Located in the growing thrifting district of Rutland, has been in business since June of 2017. Since then, the surrounding community has welcomed the quirky thrift consignment store and its staff with open arms.
Walking into the boutique is like being transported into another era, everything inside is a recycled and authentic fashion piece.
As soon as you walk in, you smell that so-called 鈥榲intage smell鈥� 鈥� you know that smell of years and years of cared for wear. The entire ambiance of the store and its items scream dreamy nostalgia.
Lover of all things thrift and style advisor Sher Lamontagne has worked at the store for two years. Lamontagne said the community has been keen on expressing their love for their great service and their one of a kind clothing pieces.
鈥淚n Rutland here, everyone really does walk through the door. You know your people when they walk through,鈥� she said.
鈥淲e鈥檙e in the thrifting district, so there is stores kind of plunked all around us. So people that stop by are actually doing a thrift loop which is great for us.鈥�
Lamontagne describes the store as a place where people are free to express themselves and fall in love with all the different kinds of fabrics.
鈥淲e get excited about 80鈥檚 and 90鈥檚 statement pieces. We play with everything in here, we really try to buy for every single person that walks in here.鈥�
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Unlike branded 鈥榝ast fashion鈥� mall retailers, Lost Together prides itself on carrying sustainable items that are of good quality.
鈥淲e operate as a 鈥榮low fashion鈥� retailer. Meaning we find garments that are recycled and beautiful that you can wear as on-trend items or wear years down the road,鈥� said Lamontagne.
She said the core of their business comes down to playing dress-up with every customer until they find that special feel-good outfit or bold statement piece.
鈥淲e love it when people leave feeling beautiful and confident.鈥�
In need of some long-weekend outfit inspiration?
Sher Lamontagne at Lost Together has you covered with three Okanagan inspired looks for your long weekend adventures.
1. The wine & dine
1. The wine & dine
鈥� Natalia Cuevas-Huaico (@natcuevashuaico)
Did someone say winery hopping?! A trip to your local wineries is the best excuse to get a little fancy schmancy. Keep your outfit comfy and simple with a patterned and flowy silhouette, we all know it can get super hot under the Okanagan sun.
Did someone say winery hopping?! A trip to your local wineries is the best excuse to get a little fancy schmancy. Keep your outfit comfortable and simple with a patterned and flowy silhouette, we all know it can get super hot under the Okanagan sun.
2. The nighttime retro babe
2. The nighttime retro babe
鈥� Natalia Cuevas-Huaico (@natcuevashuaico)
Disclaimer! This outfit is for the fearless. Stop neglecting the bold colours and patterns in your closet and have some fun. Lost Together has a variety of statement pieces ready to be mixed and matched!
Disclaimer! This outfit is for the fearless. Stop neglecting the bold colours and patterns in your closet and have some fun. Lost Together has a variety of statement pieces ready to be mixed and matched!
3. The lazy Sunday
3. The lazy Sunday
鈥� Natalia Cuevas-Huaico (@natcuevashuaico)
Whether you鈥檙e out picking fresh fruit or you're out sipping your favorite IPA, the last thing you want is to be uncomfortable. Sunday鈥檚 should be easy, grab that basic white tee you have in your closet and pair it with your favourite jean shorts.
Whether you鈥檙e picking fresh fruit at the farmers market or you鈥檙e out and about sipping your favorite IPA, the last thing you want is to be uncomfortable. Sunday鈥檚 should be easy, grab that basic white tee you have in your closet and pair it with your favourite high-waisted jean shorts. To make things more fun, pick up a bold print button up at Lost Together to add a flair of personal style.
If you鈥檇 like to visit they are located at 301 Highway 33 #42, 琉璃神社, BC, V1X 1X8.
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