Wow, what a weird time we're living in.
We're currently in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, NYC is on lockdown, and no one's got a clue as to when this will all end. While social distancing (and maybe already or soon to be shelter-in-place, depending on where you're located) is the new reality, technology's been really doing us a solid by helping us stay connected to our geographically-distant loved ones. And if there's one thing this has taught us so far is that social media can truly be used for good: people from all walks rallying to stay connected and to spread the word on how we can lend a hand to all kinds of critical situations, celebrities filming live performances or engaging their fans, influencers linking up to broadcast video chats to offer support and/or comic relief. Even if we're quarantined, it's clear that we're not alone.
All this heaviness can get us down, so let's keep our spirits up, shall we? And I think this should get our minds off the doom for a moment: the incredible service that is Rent the Runway.
I've been using their Unlimited service for about two months and I'm kicking myself for not getting on board sooner. The general belief is that Rent the Runway only services occasion wear, but that is a false assumption. They actually carry a plethora of ready-to-wear, including extremely cool contemporary brands that most of us can't afford to shop from (think Nanushka, Ganni, or Khaite). This means you can basically have a constant rotation of covetable designer pieces at a tiny fraction of the actual cost. If you really love an item, they also give you the option to buy it at a low price. It is THE BOMB.
Case in point: this entire outfit is from Rent the Runway, the top by Le Superbe and shorts by 3.1 Phillip Lim (got many compliments I almost bought em tbh).
If you wanna try the Rent the Runway Unlimited service, use my code HELENERTR to get $100 off your first month. You will have no regrets, trust. (And they've got tons of elevated comfy clothes for your work-from-home needs as this pandemic passes...)
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