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How Dress Rental Works at Style Rotate
Rent your dream outfit anywhere in South Africa- simple, affordable, and delivered to your door.
Check the calendar: See if it's available for your event date.
Book it: checkout online, we ship anywhere in South Africa
Rock your look: Try it on, wear it, love it.
Return it: Use the packaging provided, no hassle.
We do the dry-cleaning, courier admin. You save money & the planet.
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*If an item is returned and is beyond repair, or we have to retire it, you will be liable for full price of the item.
Need more info? Here it is.
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Step 1: Browse & Book
Find your dream dress from our New Rentals or Resale Collection. Choose your size, select your rental dates, and checkout online -no deposits needed. If you need that extra reassurance, use SR's Back-Up Dress Service
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Step 2: Delivery or Collection
We deliver nationwide in South Africa 🚚
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Step 3: Wear & Enjoy
Your rental includes snag & spill insurance that covers you for minor damage & repairs*, so you can enjoy your event stress-free. Every item arrives freshly cleaned and ready to wear.
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Step 4: Return Made Easy
If shipped: simply re-pack your dress in the reusable bag and return via courier.
If collected: drop it back at our Cape Town showroom.
Style Rotate's Back-Up Dress Service
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Your stylish Plan B, just in case
Browse Back-Up DressesNot sure about size, fit, or simply want options on the day? Our Back-Up Dress service gives you total peace of mind.
Add a second dress to your order at a reduced rate and try both at home, then wear the one you love most. -
Why You'll Love it
How The Back-Up Dress WorksPeace of mind on fit and sizing
Perfect for important events
Ideal if you can’t try on in person
More choice without paying full price
Our Shipping Options
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Click & Collect
Free collection from our Cape Town showroom during opening hours. Order by 1pm to collect the next day. Same-day collections subject to availability.
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SR EXPRESS
For urgent rentals: delivered same-day or next business day for addresses within our Cape Town local zone. Order before 1pm, subject to availability. R349.00
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Nationwide Delivery & Collection: Priority
For same-week rentals if you are outside our SR EXPRESS zone.
Priority delivery to major cities and metro areas in 1-2 business days. Order by 1pm.
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Nationwide Delivery & Collection: Standard
Delivered within 2–3 business days in major cities, and 2–5 business days in regional areas
R299.00
Rent from anywhere in South Africa
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Showroom Update
Browse New InOur Johannesburg showroom has closed, but we're still here for you! We offer fast, reliable delivery across South Africa-so no matter where you are, your dream dress is just a few clicks away.
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Fit Guarantee
Send Us a WhatsappIf your rental is shipped to you and it doesnt fit, please let us know within 4-hours of delivery of the item by sending a whatsapp to 0793934213 or sending an email to cole@stylerotate.com.
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Pricing
The price listed on the product includes a snag and spill insurance, dry-cleaning & packaging. Shipping is calculated at check-out.
Please note we do not "reserve items" without full payment and no deposits needed.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellation PolicyWe want to make sure you feel confident when renting with us. Please take a moment to read through our cancellation policy carefully to avoid any disappointment.
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Renting FAQs
How do I book a rental?
browse our website for your next look. items are curated by size and we stock sizes 4 –22. see each product page for the relevant product information.
our calendar function allows you to choose when your new look will arrive. we don't deliver on weekends,so remember to always select a weekday before your weekend event.
bookings can be made for 48hours time, provided the order is placed by 1pm. super organised? you can book an item up to 3-months in advance. remember to select the day you would like to receive or self-collect the item.
Can I reserve an item without paying?
no- our business works on a first come, first serve basis and unless you pay for the rental in full, the item is still available to be rented out by another rotator. the only way to secure an item is to pay the rental fee.
How long do I get to keep my rental for?
our standard rental period is four days – we suggest you book delivery for two days before your event. we understand if you wanna love it a little longer, so we also offer a 2-week/weekend rental period. please contact us atlerato@stylerotate.com
Can I get my item shipped to my door?
Absolutely. All rentals can be delivered straight to your door and collected again by our courier service once your booking is over.
Cut-off time: Orders placed after 1 pm are dispatched the next business day.
How do I pack/return my item if it has been shipped to me?
we pre-book the courier collection for you. simply repack the item in the return packaging provided + attach the printed return waybill to the parcel.
please ensure you are contactable and the parcel is ready anytime on the final rental day.please ensure your parcel is ready for collection and re-packed using the box, garment bag and hanger it arrived with.
How does pick-up & try-on work?
browse our website just like you would for regular online shopping. at checkout, select the "pick-up and try-on" option.
this means we will have your look ready and waiting for you at one of our branches, and you can try it on when collecting.
if it doesn't fit you, you are welcome to do an exchange, receive a gift-card to the value of the rental or a refund. this is our fave option, as it's risk free. please note that refunds processed through our payment partners take 10 working days to reflect.
What if the item is damaged or stolen while with me on a rental?
we want you to love your new look like it’s your own – but we understand that sometimes accidents happen. each rental fee includes a snag & spill insurance that has you covered in the case of losing a button, a broken strap or a minor champagne spill.
however, if an item is damaged beyond repair or is in need of specialised cleaning please let us know immediately vialerato@stylerotate.com. in this scenario, an additional cleaning fee will apply.
you will be liable for the full market value of the item if damaged beyond repair, lost or stolen. you can also take a look at our t&cs for worst-case scenario outcomes.
Can I collect or return my rental with Uber?
We no longer accept rental returns via Uber Parcel under any circumstances due to theft risks and insurance limitations. Please ensure all rentals are returned to our showroom by yourself or a trusted family member or friend, as the rental remains your responsibility until it is safely received by one of our team members.
What if I don't end up wearing the dress?
Once the item has been collected or shipped and your event is cancelled or you change your mind, we unfortunately cannot offer you with a credit or refund.
Once an item is paid for in full, it is reserved for you for those dates and a last minute cancellation means SR misses out on business. We also audit and clean every item when it comes back to the studio regardless of whether it's worn.
Back-Up Dress FAQs
What are the full Terms & Conditions?
Style Rotate Back-Up Dress — Terms & Conditions
These terms apply in addition to Style Rotate’s general rental Terms & Conditions.
1. Eligibility & How the Offer Works
1.1 The Back-Up Dress offer allows customers to add one (1) additional dress to their order at a discounted rate.
1.2 Customers must:
Add a primary dress to cart
Select a Back-Up Dress from the eligible collection
Ensure both items are booked for exactly the same delivery dates
Apply code BACKUP26 at checkout
1.3 Not all dresses are eligible for the Back-Up Dress offer.
1.4 Style Rotate reserves the right to determine eligibility of items at its sole discretion.
2. Discount Application
2.1 The Back-Up discount applies to the designated Back-Up Dress item.
2.2 Where both selected items are eligible, the discount will apply to the lower-priced dress.
2.3 The promotional code must be applied at checkout. Failure to apply the code will result in standard pricing.
2.4 The Back-Up Dress fee is non-refundable and non-creditable, as it covers processing, insurance and cleaning costs.
3. Use of Garments
3.1 Customers may try on both dresses but may only wear one.
3.2 Security tags must remain attached to any unworn garment.
3.3 If:
both dresses are worn, or
tags are removed or tampered with on both dresses
Style Rotate will charge the full rental fee for the Back-Up Dress (less any Back-Up fee already paid).
3.4 Any damage, late return, or misuse will be handled under the main rental Terms & Conditions.
4. Returns
4.1 Both dresses must be returned together and on time.
4.2 Returned garments will be inspected upon receipt.
4.3 Customers must follow the standard Style Rotate return process and deadlines.
5. If Neither Dress Is Worn
5.1 If both dresses are returned unworn (with tags attached), Style Rotate will:
Issue a credit on the primary dress in line with the Fit Guarantee, where applicable
The Back-Up Dress fee remains non-refundable
5.2 Customers must notify Style Rotate of any fit issues within the required reporting window (currently 4 hours from delivery for shipped orders).
5.3 Failure to notify within the required window voids eligibility for any credit relating to fit.
6. Price Difference
6.1 No refund or credit will be issued if the customer chooses to wear the lower-priced Back-Up Dress instead of the primary dress.
7. Misuse of the Offer
Style Rotate reserves the right to:
cancel the Back-Up discount
charge full rental fees
or restrict future use
where we reasonably suspect abuse of the Back-Up Dress service.
8. General
8.1 This offer is subject to availability.
8.2 Style Rotate may amend or withdraw the Back-Up Dress offer at any time.
8.3 All standard Style Rotate rental Terms & Conditions continue to apply.
How do you know which dress I wore?
Each dress arrives with a security tag and instructions. Remove the tag from the dress you wear and leave tags attached to the unworn dress.
Can I wear both dresses?
No, the Back-Up Dress offer allows you to wear one dress only. However, if you love both and your weekend plans allow you to wear both, you are welcome to let us know and we will send you a payment link for the remaining amount due.
If both dresses are worn (tags removed), the full rental fee for the Back-Up Dress will be charged.
How long do I get to keep my rental for?
If both dresses are returned unworn (tags attached), you will receive:
A) Store Credit for both, minus delivery and cleaning fees.
B)Refund to your original payment method, minus delivery and cleaning fees.
What if I end up wearing the Back-Up Dress instead?
No problem- simply wear the one you love.
Pricing remains as booked and no price difference refunds apply.
Can I add more than one Back-Up Dress?
The Back-Up Dress offer is limited to one additional dress per order.
Why won't the discount apply?
The Backup Dress promo code won't apply, in any of these scenarios:
- The item(s) aren't eligible for the Backup Dress offer
- The items are eligible and can be paired together for the offer, but you have chosen a different Delivery Date for each item. The Delivery Date selected for the two items must be exactly the same.
Can I select the same dress but in a different size?
Yes, of course! As long as both sizes are booked from the Back-Up Dress Collection, and both sizes are available for your dates.
Can I wear both dresses?
Our Backup Dress offer is there to give you another choice, just in case your first choice isn't perfect for you. You can wear one of the dresses, but not both (though try-ons are fine).
If both dresses are worn, you will be required to pay the full rental fee of the Backup Dress (less the Backup Dress fee already paid).
Is the Backup Dress fee refundable/creditable?
The Backup Dress fee isnot refundable or creditable.
Can I get refunded or credited the difference if I end up wearing the Backup Dress, which is cheaper to hire than my first choice?
Unfortunately we cannot refund or credit the difference in hire fee between the two. Even though you may not have worn the more expensive of the two, it has still been sent to you, meaning the opportunity for someone else to rent it at the normal hire fee has been taken away.
What if neither item fits me/is suitable?
If the terms of your order say that you can return the item due to an issue with fit, then in this instance, you would post back both items within 24 hours. You would get a credit note as described in the terms for the item you paid the normal rental fee for.
The fee paid for the Backup Dress (the cheaper of the two, with 50% applied) is not creditable or refundable.
Am I Allowed to Wear Both Dresses?
Under the terms of the Backup Dress offer, you can try-on both dresses but only one can be worn. If you wear both dresses, you will be charged the full rental fee for both dresses.
If you really love both dresses, and would like to wear each to two different occasions during your rental period, please get in touch. You'll be welcome to wear both, but we'll need to charge you the normal rental fee. That is, the 50% discount you received will be charged to your card on file.