What I Discovered About Subscribing to Children’s Clothes That Surprised Me

What I Discovered About Subscribing to Children’s Clothes That Surprised Me

When I had my first baby I was like most first-time parents, happy to buy everything new, and I had to make sure everything was perfect. I was blissfully unaware of how much money everything would cost.

So I was a little shocked when my daughter grew out of all her clothes within three months and I began the cycle of sorting, donating, and buying. It was a process that just didn't sit right with me and baby clothes were expensive. I wanted to dress my daughter in eco-conscious clothing, but many eco-brands were out of my price range. 

I looked in charity shops for bargains and accepted donations from friends and family but I always ended up needing to buy something new as my options were limited. 

My daughter is now six years old and although there are more options to buy second-hand using apps like Vinted and Facebook, when I heard about subscribing to kids' clothes I was intrigued. 

The more I researched how subscriptions for kids' clothes works the more I became sold on the idea and a new world of sustainable eco-friendly clothing was available to me. I just wish I had these options when my daughter was a baby. 

How easy is subscribing? 

Many brands are offering subscription services for kids clothing and I was surprised at how easy the process seemed. Choosing clothing is similar to online shopping, you just make an account and browse the options available. Each clothing item is priced at its monthly rental price and I was amazed that prices started as low as £1 per month. 

I thought this was a great idea as children, especially babies grow so fast and I know with my first child it wasn't long before I had a huge pile of clothes that no longer fit her. 

You get to keep them for as long as you need them, and you just pay the monthly price. Then when you are finished you return the items, so you don't end up with a huge pile of clothes, and even better another little one gets to wear them too. You can even choose items such as baby sleeping bags, hats, swimwear, and winter wear. 

Make huge savings

Toddler in a rented snowsuit

Living in England, I have to buy a new set of clothes for every season because my daughter outgrows clothes so quickly and the weather varies so much! Buying a new wardrobe for her every three months is getting expensive, especially when you factor in seasonal items like thick winter coats. So I was pleasantly surprised to discover how affordable subscribing can be. 

For example, a warm winter snowsuit for a baby costs £5 per month, which works out to be £15 for the winter season. This is a huge saving on buying this item new (which retails for £51), and it's from a sustainable brand. What's more, when my child has finished with it other children will enjoy it too and I don't have a massive bundle of clothing to sort through and try to donate or resell. This is ideal for families who are looking to make eco-friendly choices with their kid's clothes.

Subscribing saves precious time. 

I dislike how much time and effort I spend sorting through my daughter's clothing, figuring out what fits and what new items she needs. Buying and sorting clothes for your kids is time-consuming and you can never be sure they are going to always like them. 

Subscribing helps reduce this. I save time I would usually spend sorting out clothes and photographing them to resell or carting them to the charity shop. I just rent what I need for that season and then return it. I don't even have to wash it and if my daughter has been a bit messy it's no problem because the clothes are covered for stains and damage in the price of renting them. 

Plus if my daughter doesn't like the clothes I have picked for her it's not a big deal, I can just exchange them for something else that she loves. She can even browse the options herself, input her style choices, and choose a whole wardrobe based on her preferences. 

Subscribing has changed my buying habits

Now that I know how affordable and easy subscribing can be I always consider it before purchasing something new for my daughter. It's a great option for parents looking to cut down on clothing costs while also making sustainable choices. 

Had I known about it when my daughter was a baby I would have been using it sooner as babies grow so quickly. I now recommend subscription services for children's clothes to all my friends expecting babies as it's such a great way to cut down on clothing waste and reduce the mountain of baby clothing you have to wash and sort through. 

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Questions?

Why Borro clothes?

Renting means less waste, more wardrobe flexibility and no more piles of outgrown clothes. It’s a smarter, more sustainable way to dress your little ones.

With Borro, you get high-quality kidswear without the commitment, just what you need, when you need it. Helping you save time, save money, and save the planet.

What about stains?

Don't panic! Let us worry about the stains. Stain insurance is included. Obviously it's best to prevent stains if you can, or treat them as soon as possible. But we will never charge you.

If the garment can't be saved, it will be upcycled or recycled. Nothing ever goes to landfill, and we'll never charge you.

Subscription & exchanges

Subscription

All the clothes are individually priced and there's no minimum amount or set subscription - we're flexible!

Rent as many/few things as you like and you'll see at checkout what your monthly subscription will be. (If you want us to pick out a coordinated bundle of 10 items for you, it's £29/month).

Exchanges

We know little ones grow as fast as the weather changes! You don't need to return your previous order to order new clothes, so simply send back items whenever you no longer have a need for them, and add any new items to your subscription, by adding them to your basket and checking out.

Delivery & returns

Delivery

Your order will be packed and dispatched the next working day. Delivery takes 2-3 working days.

Returns

Pop them inside the bag/box they came in, attach the free pre-paid returns label, then drop off at your nearest Evri ParcelShop.

We only include one pre-paid returns label per order, so if you choose to send just some of an order back and the rest later, you will need to pay for the postage of the second return. 

Once we've received your items we will amend your subscription so you only pay for what you've got.

We recommend returning items 4-5 days before your subscription renews in order to allow enough time for delivery and processing to avoid your next monthly payment going out. If you're a few days late, you can always cancel online (use the link in the order confirmation email). As long as we receive the clothes within the next few days, that's fine.

Sustainability

At Borro we maximise the use of each item of clothing by providing a service that ensures it's well maintained, repaired and enjoyed by as many families as possible.

So if a garment is used by 6 different users, the global warming potential is 49% less, with a CO2e (kg) per user of 1.18, instead of 2.29.

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