It's no secret that there are a lot of events around a wedding, whether you're showing up as a guest, a wedding party member or the VIPs themselves. Which makes it the perfect time to enlist in rental options if you aren't already taken advantage of one of these great services. Not only is it good for your wallet — allowing you access to luxury designer wear and even everyday clothing at a fraction of the cost — but it's also better for the environment.
The competition to stand out from the crowd has led companies to offer stylist services, tiered pricing, even some exclusive showroom experiences. Peer-to-peer rentals, wedding-only products, and curated collections are all available to the savvy shopper.
We’ve taken a deep dive into the clothing and accessory rental world and rounded up some of our favorites, breaking down what makes each unique and finding those perfect details to complete your wedding look.
Subscription and À La Carte Rentals
Showers. Engagement parties. Engagement photos. Bachelorette weekend. Rehearsal dinner. Wedding. After party. Brunch. Honeymoon. Who has the budget to buy something for every event, and who has the time to weed through all the endless options?
Subscription rental services are the golden ticket to looking amazing in designer fits for every event leading up to and following your wedding. Moreover, they are curated by stylists which eliminates the hassle of sorting through designs. Here are some of our favorites, each offering unique collections, price points, and member benefits.
Nuuly
Why we love it: Easiest to shop
Nuuly is one of the biggest names in the rental game, and it’s easy to see why. Their selection of designer labels is large, as is their sizing selection. Each month you can rent six pieces for $98, and can add additional pieces for $20. Nuuly boasts easy-to-shop categories for bachelorette parties and rehearsal dinners, and their shipments arrive quickly.
The Luxe Lend
Why we love it: Best gender-inclusive selections
What sets The Luxe Lend apart from other major rental companies is their selection of gender-inclusive fashions, a rarity in the market. We especially love their Wedding Edit section divided into Masc and Femme. Another plus is that Luxe Lend doesn’t require membership—pieces can be rented on their own without being tied into a monthly contract.
Haverdash
Why we love it: Best budget-friendly option
At $59/month for three pieces per box and three boxes per month, Haverdash is one of the more affordable options and a great choice if you’re a wedding guest looking for the perfect fit. Their selection of coats and velvet jumpsuits for winter weddings caught our eye.
Borrow The Ensemble
Why we love it: Best for renting one piece
The Ensemble is the sister company of Haverdash, and specializes in one-time, shorter-term rentals. Each piece is rented for 14 days, and you can extend it for an additional fee. Shop according to categories like Wedding Guest, Black Tie, and Cocktail Dresses.
Gwynnie Bee
Why we love it: Best size-inclusive options
Originally, Gwynnie Bee made its mark only carrying sizes 10-32, however they have since expanded to include all sizes. What we love most about Gwynnie Bee is their Size Advisor, an online tool helping shoppers make sure what they order will fit. Gwynnie Bee also offers customizable plans—one item for $49, all the way up to 10 items for $199. Also, rather than a monthly plan you can rent your next shipment as soon as your first return is complete.
Rent the Runway
Why we love it: Best for wedding party and bridal looks
Rent the Runway has been the juggernaut in the industry for years and by far has the largest selection of bridesmaids dresses, and wedding dresses. In addition to their two-tiered membership plans, they offer a one-time event rental service. Garments arrive a couple of days before your event, and they allow shoppers to select back-up sizes just in case.
Armoire
Why we love it: Best full-service option
Every Armoire plan offers a complimentary consultation with a personal stylist. They also offer four tiers of membership starting at $89 per month. Most notably, the Unlimited Plan, topping at $249 per month, offers six items per shipment with unlimited swaps and exchanges throughout the month.
Fashion Pass
Why we love it: Most items per month
Wedding party members rejoice—Fashion Pass has you covered for all the events leading up to and including the big day. With selections for the Bachelorette Squad, Wedding Guest, and Cocktail Party their looks are easy to browse. For $125 per month members receive two shipments of five items, perfect for those inevitable showers, bachelorette weekends, and brunches.
Peer-to-Peer Rentals
There’s nothing better than raiding your best friend’s closet. Now imagine your bestie has the most incredible designer outfits and couture gowns and is happy to let you take your pick. This is the concept behind these incredible peer-to-peer rental services. Think Air BnB for designer clothes!
By Rotation
Why we love it: Largest Peer-to-Peer Selection
Download the By Roatation App, browse the looks you need, including wedding dresses; filter by style, size, and price, and request your look directly from the owner! Rentals are priced by the day and you can arrange the duration and shipping instructions directly with the lender.
Tulerie
Why we love it: Safest community
Tulerie understands the inherent risks in borrowing and lending your designer brands, especially when it comes to your wedding. Everyone who wants to become a member of the Tulerie community first schedules a 15-minute FaceTime interview before being approved as a renter. Once you’re in, you can browse shared closets and work with the lenders to arrange a four-, 10- or 20-day rental.
OpenClosit
Why we love it: Best for honeymooners
OpenClosit’s selection of designer pieces will absolutely have you feeling like an A-List celebrity. Not only can you browse online, they also have a brick-and-mortar location in Santa Monica which offers fitting consultations. Our favorite feature is OpenClosit’s Vacation Packages—imagine someone not only packing for you, but hooking you up with celebrity-worthy outfits. For $375 they will send a curated selection of items perfect for your honeymoon.
Designer Closets
Designers and high-end retailers are getting into the rental game—some offering curated collections available to rent. We found two we love for weddings!
Vince Unfold
Why we love it: Best cohesive style
Vince designs are known for their timeless, minimalist aesthetic. The label now offers a rental service for its looks—a monthly $175 fee gets members 10 pieces per month, shipped four pieces at a time. The service offers unlimited returns and exchanges for any items that don’t fit or don’t fit the bill. While there are not many traditional wedding looks in the collection, there are beautiful neutral selections for wedding guests, wedding party, or to stun at your rehearsal dinner or honeymoon.
Nerencia
Why we love it: Best for size-inclusive designs
We cannot get over Nerencia’s exuberant, joyful plus-sized and size-inclusive formalwear, which is now available for rent! Clients may take advantage of in-person or virtual consultation to talk through the details of their order and to find the best piece for their wedding. Rental of these absolutely stunning designs are for four days and can be shipped nationally.
Tuxedos & Suits
Tuxedo rental has been a staple of prom and homecoming for years, but these companies offer an elevated product, a streamlined shopping experience, and more style options than ever before.
Generation Tux
Why we love it: Best for customizing your look
Generation Tux makes it easy to build your look virtually, order color swatches, and set up ordering options for a wedding party. We especially like the free option to try on the tux at home and make sure the fit and look are perfect—this is especially nice for people new to wearing suits and tuxedoes.
The Black Tux
Why we love it: Best help finding the perfect fit
The Black Tux offers an interactive online tool to help find the best fit for tuxedo rentals, as well as the option to try on your tux for free prior to your event. You can also set up a rental hub for your wedding party and track their progress to make sure everyone has their orders in on time. While all of the work can be done online they also have brick-and-mortar locations throughout the US.
Stitch and Tie
Why we love it: Best for wedding planning
Stitch and Tie is built for weddings. They offer curated sets for the couple who need some help from a professional eye, as well as the ability to customize suits and tuxes. Your wedding party can order from an online hub and decide individually f they want to rent or buy their suits.
The OG of suit rentals, their online portal allows you to keep tabs on all of your wedding party members. Additionally, with nationwide locations for in-person try-ons and flexible rental packages, Men’s Wearhouse makes looking sharp both convenient and affordable.
Jewelry and Accessories
You spent so long finding the perfect clothing for your wedding, let these rental services help complete the look with diamonds necklaces, designer bags, and unique accessories at a fraction of the price.
Switch
Why we love it: Most flexible membership options
You have so many looks to create surrounding your wedding, and finding the perfect accessories is easier with Switch. Four membership plans offer flexibility based on need and budget and two tiers of merchandise offer more ways to stay on budget. The CORE Collection of designer accessories are valued around $1,000, and the SELECT Collection of pieces are valued around $4,000. Gift memberships are also available and would be a great way to surprise the soonlywed in your life.
Bag Borrow Or Steal
Why we love it: Best no-commitment rentals
Commit to your spouse, not to a membership contract. Bag Borrow Or Steal offers month-long rentals of designer handbags with no commitment required. Rentals are priced individually rather than a flat rate and there’s no obligation to continue after you return the bag of your choice. But if you fall in love, purchase options are available. Standard shipping is free, however expedited shipping does carry an additional cost.
Vivrelle
Why we love it: Best for wedding accessories
Fendi. Gucci. YSL. All the best luxury brands are available to Vivrelle member and you will honestly feel like a celebrity. While they offer four membership levels, we are most intrigued by their newly launched Something Borrowed program created specifically for weddings. Four distinct packages are available, but our favorite is the For The Besties Experience where you can gift three months of memberships to groups of five, 10, or 15.
Verstolo
Why we love it: Best for fine jewelry
Your vows are forever. Diamonds don’t need to be. Verstolo offers rental services on a truly stunning collection of fine jewelry. You have the option to consult virtually and ship your selection, or visit the NYC showroom and return their pieces in person when your wedding is over. Special pricing available for multiple members of a wedding party is available and for an additional fee, a Verstolo stylist will meet local renters at their dress fitting to make sure everything is a perfect match.
Wedding-Specific Rental Services
Finding wedding-specific rentals can be a challenge, especially for gowns that may require minor adjustments. We found some really exciting companies focused on wedding rentals that don’t sacrifice style or quality.
Dare and Dazzle
Why we love it: Sustainability-minded small business
Dare and Dazzle is a sustainability-conscious bridal boutique in the Bay Area. One of the many services they offer is a selection of rental bridal gowns, all specifically designed to be temporarily altered easily. While they prefer to meet in-person, they will also happily consult online and even offer a three-day try-on option to make sure your dress is perfect. And if you fall in love? You always have the option to purchase your dress after your wedding.
Laine London
Why we love it: Largest gown rental services
Laine London is an Atlanta-based company specializing in renting designer wedding gowns at a fraction of the price. Their packages start at $1,500 and include a 7-day rental, three fitting appointments, and signature alterations. While they will ship all over the country, they do require in-person fittings to make sure everything is perfect.
Aveil
Why we love it: Best for all-inclusive wedding needs
Aveil is an online rental service specializing in all-things wedding, from accessories for the entire wedding party, to honeymoon sunhats, to veils, to white cowboy hats for a bachelorette weekend away. New items are added weekly and be sure to browse their truly beautiful handbags and jewelry. Rentals are available on a five day basis, or you may choose from three package options.
Nova Bridal
Why we love it: Best bespoke accessories
Nova Bridal is an online bridal boutique and offers rentals on all of their accessories. We especially love their delicate veils that honestly look like something from a dream. Rentals are available for 15 days, and if you fall in love you always have the option to purchase after your wedding.
Cover photo by PNW Production; photo 2 by Anastasia Nagibina; photo 3 by gdtography
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