https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:32:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway/page/2#post-2199663 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 02:51:09 +0000 Bijou 2199663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great picks - I did not realise that RTR had items other than quite formal clothes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway/page/2#post-2199662 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 02:14:29 +0000 Roxanna 2199662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just love this idea - and I love how you know yourself well enough to know that it could be a slam dunk for you. I often look at the CPWs on my closet and think it would be cheaper to rent. Look forward to seeing how it works out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199641 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 01:01:24 +0000 Jaime 2199641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous picks - can't wait to see how they work out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199639 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:57:17 +0000 Tanya 2199639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I love all the pieces you chose.&nbsp; They are all so much fun.&nbsp; Can't wait to see them in outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199599 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 22:19:07 +0000 Style Fan 2199599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great pieces!&nbsp; The jacket is a lot of fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199562 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 19:18:15 +0000 Jonesy 2199562@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your order! Wonderful prints FTW! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199558 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:53:36 +0000 Anonymous 2199558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You found some great pieces! &nbsp;I hope they work out. &nbsp;Didn't know they rented sweats, that's -- interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199216 Mon, 31 May 2021 15:40:56 +0000 smittie 2199216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great list. Makes me want to try out the service too :-)<br /> If you do try it out, it would be great to see some of the statements you chose. </p> <p>I am a little bit like you in that I like the idea of renting statements. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199149 Mon, 31 May 2021 05:50:28 +0000 Zaeobi 2199149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds really interesting - please do report back if you do end up trying it!</p> <p>I think I'm like you with the reasonings given above - I don't particularly enjoy putting outfits together either, but I take the time to do it every Sunday anyway (for the following week) because I value my sleep more (&amp; the ability to get out of the house quickly on weekday mornings, without thinking too much) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199111 Mon, 31 May 2021 01:07:01 +0000 Jaime 2199111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your reasons make you an excellent candidate for RTR and why not try it out? I was especially intrigued by the idea of being able to try it out before you buy. I really never know if anything is a keeper until I wear it at least a full day, which is why it is a big risk for me to invest in retail items. (But, on the other hand, once I feel it works I would not want to send it back!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2199075 Sun, 30 May 2021 21:46:01 +0000 nemosmom 2199075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’ve made excellent points and it seems like a great solution for you. I hope you will let us know how it goes!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198905 Sun, 30 May 2021 04:58:19 +0000 Anonymous 2198905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have not yet tried a rental service but you have thought this out and it sounds like the right choice for you right now. You may find a favorite designer by doing this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198904 Sun, 30 May 2021 04:49:13 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2198904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a good ideafor you. Definitely worth a try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198902 Sun, 30 May 2021 04:39:03 +0000 Sal 2198902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with your reasoning - definitely worth a try!</p> <p>The NZ equivalent seems very very popular for school balls here - definitely the way to go.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198883 Sun, 30 May 2021 03:31:20 +0000 Sally 2198883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always thought if you like glamorous or statement pieces and you have a lot of occasions to wear it, it would be a really good idea.&nbsp; If I went to enough functions or events, I would definitely do this.&nbsp; Like you, I have no qualms about wearing second hand clothes.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198880 Sun, 30 May 2021 03:27:15 +0000 Sloper 2198880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your introspective analysis is very thoughtful, and interesting for me to read.</p> <p>I hear what you say about not enjoying putting outfits together.&nbsp; I don't mind visualizing outfits in my head, but the process of pulling things out and then having to put them back is a drag for me.&nbsp; I also like having the one statement piece per outfit idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198875 Sun, 30 May 2021 03:20:41 +0000 notsaf 2198875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely worth trying for all the reasons you name! Even easier: if you end up with a piece you love, you have the option to buy it rather than return it (price seems to be based on how old it is and is high but fair). I used RTR for a season or two and really enjoyed it. I ended my subscription for a few reasons (had an slight aversion to the dry cleaning smell; ended up with few pieces that were a little too tatty; did not find as much range in everyday wear as I needed; discovered I am a uniform dresser), but I learned a ton from it about my own preferences and some wonderful high end brands and think you'll really get alot out of it! Report back, please. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198873 Sun, 30 May 2021 02:58:50 +0000 Bijou 2198873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>RtR sounds perfect for you and a great way to try out different clothes and looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198871 Sun, 30 May 2021 02:09:29 +0000 rachylou 2198871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like you’re a candidate! The designer aspect of RTR makes it make a lot of sense to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198767 Sat, 29 May 2021 19:00:21 +0000 Angie 2198767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES! Go for it, and have a ball. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198764 Sat, 29 May 2021 18:57:22 +0000 Minaminu 2198764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;I'm known for having champagne taste on a lemonade budget :), so I am curious to see how the renting works! I will keep an eye on your next posts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198758 Sat, 29 May 2021 18:48:15 +0000 Irina 2198758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wanted to rent a dress for my son’s wedding. I tried some dresses but choices were very limited for a petite size. Good luck to you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198747 Sat, 29 May 2021 18:04:37 +0000 Anonymous 2198747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll be interested in hearing about your experience if you try RTR. &nbsp;I'm also considering them because they have a Badgley Mischka outfit that would be perfect for an event I'm going to -- but I sure don't want to spend $800 to buy it at retail! &nbsp;I haven't used them before, but I've always had them in the back of my mind when it comes to special occasion dressing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198745 Sat, 29 May 2021 18:00:57 +0000 Style Fan 2198745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gillian, your reasons for using RTR are very well thought out.&nbsp; I have considered trying it for special events.&nbsp; It seems to be such a great idea.&nbsp; I would definitely do it if the occasion came up.&nbsp; I look forward to hearing what your experience is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198723 Sat, 29 May 2021 17:00:05 +0000 gryffin 2198723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Gillian - I've never used RTR.&nbsp; However, it's a perfect fit for your needs.&nbsp; I do often check it out for reviews if I am considering buying a piece that they have.&nbsp; So many people post photos with their reviews and it is very helpful for sizing and seeing a piece on similar body types.&nbsp; It's honestly the honorable way to get to wear something before buying, but here you are paying for the privilege and no guilt, and it could help make your big ticket purchases a lot more successfull!!&nbsp; Best of luck!!&nbsp; I look forward to hearing your thoughts if you try it!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198713 Sat, 29 May 2021 16:39:47 +0000 Jonesy 2198713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, your plan sounds great to me! I just read an article about the booming subscriptions to RtR happening now, as people get vaccinated and return to going out. I am excited to see what you are able to rent. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198708 Sat, 29 May 2021 16:04:26 +0000 Tanya 2198708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like it may work very well for you.&nbsp; There is nothing to loose with the trial period, so I would go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198707 Sat, 29 May 2021 16:00:34 +0000 Barbara Diane 2198707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DIL 2 rents a lot of her clothes and really enjoys it. I still remember a stunning dress that she wore to a wedding. She had her hair done too and looked like a classic movie star, I don’t know what company she rents from.<br /> I am too hard to fit to try this, but I say go for it. Sounds perfect for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198705 Sat, 29 May 2021 15:47:00 +0000 slim cat 2198705@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like Rent the Runway was made for you! You will have a fun experience for sure - and please, post all the results/successes on forum.<br />I'm almost sized out of many brands and have limited budget now with work clothes as the most important investment ( I wear them on off days too - or try to mix with other pieces ). The idea of wearing high end clothes from famous designers sounds like a fun project - maybe in my other life . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/realizing-maybe-i-should-rent-the-runway#post-2198704 Sat, 29 May 2021 15:42:38 +0000 Carla 2198704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A trial offer sounds reasonable. &nbsp;Your rationale for giving it a go is sound. &nbsp;Go for it! </p>