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Re:What's Behind the Exodus from Rent the Runway? by dragonwriter on Thursday November 19, 2015 @04:42PM (#10597921)
> The depreciation issue is offset by the fact that you could get more usage out of a single outfit before it goes out of fashion if it was shared.

Remote sharing of clothes imposes latent constraints; being available "on demand" is a key part of the value. And the things for which not having the clothes immediately on-hand is most acceptable are the things for which personal tailoring/alterations are most likely to be desired.

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Re:What's Behind the Exodus from Rent the Runway? by harryh on Thursday November 19, 2015 @04:55PM (#10598002)
Indeed, all of that is true. Not saying any of this is easy, but when I see giant closets stuffed with clothes that are rarely worn I continue to see opportunity. Feels like someone will crack it eventually.
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