Last Updated on November 1, 2023
Why buy a dress when you can rent it!? Renting formal dresses and outfits has so many great benefits such as saving you money and being more sustainable – check out this article to learn more about renting clothes.
Special occasion dress rentals are the perfect time to get that dream dress without the huge price tag, without worrying about dry cleaning, and without it hanging in the closet unworn for years after.
You may have heard of Rent the Runway, but luckily in Canada we also have some great rental options! Here’s where to rent wedding, formal, photoshoot, and prom dresses in major Canadian cities and online:
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Online Dress Rental Services that Ship Across Canada
The Fitzroy
Our favorite for their excellent selection and customer service. The Fitzroy has an extensive collection of formal and special event dress rentals including bridal and wedding dresses, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, black tie dresses, maternity photoshoot dresses, cocktail dresses and more!
Sizes: 0 – 18 and maternity
Cost: Dress rentals start at $75 for 4 days
Rent a Dress
Large collection of formal dresses for rent including prom, cocktail, gala, bridesmaid, mother of the bride, and wedding guest dresses. Rent a Dress does both virtual and in-person fittings.
Sizes: S – L (and a few XL)
Cost: Rentals start at $95
Beyond the Runway
One time or monthly subscription of clothing and designer bags.
Sizes: S – L
Cost: One time rentals start at $60
Your Favourite Dresses
Your Favourite Dresses has been around since 2009! They have a large selection of formal, bridesmaid, cocktail, engagement, bachelorette, and wedding guest dresses.
Sizes: 4 – 10
Cost: 4 day rental start at $69
Sprout Collection
While they mainly focus on monthly subscriptions for everyday and maternity wardrobe rentals, Sprout Collection also has a selection of cocktail and occasion dresses that can be rented for a week – perfect for parties or wedding guests!
Cost: $79 for 2 items for 7 days
Reheart
Imagine having a ton of stylish friends who could all borrow from each other’s closets. With Reheart you can borrow pieces from their lender stylist’s wardrobes.
Sizes: 0 – 12
Cost: Dress rentals start at $45
Dress Rental in Montreal
By Rotation
Designer formal dress rental by appointment. Dresses and gowns for galas, black tie events, weddings, prom and more.
Sizes: 0 – 12
Location: By appointment at 1350 Rue Mazurette suite 114 Montréal
La Jolie Robe
Specializing in wedding, bridesmaid, and evening gowns, La Jolie Robe offers both rental and purchase options.
Cost: Dresses start at $50, evening gowns start at $100 for 8 days
Location: By appointment at 100 Boulevard Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion
Dress Rentals in Toronto
The Fitzroy
Our favorite for their fantastic selection and customer service. The Fitzroy has an extensive collection of formal and special event dress rentals including bridal and wedding dresses, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, black tie dresses, maternity photoshoot dresses, cocktail dresses and more!
Sizes: 0 – 18 and maternity
Cost: Dress rentals start at $75 for 4 days
Location: 225 Sterling Rd, Toronto
Rent the Couture
Specializing in princess gowns and ball gowns for photoshoots.
Sizes: Most gowns are one size, “with adjustable back corset and fit from an X-Small to a Large”
Cost: $100 – $300 for 2 days (+$50 for outdoor shoots)
Location: By appointment, downtown Toronto
Dress Rentals in Calgary
Rent a Dress
Large collection of formal dresses for rent including prom, cocktail, gala, bridesmaid, mother of the bride, and wedding guest dresses. Rent a Dress does both virtual and in-person fittings.
Sizes: S – L (+ a few XL)
Cost: Dress rentals start at $95
Location: Book a fitting at Suite 200 – 638 11 Ave. SW, Calgary, AB
Rock the Rental
Looking for a statement dress? Rock the Rental has a collection of bold and unique dresses for parties, special occasions, prom and photoshoots.
Sizes: 4 – 10, XS – XL
Cost: Dress rentals start at $100
Location: Ships to Calgary and surrounding area
Dress Rental in Ottawa
Closet in the Sky
Prom, party, bridesmaid and non-traditional wedding dresses available for rent.
Sizes: 0 – 22
Cost: Dress rentals start at $35 for 4 days
Location: By appointment at 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa
Dress Rentals in Vancouver & Area
Once Twice
Collection of formal, prom, party, and costume dresses.
Sizes: 0 – 10
Cost: Dress rentals start at $50 for 4 days
Location: By appointment in their Burnaby showroom
The Collective
Party, cocktail and wedding guest dresses available for rent online.
Sizes: 2 – 10, XS – XL
Cost: Dress rentals start at $50 for 4 days
Dress Rental in Edmonton
The Dress Library
Dress and costume rentals for special occasions, prom and parties, including vintage options.
Sizes: XS – XL (and a few plus size options)
Cost: Dress rentals start at $30
Location: By appointment in Edmonton
Any other Canadian dress rental companies we missed?
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