An ode to Hirons, the most underrated store in Eugene

I would be lost without you

You just have to go to the corner of Franklin Boulevard and Villard Street to find the answer to getting through college: every UO student either knows or has heard of the magical tales of Hirons. The contents of this small convenience store are life savers: anything from prescription medications, school supplies, to makeup and even costumes.

Any college student knows how much Hiron’s will be there for you in your time of need.

First, they understand you as a college student. Every quote on every mug, sock, or water bottle resonates with your lifeless soul during week 5 when midterms are in full force.

I too, want extra fries

Just by being in Hirons you may be revitalized with laughter at the humor in every small item they sell.

Their sock collection is also on point. I had never felt so connected to such an underrated piece of clothing until I visited Hirons.

I relate to all of these

You can even come to Hirons to decorate. They have loads of knick knacks and tapestries. Maybe you need some tea candles to set the mood or keep it #lit in your house. Hiron’s provides.

You can create the perfect ambiance with the large selection of candles

Or if you are into succulents they have that too. One of the first things on display when you walk through the door is the wall of cacti.

They’re a lot cuter in person

Hiron’s also holds a trove of costumes and clothing, whether you need one for Halloween or to go to that masquerade party that your one friend thought would be a great idea. Either way, you can be prepared with feather boas, hip sunglasses and, hell, maybe you will wear that horse mask everyone else despises.

It’s not weird if you don’t think about it

Or you could get an artsy mask for those of you that enjoy Phantom of the Opera

The possiblities for a costume at Hirons are endless.

Emily shows off her most fashionable outfit of the day

So what else could Hiron’s offer, if they offer all of this? School supplies. Yes, even among their array of fashionable pieces of clothing Hiron’s still provides you what you need to survive in school. And, it is cheaper than the duck store (just saying). If you are ever in fear that you don’t have a something necessary to pursue your education, beside $300 textbooks, try stopping by.

Hiron’s has anything from highlighters, to pencils, notebook, staplers and more

Don’t forget that you can also get your makeup from Hirons. Now, I’m unsure if the quality holds up to any brand at Ulta, but it’s honestly not a bad option for a one stop shop.

Emily displays the effervescent blue lip gloss you could get

And I also found this dope hat.

I found it and called it mine

So thank you Hiron’s for being a great provider for lost college students. You give us more than we deserve and we are forever grateful.

Photos by Emily Hunsinger

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