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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Aya Diab

Why your clothing rental habit is not as green as you think

Clothing rental services appear to be an environmentally ethical alternative - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

For weddings, vacations, and other significant events, a growing number of consumers are turning to clothing rental services instead of purchasing new attire.

These subscription-based platforms, frequently marketed as a sustainable alternative to fast fashion, deliver a diverse range of items – from daily wear and work outfits to dresses, handbags, and formalwear – directly to customers, who then return them for others to use.

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