Clothing rental services are marketed as a green alternative to fast fashion, but experts warn that the environmental benefits are often offset by logistics. The carbon footprint of two way shipping, specialized dry cleaning, and last mile delivery can undermine the goal of reducing textile waste. While renting formalwear for one time use remains a practical choice, the shift toward app based subscription models increases transportation emissions. True sustainability in fashion likely requires a combination of garment repair, secondhand buying, and reducing overall consumption.
