Originally published at Wisebread By Qiana Chavaia

For some women it’s not logical to run out and buy designer threads every time an event pops-up on their calendar. But, you still want to look your best.

The solution lies at your fingertips. Thanks to rapidly changing fashion trends and retailers bursting at the seams with (slightly) damaged merchandise – online shops are sprouting up almost overnight.

It’s no longer cliche’ to buy resale, it’s practical. And it’s more practical to rent that $1,000 Badgly Mischka dress at Rent the Runway for around $100 than it is to buy it.

Here are 7 occasions when you should rent clothes instead of buy:

1. Weddings

Topping the list as the number one reason not to buy clothes – someone else is getting married. Your friend’s wedding might be the perfect place to showoff the results of your new workout routine and wear a hot new designer dress to accentuate your hard work, but you should definitely rent it.

Once you’re comfortable with the idea of renting, who knows? You just may decide to rent instead of buy on your special day. Wedding dresses can run into the tens of thousands when you’ll only wear it once. Rent instead of buy and put the extra cash towards starting your new life.

2. Anniversaries and Dates

The one you love should always be a priority in your life. Anthony Robbins says, that planning surprises and doing activities you both enjoy is how you keep the spark alive in your relationship.

A surprise date is the perfect time to mix things up a bit, play with your look and give your partner a tease. Let online clothing rental boutiques help you spice up your next surprise date.

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3. Photo and Video Shoots

This is for all of you Instagram models and Youtubers. It’s not realistic to have a professional stylist arrive on-set with a full wardrobe, especially if your posts are organic.

And even if did hire a stylist, sometimes they choose looks that aren’t what you have in mind or the clothes don’t quite fit. The entire situation robs your confidence, which shows up later in your photos. Plan your own looks for your next photo op and rent your wardrobe.

4. Black Tie and Red Carpet Events

You want to look your best at black tie and red carpet events. Chances are you’ll have your picture snapped. It’s common for these events to be linked to a good cause and local celebrities and tend to catch the attention of the media.

This is definitely a time when you should rent instead of buy. Show up and look stunning and you just might impress photographers and get your moment in the spotlight.

5. Girls Night

Do women really need a special occasion to dress up and feel beautiful? Of course not!

It’s a little known fact that it is a woman’s prerogative if she wants to wear something new that makes her feel like a goddess. There’s no need for a special occasion at all. A girls night out could be reason enough!

Originally published at Wisebread