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Budgeting for your wardrobe is a responsible thing to do—and the best clothing rental subscriptions make it easier than ever to have the capsule pieces of your dreams. Over the years, these subscription services have redefined the concept of affordable luxury, making it a lot easier to have a closet that not only reflects your personal style but also where you can test out the latest fashion trends and mix in higher-end items without going overboard.
Instead of dropping money on big-ticket investment pieces that may only get a few wears a year out of fear of destroying them, monthly clothing rental programs give you the flexibility to wear your favorite designers for a fraction of what you would pay retail. In some cases, you can even choose to purchase the item after your rental is up for a discount. They’re also great for tapping when you need a very specific item—say a fall wedding guest dress—but don’t want to splurge on a gown you won’t be keen on wearing again.
How it works: There are four rental tiers available. Five items for $94 per month, 10 items for $104, 15 items for $149, and 20 items for $235. Laundry and repairs are included in the price. RTR also offers a one-time rental option for special occasions like a wedding for when you don’t see yourself repeating the outfit. (You can reserve your piece as far out as 60 days ahead of time, or in as little as the day before.) Per-piece rentals start at $30 and increase based on the retail price of the item—but for context, you can get a gown that would typically run you north of $800 for just over $100. A return label is included in your package so that you can easily send it back (or drop it off at a location near you) after your event.
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Avignon Crop Cardigan
Hutch Bowtie Midi-dress
Armoire
Armoire is one of several clothing rental services that have you complete a quiz to help better curate your style selections. The brands offered on Armoire have mass appeal and lower retail price tags that make the service ideal for finding more everyday, office-friendly, and casual outfits. Armoire also carries brands that are either woman-owned, like Paige, or owned by women of color, like Gravitas.
How it works: Much like the other services on this list, Armoire works off of a tiered pricing model. Choose four items each month for $79 per month, seven items for $119, or an unlimited number of swaps for $249. The second- and third-tier plans are discounted for the first month so that you can feel out the service. Cleaning is also included with all of the plans.
Lilly Pulitzer Cristiana Long-Sleeve Wrap Minidress
Rag & Bone Jacquard Denim Jacket
Gwynnie Bee
While several other clothing rental companies offer plus-size options, Gwynnie Bee has a significant selection of choices and brands that fit a broader range of body shapes and sizes—with clothing ranging from sizes 0 to 32.
How it works: Gwynnie Bee prices its subscriptions by the number of items you select. Rent one solo item for $49 or up to 10 items for $199 per month. You’re not locked into anything for the whole month so if you don’t like the piece or simply want to swap another item during the month, you can do so at any time.
Leota Crisscross-Print Kara Dress
Dex Faux Leather Overshirt in Black
Modlux
For the most streamlined rental process on this list, look no further than Modlux. For starters, you’ll find a strong roster of brands to shop, including Vince and Farm Rio. There’s a solid mix of everyday staples like jeans and cashmere sweaters, as well as dressier options like a sequin jumpsuit for occasion dressing.
How it works: This is probably one of the most budget-friendly and streamlined choices you can try. For a flat $125 per month you get an unlimited number of items each month. Items that you love and want to keep are discounted at members-only prices. If while browsing you see something that you want to add to your next haul ahead of time, you can reserve it for a small fee. Dry cleaning is also included.
Essentiel Antwerp Connie Smocked-Neck Dress
Dress the Population Sam Jumpsuit in Night Sky
Vivrelle
Consider Vivrelle the icing on the clothing-rental-service cake. The brand’s main focus is on luxury accessories that serve as the finishing touch on your new ’fits—think legacy names like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Prada, alongside cool-girl brands like Loewe and Jacquemus. The selection doesn’t just include bags; you can also shop for top-tier designer and fine jewelry too.
How it works: There are four tiers with different levels of access: Premier, Classique, Couture, and Couture+. For $45 per month (Premier), you can choose select bags or a jewelry item that retails for $1,000 or less; at $119 per month (Classique), you can choose one bag or piece of jewelry worth $4,000 or less; $219 per month (Couture) gets you a bag or jewelry of any value (including limited edition pieces); and for $309 per month (Couture+), the choice of any two items is all yours. There are discounts with each plan if you pay ahead. (Note that there is a three-month minimum subscription required—prepay for the year and you get a month free—and you can add on insurance for $18 a month.) Either way, when you weigh the retail cost of one bag, it’s kind of a steal.
Loewe Mini Gate Dual Crossbody Bag
Chanel Tweed Filigree Vanity Case
Wantable
If browsing for hours to find pieces you like makes you shudder, consider Wantable. The subscription is like having a personal shopper at your disposal who does all the work for you. It’s a try-before-you-buy model, where you keep the items you like for good instead of returning them after a few weeks.
How it works: Start by taking a quiz to determine your overall style vibe. You’ll then choose from one of Wantable’s edits that match the kinds of pieces you need in your wardrobe. There’s a Style Edit filled with everyday, work, and dressier pieces. The Active Edit has casual and workout wear. Other choices include regular Theme Edits (think Cozy-tober or a zodiac-inspired selection), a Sleep Edit and a Men’s Active Edit.
Once you choose your edit, a real-life personal stylist puts together a collection of seven pieces for you to try. Send back what you don’t want and pay for what you keep, plus a $20 stylist fee. If you decide to keep at least five things, you’ll get 20% off the entire bag. (Items in your edit will range from $50 to $100.) If you want to fill in any gaps, you can check out the Stream section of the site and choose one-off pieces to try.
Vigoss High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans in Medium Wash
Skies Are Blue Velvet Blazer
