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rent the runway!

happy monday, everyone. please tell me you've all heard of rent the runway! for those of you new to the game, the concept is this: pick a pretty dress (or skirt or necklace or cocktail ring) that you could never afford at retail price, rent it for four days, dazzle your friends with your cost-savvy designer duds, and return the dress after your event. they'll even deliver it in two sizes so you can be guaranteed the perfect fit!
gryphon's sequin striped set
retail: $535
rodrigo otazu's insanely chic crystal cuff
retail: $415
theory's pretty in pleats dress
retail: $450
susan hanover's sorbet necklace
retail: $220
lela rose's sparkle halter dress
retail: $1,095
janis savitt's starburst earrings
retail: $425

i love the idea — especially for those of you in the throes of wedding season! — since it's frustrating to invest in a pricey dress and find you won't wear it more than once with the same crowd (case in point: my beloved alice + olivia prom dress). yes, you could always go the forever 21 route, but wouldn't it be so much more fun to waltz in wearing giambattista valli or hervé léger? click here to find the perfect look for your next event.

26 comments:

Anonymous said...

I think it's a brilliant idea! I've never tried it, though.

Will @ Bright.Bazaar said...

This sounds like bag, borrow or steal from SATC1! So fun!

Naomi@DesignManifest said...

I love this! Perfect for attending a wedding. Off to shop :)

McKenzie said...

How have I never heard of this?? BRILLIANT! Love the Lela Rose sparkle halter!!

Maddy said...

Great idea!! Love the first sequin dress! Perfect for the parties/weddings where you know you'll probably wear the same dress again!

THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE said...

It's such a great idea! Especially for events. I might have a hard time letting go of things once everything's all said and done though :)

Hope you had a fabulous weekend!

The Neo-Traditionalist said...

Such a crazy, yet brilliant, idea. I need to keep this in mind next time I have a big event : )

xx Katie

Sherin said...

I think this is seriously such a great idea. I would definitely consider doing this for a party.

Lilacandgrey said...

it's the greatest idea ever!! I told one of my friends about it and she rented a dress for a bachelorette party in Vegas...it worked out great!!
I might rent one for an even in August :)
<3 Cara

Anonymous said...

Brilliant idea!

SabinePsynopsis said...

What a great idea. Perfect for a night out (though I surely would find it hard to say good-bye). xo

this free bird said...

I've not heard of this Rent the Runway business...I think I like it!!

annie said...

very clever idea, but i couldn't do it.
I would have the anxiety not to ruin it!
love the necklace!!

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BarelyVogue said...

i love thsi store though i never rented i will one day
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seesaw designs said...

oh wow - this is amazing! never heard of it before, but i love it. such a great idea... and cheap too.

Valerie said...

I just recently heard about this and can't get over how great the concept is! I love those starburst earrings and would love to wear those to a party this summer. Great post!

xo
Valerie

hip hip gin gin said...

Heard of this, but haven't had a chance to try it yet. Fabulous idea! I'm definitely doing this the next time I need an outfit for a black tie affair. I have a couple gowns in my closet collecting dust after one outing, so sad. This would be much better, and tons of fun!!

High-Heeled Foot in the door said...

Great idea. I've been itching to try it out.

Perhaps for a wedding I have in Sept!

I still think I would problems returning it. I think I would try holding it hostage!

Jessica @ Lavender and Lilies said...

That is the first I've heard of it. What a fun idea!

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

That Gryphon dress is SO delish!

audrey marie said...

my friend just tried it for - what else - a wedding. i can't wait to rent something so wonderfully luxe i could never purchase.

Sarah Klassen said...

This is quite a fun + great concept. It reminds me of bag, borrow, or steal -- the handbag rental service. I would love to try it out sometime :)

Hope you're having a wonderful day + a great start to the week...

xoxo

Barbara von Enger said...

Ah, the sorbet necklace is so pretty. Renting already worn garments is not something I would be keen to try, but I'm sure others don't mind. Happy Tuesday;-)

franki durbin said...

Shhhhh... don't tell everyone! Just kidding. I hope businesses like this thrive and succeed so that we have many little options like this to choose from. The "cost-per-wear" of the party dress is insane. You simply won't wear it again, so renting is IDEAL in my opinion. I can think of very few event dresses that I've ever had the opportunity to wear again.

Hazel from Hazel Loves Design said...

Love the idea, especially with dresses, we only wear them the once only most of the time anyway!!

And what a great way to be able to appreciate expensive jewelry without breaking the bank

:) Hazel

Lauren and Jennifer said...

We just found out about this today. Its amazing!!!