Workout Clothes Rental – Rent the Runway For Less

Whether you’re trying to avoid that closet clutter, save time and money, or just want to try something new, workout clothes rental is the way to go. The service allows you to try out a variety of outfits for one month and send them back when you’re ready. Plus, you can switch out styles every month to keep things feeling fresh. However, the cost-per-wear can add up. And some services like Nuuly require you to choose a set of six pieces for the month and can’t accommodate swaps if the size or silhouette doesn’t fit perfectly.

The NYC start-up Routinely is essentially Rent the Runway for workout clothes, with same-day delivery to your office, apartment, hotel or studio. After a quick three-pronged quiz, including a style quiz and your clothing and shoe sizes, a customized closet is created. You can rent four or seven pieces at a time, or just buy one at a time and return it whenever you’re ready for a change.

After you select the outfit you want (which may include a sports bra, tank top, leggings and Nike Free RN sneakers) and schedule your delivery window, you receive a box that contains the clean and laundered items. When you’re done wearing them, you can drop them off at a USPS or FedEx location or leave them at a partner gym or hotel.

The best part about this is that by renting clothes you’re not only saving space in your closet and extending their life, but also slowing the fast fashion cycle that contributes to 8-10% of global carbon emissions, wastes huge amounts of water, and exploits workers worldwide. Moreover, you’re reducing the demand for new styles that are often made from less durable materials.