SuperCalc

    Clothing Cost per Wear

    Calculate the true cost of your clothing purchases per wear to make better fashion investments. Understand the real value of your wardrobe.

    Clothing Details

    How long will this item last before wearing out or going out of style?
    How often will you realistically wear this item?
    Dry cleaning, washing, alterations (average per wear)

    Usage Summary

    Total Expected Wears144 times
    Wears per Year48 times
    Average Weekly Use0.9 times
    If worn consistently for 3 years
    144 total wears

    Cost per Wear Analysis

    Cost per Wear
    $2.69
    Value AssessmentGood
    Good value for money
    Quick Reference:
    If worn daily:$2.69/day
    If worn weekly:$18.86/week
    Monthly budget impact:$10.78

    Cost Breakdown

    Initial Purchase$100.00
    Total Maintenance$288.00
    Total Investment$388.00
    Cost Breakdown per Wear
    Purchase cost:$0.69
    Maintenance cost:$2.00

    Value Insights

    Investment Perspective

    This $100.00 purchase will cost you $2.69 each time you wear it over 3 years.

    Comparison Benchmarks:
    Excellent
    ≤ $1.00
    Good
    $1-3
    Fair
    $3-5
    Poor
    > $5

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    How It Works

    The cost-per-wear calculation helps you understand the true value of your clothing purchases by dividing the total cost by the number of times you'll actually wear the item. This metric is essential for making smart fashion investments and building a sustainable wardrobe.

    A $200 jacket that you wear 100 times costs $2 per wear, while a $50 shirt worn only 5 times costs $10 per wear. This calculation helps you identify which purchases offer the best value and encourages buying quality pieces you'll wear frequently rather than impulse purchases that sit unused.

    Consider factors like garment lifespan, how often you'll realistically wear it, and maintenance costs (dry cleaning, special care). This approach promotes mindful consumption and helps you build a wardrobe of pieces you truly love and use regularly.

    Practical Examples

    Example: Quality Winter Coat

    • • Purchase Price: $300
    • • Lifespan: 5 years
    • • Worn: 60 times per year (winter season)
    • • Total Uses: 300 wears
    • • Cost per Wear: $1.00
    • • Excellent investment!

    Example: Trendy Fashion Item

    • • Purchase Price: $80
    • • Lifespan: 1 year (goes out of style)
    • • Worn: 8 times total
    • • Cost per Wear: $10.00
    • • Poor value - reconsider similar purchases

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Aim for Under $3: Quality wardrobe staples should ideally cost less than $3 per wear for good value.

    Consider Your Lifestyle: Buy clothes that match your actual lifestyle, not your aspirational one.

    Quality vs Quantity: Better to buy fewer, higher-quality pieces that you'll wear frequently.

    Include Maintenance: Factor in dry cleaning, alterations, and special care costs for accurate calculations.