Top 10 Dresses to Rent this Holiday Season
✨✨ Hello, Sparkle Season! ✨✨
If you’re drowning in invites and wondering WHAT THE HECK WILL I WEAR?!? to a million and one events already, I’ve got you covered. Because we all know there is nothing worse than buying a $400 formal dress to wear **literally** once (and all the environmental waste creating it), I am so excited to show you my fave rentals that you can rock at your next holiday event. When I started renting my sequins and ball gowns years ago, it was an absolute game changer. You save the planet and a ton of money and, I find, you tend to be a little bolder when you know it’s a rental. One shoulder? Rainbow stripes? Sequins galore? Let’s do it. Whether you’re looking for a full on formal gown (THE STUNNERS), a tried & true classic (THE STANDARDS) or something a little left of center (THE WILD CARDS) – I’ve got everything you need to look fabulous this #SparkleSeason. Read below for RentedThriftedReal’s Top 10 Dresses to Rent this Holiday Season.
The Stunners – Dresses to Rent this Holiday Season
Now this one is an absolute stunner – a true ball gown for your upcoming formal, black tie event or New Year’s Eve. She comes in a gorgeous sapphire blue that has a satiny sheen to it. I knew I had to wear her somewhere regal, so I posed this beauty underneath the Brooklyn Bridge. This gown is not just gorgeous, she has a lot of elements that make her a well crafted dress. The illusion neckline gives the appearance of a deep plunge while still giving you support. And, if I haven’t sold you yet, know that this beauty comes with every woman’s favorite feature: POCKETS!!! 🎉🎉
Retail: $298
Rental: $0
2. Hunter Bell Lawton Long Sleeve Sequin Dress
Could this be my favorite rental EVER? There’s just something about the tone of teal in this sequined mini dress that has my heart. It’s formal and refined while still having a little unique edge. I wore it to a fall wedding in NYC, but she could be great for a birthday, NYE or even a Vegas girls’ trip. The fit is absolute perfection and allows you to wear any style of undergarments. The balloon sleeves and keyhole sleeves make it fun, but the A-line cut keeps it conservative, too. I got complimented on her all evening long!
Retail: $550
Rental: $0
3. French Connection Long Sleeve Plunging Neckline Sheer Floral Maxi Dress
I saw this one first when my friend, ELYSIA, wore it at the beautiful Boston Fairmont Copley Square. This is one of the best parts of renting your clothes – it’s a real Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants! Or, of the gorgeous rose dress, that is. She made it look so ethereal, I knew I had to take it to my upcoming trip to Arizona. What you need to know about this dress is that is UNBELIEVABLY comfortable. There is a slim rose-colored slip underneath and you simply slip the embroidered tulle dress over it. If you’re interested in looking like a million bucks while feeling like you’re only wearing a nightgown, rent this baby ASAP!
Retail: $398
Rental: $0
4. ASTR the Label Sunset Sequin Jayla Cocktail Dress
This one was on my favorites list foreverrrrrrr, but certainly needs a festive atmosphere. So when I found myself going on a blogger trip to Paris, I stashed her in my suitcase for the Palace of Versailles! She matched the gilded Hall of Mirrors like the glittering gem she is. With striations of hunter green, black and gold, she looked iconic inside the iconic Hall of Mirrors. If you want a real stunner for a fabulous upcoming event, rent her.
Retail: $228
Rental: $0
The Standards – Dresses to Rent this Holiday Season
5. Black Halo Strapless Straight Neck Ruffle Front Sheath Dress
Wanna be a ray of sunshine? Enter BLACK HALO x ARMOIRE STYLE. This classic tube dress adds a punch of sunshine yellow that made me smile for days. Add the ruffle at front an it’s a perfect, #sustainable pick-me-up we can all agree on. Always size up one in Black Halo
Retail: $365
Rental: $0
6. Veronica Beard One-Sleeve Ruffled Polka Dot Dress
If you’re looking for something truly unique, Veronica Beard has you covered. She’s got polka dots, a one-shoulder detail, ruching at the bodice and a unique brown color. Giving me modern PRETTY WOMAN AT THE POLO MATCH, you will absolutely get compliments on this one. Wear her to a wedding, New Year’s Eve or even an office holiday party. Sizing note: I usually size down in Veronica Beard, but the silk has absolutely no stretch. Consider sizing up one!
Retail: $550
Rental: $0
7. Halston One Shoulder Asymmetric-Sleeve Sheath Dress
What is more perfect for holiday time than a green dress? This festive one shoulder number from Halston would be fantastic at a December party or a cocktail Christmas gathering. Of course, you can wear it on New Year’s Eve or your birthday, too! The drape across the front is very flattering, showing off one shoulder and flattering the midsection.
Retail: $325
Rental: $0
The Wild Cards – Dresses to Rent this Holiday Season
8. One33 Social Deep V Cut-Out Waist Maxi Dress
Headed to Miami? If you’re looking to turn heads like J.LO IN THE VERSACE DRESS, this One33 dress is for you. With cutouts on the side and a deep plunge V neck, this sexy number definitely stands out. You could wear it to a destination wedding, New Year’s Eve in Vegas, or just top it with a FAUX FUR COAT if you’ll be somewhere cold. I loved wearing this one, but at 5’4” needed to pop on my five-inch VALENTINO DUPES.
Retail: $395
Rental: $0
This Gold Sequined Romper was an absolute hit with the rental community on Armoire. Reviews were 5 stars across the board! It was especially adorable on renters with a 2nd or 3rd trimester bump. Rent this number if you want something truly fun and unique. If you’re looking for more of a fitted silhouette, size down 1 or 2. You can wear it alone with a gold strappy heel, or jazz it up like I did with a white button down shirt and MY FAVORITE $4 THRIFTED HEELS.
Retail: $258
Rental: $0
10. Olivia Rubin Open Back Sequin Maxi Dress
If you’re in love with pastels and rainbows like me, you will fall madly in love with this rainbow striped sheath by British designer OLIVIA RUBIN. You will be the talk of the event with the fully sequined bodice, puff sleeves and rhinestone button closures.
Retail: $229
Rental: $0
Now Get These for 50% Off!
If you wanna try any of these rentals for your next special occasion dress, use my code for 50% OFF ANY PLAN — PLUS TWO BONUS SPOTS! That means if you sign up for Armoire Unlimited, which usually comes with 6 items, you can choose 8 pieces for your first shipment. The 4 Item Plan will give you 6 pieces in your first case and the 7 Item Plan will give you 9 pieces in your first case! Perfect for all the events you have coming up, cuz I know you need options. So rent them all and go strut at that next soiree. Happy Sparkle Season, renters!
Which one would you wear?
