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You no longer have to be part of the wealthy 1% to wear designer clothes, carry luxury handbags, and spritz on luxury perfume. A plethora of subscription services have emerged that allow you to enjoy the finer things in life for a fraction of the retail price.
Here are some of the best ways to enjoy luxury items without paying exorbitant prices.
Rent a runway
Rent the Runway started as a clever way to rent designer clothes for special occasions, but now the subscription service offers the opportunity to rent designer clothes, handbags, and accessories for everyday wear. Plans start at $95 per month, and allow you to browse over 10,000 designer items and have them delivered to your door.
You can keep the items for as long as you like and swap them out for new styles, or if you love the items you rent, you can even buy them at a discount.
Vivrell
Designer handbags can cost thousands of dollars, but thanks to Vivrelle, you can rent the handbag of your dreams for a lot less. This subscription service lets you rent handbags and jewelry from luxury designers like Chanel, Gucci, Dior, Fendi, and more. Subscription plans start at $45 per month.
Saint Bird
Luxury perfumes can be pricey, and there’s always the risk that you’ll tire of the scent before you finish the bottle. Subscription programs like Scentbird allow you to get a month’s supply of your chosen designer fragrance for a nominal price. A monthly subscription to Scentbird is just $16.95. Choose from over 700 designer fragrances from brands like DS & Durga, The 7 Virtues, Skylar, and Phlur.
