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Even the most ardent minimalist can grow tired of their wardrobe from time to time. A fresh purchase can temporarily assuage the desire for newness, but the best clothing rental subscriptions consistently inject energy and enthusiasm into your closet.
The appeal of renting depends on what you, the renter, hope to gain from the experience. If your 9-to-5 calls for a robust assortment of formal attire but you’d rather not spend a considerable amount on tailoring, sign up for a subscription that’s stocked with sharp blazers and pencil skirts. Or, if you’re interested in test driving a new trend or silhouette, securing a few separates you wouldn’t normally wear from a style-focused rental brand is a smart strategy.
For those who find themselves persistently on the hunt for new pieces but who might want to take it easy on their wallet (and the environment) for a bit, consider the six clothing rental subscriptions ahead. From Rent the Runway’s covetable designer collections to Tulerie’s inventive app-based experience, the world of rentals has never looked so good.
Vogue’s Guide to the Best Clothing Rental Services:
- Nuuly: starting at $98 per month
- Armoire: starting at $89 per month
- Rent the Runway: starting at $94 per month
- Vivrelle: starting at $45 per month
- Tulerie: free to join
- Switch: starting at $55 per month
Rent the Runway
Forget everything you thought you knew about Rent the Runway—the program has completely changed over the years. While it originally launched with a focus on evening wear, they now offer a diverse assortment of pieces. You’ll also be delightfully surprised at all of the new labels being added every week. Some of our favorites include Anna October, Ulla Johnson, and Tibi.
How it works: There are three memberships to choose from. The first Limited Closet Access plan allows you to rent five items at a time for $99 a month and one shipment per month. The second Full Closet Access tier allows you to rent five items a month and one shipment per month at $103 for the first month and $129 per month for all following months. The third Full Closet Access tier allows you to rent 10 items a month (five items a time, two shipments per month) at $107 for the first month and $164 for all following months. Returns are made easy with pre-paid shipping and reusable garment bags for all tier levels.
Nuuly
Want to rent items from Anthropologie, Free People, and Madewell? Add Nuuly to your list. Subscribers are especially in love with the rental website’s wear-everywhere dresses right now. “We bring in new inventory every day and are constantly sourcing new brands via trade shows, Instagram, or even customer referrals,” says Dave Hayne, CTO of URBN and President of Nuuly.
How it works: Each subscription allows renters to borrow six items at a time for $98 a month. Be sure to take full advantage of the website’s features as you browse. “Our algorithm will get to know what you like and re-sort the product you see accordingly, but it gets smarter the more actions you take,” adds Hayne. Don’t worry about shipping or cleaning, because it’s all included in the membership.
Armoire
Those looking for help from a personal stylist will enjoy Armoire. After taking a style quiz, Armoire uses professional stylists and an algorithm to curate a custom closet for users.
How it works: There are three plans to choose from: four items for $89, seven for $129 ($99 for the first month), or an unlimited number of items for $249 per month ($149 for the first month). If you decide to keep any clothes for longer than a month, don’t worry because any unused cases are rolled over. That way, you’ll never pay for extra cases you don’t receive. The best part: All membership tiers include free shipping both ways and can be paused or canceled at any time.
Vivrelle
If you’re a fan of rotating your handbag often, then Vivrelle will be a go-to resource. Jewelry lovers will also appreciate this rental service because it offers coveted designs from Cartier and Van Cleef Arpels.
How it works: There are four membership options to choose from with no required return dates for the items that you decide to rent. The first is called Premier and costs $45 per month. It gives you access to jewelry up to $1,000 and select bags. Classique is $119 and gives you access to one piece of jewelry or bag a month that has a retail value of $4,000 or less. Then there’s the mid-tier Couture offering for $219 a month. It also allows renters to select one piece of jewelry, bag, or one of the limited-edition items. The third option is the Couture+ level, which costs $309 a month. Members in that program will get two items per month: one from the Classique collection and another from Couture.
Tulerie
While most rental services curate a collection of items to loan out to customers, Tulerie stands out because the platform enables users to rent directly from other users. It’s like borrowing from your friends, but even better. “We took a very old concept, modernized it, and expanded the friend group to borrow from,” says Tulerie founder and CEO Violet Gross. The peer-to-peer rental service means you can find something new to wear through the app or lend out pieces from your own wardrobe. There’s also a resell option for lenders who are ready to part ways with their pre-loved items.
How it works: There’s no need to make a subscription commitment here. After an initial FaceTime interview, members can shop the closets of other users. Each item has its own special price with the option to be rented for four, 10, or 20 days. Tulerie automatically generates shipping labels so that borrowers or lenders don’t have to worry about that part of the rental process. It’s also free for lenders to join.
Switch
For an accessory overhaul, look to Switch to rent designer jewelry and bags spanning seasons and styles. You can try out everything from vintage Chanel to the latest styles from Bottega Veneta, plus jewelry and watches from Bvlgari, Hermès, and Cartier.
How it works: Choose from one of four membership plans. The basic memberships include Core 1 ($65/month for one Core piece at a time) and Core 3 ($135/month for three Core pieces). For premium picks, you have Select, which gives you access to more coveted styles and costs $195 per month for one Select piece; Select+ costs $295 per month and lets you rent one Select and three Core pieces at a time. Core pieces have an average retail value of $1,000 while Select items are worth $4,000 on average. Pieces arrive at your doorstep in two days and you can keep them for as long or as little as you want with an active membership.
