The Best Retail Subscriptions for Female Leaders

Have you ever thought about how much money you spend on clothes? On top of the cost, have you fallen into the, “I wore this last week,” committee? I recently discovered subscriptions for your closet, and let me tell you… LIFE CHANGING. There are so many options out there, so I will list my top 5 here and explain the differences, the pros, and the cons.

  1. Rent the Runway

Pros:

  • Wide range of sizes (0-22)
  • Over 700 designers to choose from
  • New arrivals added weekly
  • Full service
  • No commitments, you can cancel anytime
  • You get to choose what you receive
  • No styling fee
  • You have the option to pause your membership
  • Rental insurance is included in your membership

Cons:

  • It is a bit more expensive than some of the other companies
  • There are not a lot of options if you like suits/blazer combinations
  • Choosing a size can be tricky. There’s no area to send measurements.

2. Stitch Fix

Pros:

  • Plus size friendly
  • Maternity options
  • Free returns
  • Discounts on purchases
  • Curated to your budget and style through a style quiz
  • Easy cancellation process

Cons:

  • Not as much freedom for choices
  • Additional styling fee
  • Prices can add up

3. Le Tote

Pros:

  • You can preview and edit items prior to delivery
  • Maternity options
  • New trends
  • Memberships start at $69 per month
  • Insurance plans available

Cons:

  • There are no tall, petite or plus sizes
  • If the items are damaged, you will be charged.
  • No unlimited returns and rentals

4. Trunk Club

Pros:

  • Personalized styling through Nordstrom
  • Freedom to review picks, prior to shipment
  • Free shipping
  • Premium brand selections
  • Professional, casual, workout, and business casual options
  • New trends
  • Option to shop by body type

Cons:

  • Less budget friendly
  • $25 styling fee

5. Infinitely Loft

Pros:

  • A wide variety of sizes for petite, tall, and maternity
  • Unlimited free shipping
  • One price for unlimited rentals
  • The option to try before you buy
  • Great for business professionals
  • Free thorough laundering process
  • Great discounts on the clothes you keep
  • User friendly website

Cons:

  • You do not have the freedom to choose the exact items you get
  • More than 3 swaps/ month becomes challenging.

There are a lot of great subscription companies to choose from. Each company has its pros and cons. I would recommend browsing the sites for your most important guidelines. If you want to have a lot of options, you may want to select a company that provides unlimited swaps. If you have a budget in mind, you may want to stick with the companies that offer more for your money.

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