Okay friends, grab your pumpkin spice whatever because we’ve got some updates happening around here and we want you in the loop.
🍂 Fall Hours
Whyte Ave is back to being closed on Tuesdays (we love you, but one day off keeps us sane).
Sherwood Park will now be open Mondays from 10–5 (yay for more shopping time).
👜 Consignment Drop-Offs
Big change here!!!! Whyte Ave will no longer be accepting consignment drop offs. It’s not because we don’t want your stuff (we do), but our space is bursting at the seams. Sherwood Park will still be taking consignment, and we now have a shiny online booking system so you can snag a time that works for you without the back-and-forth.
📋 Stricter Guidelines (and what we do want)
We’ve tightened things up a bit to keep our racks looking curated, current, and worth the scroll. That means we’re no longer accepting:
Nygard
RW&Co
Shein
Luxury items (yep, you read that right)
Reitmans
Costco brands
Winners brands
But don’t panic! we’re still on the hunt for all the pieces that make your wardrobe chef’s kiss. For fall, we’re especially loving:
On-trend sweaters: chunky knits, half-zips, cozy neutrals, and that “I’m put together but also drinking tea in a cabin” vibe.
Wide-leg denim: especially pairs that are structured with less distressing, think polished but still relaxed.
Sneakers: timeless, neutral, and versatile (bonus points if they go with both dresses and jeans).
Tailored basics: button-downs, trousers: the kind of pieces you can mix and match a million ways.
Fall textures: corduroy, leather (or faux), and soft knits that make layering fun.
👢 Boots We’re Crushing On for Fall 2026
Because let’s be honest, fall outfits live or die by the boots. Here’s what’s trending big in secondhand and beyond:
Slouchy, pirate-chic boots with buckles and folds (they whisper “I may have sailed the high seas… but really I’m just running errands”).
Equestrian knee-highs: polished, structured, and timeless.
Loafer-boot hybrids: yep, loafers grew legs, and we’re into it.
Snakeskin & bold textures: burgundy, croc, and reptile prints that instantly level up your look.
Moto-harness boots: rebellious with just the right amount of boho flair.
Tall riding boots, rebooted: less country club, more cool-girl art show.
✨ Consigner Incentive
This one we’re excited about!!! at the end of your contract, you’ll now have the option to donate your items. If you choose to donate, we’ll:
Extend your contract a little longer
Move your items to the other location so they’re seen by even more shoppers
Why? Because we want your items to have the absolute best chance at finding a new home, and this way, more people get to love them. Win-win.
💛 The Why Behind It All
We know change can feel a little “ugh,” but every update is about keeping the store fresh, the shopping experience amazing, and helping your clothes find their second life. We’re curating with intention, following what’s trending in secondhand, and making sure The R.A.K. stays your go-to spot for pieces you’ll actually wear on repeat.
So thanks, as always, for rolling with us through the updates. You’re the best part of this whole secondhand shopping thing!
Lots of love
The RAK Team xo