather boots next to Cole Haan loafers; two feet down, it’s UGGs or Sam Edelman heels. Because we buy department-store overstock and closeouts, we sell brand-new designer shoes, boots, and handbags for women and men at **up to 75% off retail**. When a pair is gone, it’s gone. Come see what’s in your size ↘ ![Long tables of shoes, designer boxes, and a shopping basket inside The Shoe Room in Auburn.](https://theshoeroom.com/assets/store-hero-800-xp70gfKw.webp) **THE VIEW FROM THE SIZE 8 TABLE.** Every pair is sorted by size—brands, colors, and styles all mixed together. Baskets are stacked by the door. IF WE HAVE ONE, IT’S ON THE TABLE.See THREE RULES, Col. 4 → OUR 1995 PHILOSOPHY (STILL TRUE TODAY) “If we sell great name-brand shoes at unbelievably low prices, we’ll stay in business forever!” UP TO**75%** **OFF DEPARTMENTSTORE PRICES** Women’s & Men’s ShoesBoots · Handbags 941 Opelika RoadAuburn, Alabama OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK → ## New here? Three rules: 1. **Take a basket.** You’ll want both hands free once you hit your aisle. 2. **Go straight to your size.** Everything is grouped by size, not by brand. 3. **Buy it when you see it.** We don’t get restocks on closeouts—if you leave it to think about it, somebody else is wearing it home. [More common questions →](https://theshoeroom.com/faq) ## On the tables WHAT WE CARRY · STOCK CHANGES EVERY WEEKSECTION A · PAGE A2 THE BOOT AISLETall leather, western stitch, and suede. ![A western boot with decorative stitching.](https://theshoeroom.com/assets/cowboy-boot-400-j-pWEcZG.webp) Western boots for rodeo and kickoff, ankle booties for class, and tall riding boots for winter. Keep an eye out for Frye, UGG, and studded leather closeouts before your size gets picked clean. WOMEN’S & MEN’S SHOESFrom Monday class to Sunday morning. ![A pair of buckled sandals.](https://theshoeroom.com/assets/birkenstock-cropped-400-CDxpGoSb.webp) Platform sneakers, leather loafers, dress heels, sandals, and men’s oxfords. Whether you’re walking the concourse or dressing for work, check your size table—and half a size up, just in case. ALONG THE WALLSHandbags, totes, and leather goods. People come in for boots and walk out with a leather tote on their arm. We carry closeout purses, crossbody bags, and clutches right alongside the shoe tables. BRANDS YOU’LL SPOT ON THE TABLES UGG FRYE COLE HAAN VERONICA BEARD SAM EDELMAN BCBG MICHAEL KORS & hundreds more.Because we buy closeouts, we never know exact styles or sizes until the boxes open. ## Around Auburn SEASON BY SEASON ON THE PLAINSSECTION A · PAGE A3 FALL SATURDAYSWalk from the tailgate to Toomer’s without blisters. Jordan-Hare ramps and packed sidewalks are no place for bad shoes. Come break in a pair of western boots or clean white sneakers before kickoff. [Read the Gameday Guide →](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/gameday) ![Vintage line drawing of a football player holding a ball.](https://theshoeroom.com/assets/football-player-outline-Cjbu96Uz.svg) WEDDINGS & FORMALS[Bring the dress with you.](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/wedding) Trying to match a bridesmaid dress, mother-of-the-bride gown, or suit? Bring the fabric in, put both shoes on, and walk the aisle before you decide. [Wedding & Formal Shoes →](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/wedding) SORORITY RECRUITMENT[Seven outfits. One budget.](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/rush) Recruitment week is hot, long, and hard on your feet. Get through every round in wedges, heels, and flats that don’t cost your whole semester budget. [The Rush Week Guide →](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/rush) PARENTS IN TOWN[Need 45 minutes of peace and quiet?](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/parents) In town for Camp War Eagle, move-in, or graduation? We have cold AC, rows of bargains, and a free parking lot right out front where you won’t get towed. [The Parents’ Pit Stop →](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/parents) CHRISTMAS SHOPPING[Know her size? Start here.](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/christmas-gifts) Boots, UGGs, and leather bags at closeout prices mean your Christmas budget goes three times as far. Here’s how to shop for her without guessing wrong. [Holiday Gift Pointers →](https://theshoeroom.com/occasions/christmas-gifts) ## From the scrapbook CLIPPED FROM THE AUBURN PLAINSMANARCHIVE · PAGE A4 Long before Instagram, we were in the back of the student paper. For decades, if you opened _The Auburn Plainsman_ between classes, you saw our ads—hand-drawn heels, clip-art borders, and real quotes from students who couldn’t bear to graduate and pay mall prices again. **Archive note:** These clippings come from our original 1990s print ads. The 1995 prices belong to 1995, though the 75%-off habit hasn’t changed. Click any clipping to read the full print ad. [![1995 Shoe Room advertisement: Ladies and Gentlemen, Fantastic Bargains, with outlined block lettering and tiny shoe illustrations.](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-1995-editable.svg)READ THE CLIPPING ↗](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-1995-editable.svg) 01 / JULY 1995 · THE ARTWORK**“Ladies and Gentlemen,Fantastic Bargains”** [![Vintage Shoe Room advertisement with shoe illustrations and an Auburn student saying they will miss the store after graduation.](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-second-editable.svg)READ THE CLIPPING ↗](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-second-editable.svg) 02 / MAY 1998 · OVERHEARD IN THE AISLES**“There’s only one reason I hate to graduate. I’ll be too far from The Shoe Room.”** [![Shoe Room bargain advertisement beside the message Stay Informed. Read The Plainsman! Historical prices are shown.](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-plainsman-editable.svg)READ THE CLIPPING ↗](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/shoeroom-plainsman-editable.svg) 03 / CAMPUS PRINT HISTORY**Shared pages with Auburn legends.** THE AUBURN SCRAPBOOK The Pat Dye clipping at the top of the page comes from the same archive collection. [Take a closer look at “Never Say Dye” ↗](https://theshoeroom.com/clippings/never-say-dye-editable.svg) ## The local directory PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN. COME DIG AROUND.CLASSIFIEDS · PAGE B1 Just down the hill from Country’s BBQ. 941 Opelika RoadAuburn, Alabama 36830 Look for the black-and-white checkered pillars between Country’s Barbecue and Genesis of Auburn. Pull right in—parking is free. [GET DIRECTIONS ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=941+Opelika+Road+Auburn+AL+36830) NOTICE · STORE HOURS Store hours Open seven days a week. - Monday–Friday: 10 AM – 7 PM - Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM - Sunday: 1 – 5 PM CALL THE COUNTER [(334) 821-5367](tel:+13348215367) Make sure you dial 5367—some old internet directories list a wrong number! Cash, Credit Cards, and Apple Pay accepted. CLASSIFIED INQUIRIES & ROUTES Common questions ## Do y’all sell online? Nope—in-store only. ## Can you check if a size or brand is on the table before I drive over? Brands, styles, and sizes change with the closeouts we receive. Call (334) 821-5367 before coming for something specific. MAKING THE DRIVE?[Coming from Montgomery (58 mi) →](https://theshoeroom.com/from/montgomery)[Coming from Columbus (34 mi) →](https://theshoeroom.com/from/columbus)[Coming from Atlanta (108 mi) →](https://theshoeroom.com/from/atlanta)