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Times have been tough in this economy, so we've all had to cut back on many "luxuries" and be mindful of our spending. But here's one place where you won't feel bad about spending your hard earned money on gorgeous designer dresses (real designer dresses)!

A friend introduced me to Rent the Runway website and I was floored at the amount of designer dresses that were available to rent (Christian Siriano, Proenza Schouler, Catherine Malandrino, and more)! I've been to quite a few weddings in the past 3 years (15+ & they're still coming) and I have had to recycle many dresses! No more wondering what you're going to wear at that beach wedding or black tie wedding or dinner party. Rent the Runway is the new go to designer closet at a realistic price for many of us.

Attention brides: RTR also has a Bridal Program where your bridesmaids can try on dresses and rent your dress choice in advance and have the dresses in time for your wedding! Your bridesmaids not only look fabulous, but at a great cost! Tres Chic!

Ready. Set. SHOP!

Dresses from top to bottom: Christian Cota, Masterpiece Dress (rental $200/retail $1,795); Cynthia Vincent, Ladylike Beaded Skirt Dress (rental $50/retail $400); Robert Rodriguez Collection, Cap-sleeved Swirl Mini (rental $75/retail $600); Tibi, Floral Halter Maxi (rental $75/retail $588)

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P.S. Make sure you read the rental agreement carefully