It’s our favorite time of the year — Rental Rewind is here! Before you start popping the bubbly and ringing in another 365 days of great outfits, let’s take a look at all the head-turning rentals that defined 2022 in the RTR community.
First things first: we crunched some numbers, and they’re pretty major. On average, RTR members rented approximately
$39,219
worth in designer clothing and accessories in 2022. That’s approximately equivalent to the cost of:
Some of the most stylish RTR members among us went waaaaay above average.
NAME: Chandra F (@__fashionblylate)
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
RENTING SINCE: September 2019
TOTAL VALUE RENTED IN 2022:
$103,454
NAME: Taylor R. (@buttonista)
LOCATION: Saratoga Springs, NY
RENTING SINCE: July 2018
TOTAL VALUE RENTED IN 2022:
$105,475
NAME: Erika (@chapters_of_erika)
LOCATION: Atlanta, GA
RENTING SINCE: February 2014
TOTAL VALUE RENTED IN 2022:
$126,502
AMERICA’S FAVORITE RENTALS
From coast to coast, renters turned heads in their favorite designer styles. Here are the top-rented styles in major cities across the country.
NEW YORK, NY Sweet Baby Jamie Tan Floral Pleated Skirt | WASHINGTON, D.C. Jason Wu Collective Navy Overlay Sheath | MIAMI, FL Alexis Nakkita Dress | DALLAS, TX Something Navy Floral Ruffle Blouse | CHICAGO, IL Marissa Webb Collective Faux Leather Shirtdress | LOS ANGELES, CA A.L.C. Elle Dress | SEATTLE, WA Sandro Kurt Daisy Jacquard Sweater | PHOENIX, AZ L.K. Bennett Rebecca Sheath | CHARLESTON, NC Hunter Bell Printed Clayton Maxi | NASHVILLE, TN Derek Lam Collective Leaf Twist Front Dress | ATLANTA, GA Derek Lam Collective Leaf Twist Front Dress
YOU FOLLOWED YOUR HEART(S)
Based on the 656,213 heart lists created in 2022, weddings, work and summer were the top occasions to rent. But some of you were heart-ing for far more interesting plans.
*These are real heart lists made by real renters in 2022. Names have been changed to avoid unintentionally ruining friendships.
IT’S NOT A POPULARITY CONTEST…
But what if it was? Out of the thousands of rentals (and 800+ designers!) the RTR community wore in 2022, a few names and styles stood out among the rest.
TOP SEARCHED DESIGNERS OF 2022
TOP-RENTED STYLES OF 2022
MOST-RENTED COLOR OF 2022
TOP TRENDS OF 2022
THE RTR COMMUNITY TRIED NEW THINGS
And looked good doing it. We have 20,325+ tagged Instagram photos worth of proof! We love seeing how you get dressed with RTR, so keep ‘em coming.
AND HELPED OTHERS FIND GREAT FITS
A staggering 209,592 detailed reviews (and counting!) were written in 2022. With the help of inside tips and size advice from real renters like you — plus, our new personalized fit tags — it’s easy for new and seasoned renters alike to find a great fit.
ALL WHILE CONTRIBUTING TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE OF FASHION
169
Tons of plastic recycled through our partner Trex, who creates wood-alternative building and decking materials.
51,533
Pounds of clothing, accessories and reusable packaging recycled through our partner organizations.
100%
Of carbon emissions offset on shipments to and from customers starting in February of this year.
Read more about our work to date and ambitious sustainability goals in RTR’s Impact Strategy, which launched in 2022.
A FEW HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE YEAR AT RTR
WE WENT VIRAL with a behind-the-scenes look at how we extend the wearable lives of rentals via top-notch cleaning and repairs. Revisit the moment here, then follow the journey of a garment through our Dream Fulfillment Center.
WE PUT ON A SHOW, launching the ultimate holiday capsule collection with Emily in Paris star Ashley Park. Explore the collection now!
WE WELCOMED 10 NEW DESIGNERS to the RTR Design Collective, including Marina Moscone, Toccin, Ronny Kobo and more. Explore and rent their exclusive, limited-edition collections now.
Thanks for being a part of the RTR community, here’s to 2023! We can’t wait to see all of the chic (rented!) outfits you wear in the New Year.
‘Til then, keep in touch on @renttherunway.