6 Websites You Can Rent Clothes From Right NOW

6 Websites You Can Rent Clothes From Right NOW

Peep into your wardrobe and sift through the stacks of clothing you have in that closet. Notice that dress you bought last year from Mango, the one you promised to fit into in a month? And what about that ASOS piece, which has worked its way to the end of your cupboard without you realising it exists? Now think about the number of times you’ve uttered: “What do I wear today?”, or the moolah you’ve spent on these modish pieces. Frankly, everyone is guilty of hoarding pieces in their wardrobes they either lose interest in or maybe even forget about. And that’s why the need of the hour is fashion rental services. Because why spend on something when you can rent it out?

While the international market is huge for wardrobe rental services, with successful ventures like Rent The Runway, Lending Luxury, Girl Meets Dress, etc — in India this is still in its early days. A recent article by Tech In Asia states that as per calculations by wardrobe rental service Fly Robe, the estimated fashion rental market, including western and ethnic wear in large Indian cities, is worth US$4-5 billion.

The fact that many aspire to be clad in designer wear but fail to do so because of how exorbitantly priced they are, is reason enough for the success of this business model. Also, the desire to not repeat an outfit adds to why these affordable options are perfect for those who want to strut out of a style rut. It’s as simple as this — All you have to do is rent a garment (pay rentals for as long as you have it with you) and return it once your purpose of wearing it is solved. In case you really like the rented attire, some of these services even allow you to buy the piece at a nominal cost. While some of these services have a virtual store to rent from, there are a few that are also actually brick and mortar retail.

Looking for options to rent out an ensemble for your next big event? Scroll on to take a look at some of the wardrobe rental services available in India.

 

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1. Flyrobe

Sourcing from brands, upcoming designers, and stores that design their own merchandise, Flyrobe is a Mumbai-based fashion rental service that gives out bags, jewelry and apparel for various occasions. Launched in September 2015, it is by far the leading wardrobe rental service in the country, and features brands like FCUK, Forever New, ASOS, Mango, Quirk Box, as well as collections from designers like Samant Chauhan, Shehlaa Khan, Surendri, and more. You can rent a garment within three hours or more, for a time period of three days (for regular rentals). The rentals for western apparels start at Rs 179, and can go up to Rs 18,999 (for a designer lehenga worth over a lakh). While you need not pay a security deposit for high-street brands, you will have to pay a 20 per cent deposit for designer ones.

Sign up here.

 

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2. SwishList

You can rent outfits at SwishList by going through their online clothing catalogue and reserving an outfit you like as per your date of event. The outfit will reach your doorstep about two days prior to the occasion. You can then return the garment on the next day. SwishList does charge a security deposit equivalent to 50 per cent (or more) of the rental fee.

Sign up here.

 

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3. Wrapd

Delhi-based Wrapd initially started off as Rent A Party Dress in 2009. It is also one of the many services that actually has a physical store. All you need to do is go and check out the outfits from either their store or by browsing online. You can then give them your measurements (in case of any alteration) for the attire you have chosen. Book the outfit by paying a rental fee and a security deposit that’s up to three times that rent, and return it the day after the occasion.

Sign up here.

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4. LibeRent

With a rental period spread over three days, you can rent a garment from LibeRent with no additional security deposit whatsoever. The fashion rental service makes alterations according to the measurements you give them. What’s best is, they also allow a trial before the date of rental for an additional amount of Rs 350.

Sign up here.

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5. Klozee

Currently only available at Bangalore, this service gives out premium apparel rentals with no security deposit. With a feature called Klozee Express, the garment will reach you within three hours of booking it. It also allows you to buy an outfit if you like it, by paying its retail price.

Sign up here.

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6. The Clothing Rental

A Mumbai-based service that started in 2005, The Clothing Rental is known to be a secret destination for professionals from the glamour industry. Apart from sourcing garments from the most basic brands, this service also allows you to rent out original brands from their New York buying office. Along with an online portal, the service also has two stores (in Bandra and Versova).

Sign up here.

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