There are 19 photos for you to enjoy and we hope they bring back loads of memories.
Did you love to browse round the Curiosity Shop or take a look at the Hobby Shop?
Did you grab a bargain in Buyproducts or Markdown, or buy a suit in Burtons?
Take a look through our archive selection and re-live the memories.
1. Clarks and more at Caxtons
A 1986 view of Caxtons, a big favourite in King Street - but did you buy your shoes there? Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Have a look in Wardales
Another scene from Frederick Street. This one goes back to 1985. Photo: Shields Gazette
3. Wades in the picture
'Unbeatable' prices at Wades in 1986. Photo: Shields Gazette
4. Burtons in Jarrow
You could look the business with the latest in men's fashions from Burtons. Here it is in Jarrow in 1985. Photo: Shields Gazette