How much can you make renting out your clothes?
It depends on what you list, what you charge and how often it's booked, but the per-rental numbers are clear: formal pieces on e.closet typically rent for $35–$70, and you keep what's left after a 15% service fee. Because you keep the piece, the same dress can earn again with every booking.
Updated October 9, 2026
What pieces rent for
The prices owners set on e.closet right now, for the shortest rental each one offers:
| Occasion | Typical rental price | Median | Pieces listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formal and gala | $35–$70 | $50 | 3,000 |
| Wedding guest | $35–$70 | $50 | 2,072 |
| Cocktail and party | $35–$75 | $50 | 4,763 |
| Date night | $35–$65 | $45 | 5,420 |
| Game day | $30–$55 | $40 | 2,904 |
| Interviews and business | $35–$77 | $50 | 1,987 |
Longer rentals are priced by the owner too: you can set a separate flat price for 2, 4, 5, 7, 14 and 30 days.
What you keep
e.closet takes a 15% service fee on each completed rental or sale, and you keep the rest. Listing is free, so there's nothing to pay until you earn.
What makes the difference
These are practical tips, not guarantees.
- What you list. Formal, wedding guest and event pieces are what people look to rent for a single night.
- How many pieces you list. Each listing can be rented again and again, so a bigger closet means more chances to be booked.
- Price and length options. Offering several rental lengths, each at a flat price, fits more renters' plans.
- Delivery options. Offering shipping as well as local handoff opens your closet to renters outside your city.
- Speed. Answering requests quickly wins bookings, especially close to big weekends.
- Seasons. Prom (March–May), wedding season (spring–fall), formal season (November–February) and game days all drive demand.
Frequently asked questions
Is the fee taken from the price I set?
Yes. e.closet's 15% service fee comes out of each completed rental or sale, and you keep the rest.
Do I have to pay tax on what I earn?
Rental income is generally taxable. Keep records of your payouts and check with a tax professional.
How do I get paid?
For each completed rental, minus the 15% fee. You can withdraw to your bank account or Venmo whenever you have a balance.