However, advocates present a counter-argument: Rentership vs. Ownership. Because these dresses are exclusive and high-impact, they hold resale value. The "Frivolous Dress" is rarely thrown away; it is passed on, sold, or swapped.

"Exclusive" or custom orders allow for greater personalization based on specific event themes:

And then there was Silas. The liquid twilight jacket caught every stray beam of light and bent it into rainbows. The frozen-wave lapels glittered. The hourglass buttons ticked.

: By demanding a specific "exclusive" look that is inherently impractical, organizers establish a barrier to entry that requires both significant capital and a lack of concern for traditional utility. II. Exclusivity as a Social Gatekeeper