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Cost per wear calculator
Find out what a piece of clothing really costs each time you wear it, and compare two items side by side.
Cost per wear
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Cost per wear
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How cost per wear works
Cost per wear is the price of an item divided by the number of times you wear it. A coat that costs more but gets worn every week can end up far cheaper per wear than a bargain top worn once.
Formula: cost per wear = price ÷ (wears per month × months you keep it).
How to use it
- Before buying: estimate honestly how often you'll wear it. If the number feels high for a piece that goes with nothing you own, think twice.
- When decluttering: a high cost per wear on something you've owned for years is a signal worth listening to.
- Comparing options: put two items side by side to see which one is really the better buy.
More in our guide to decluttering with cost per wear and building a capsule wardrobe.
Want this done for you?
Amalook tracks what you own and what you wear, so these numbers come from your real wardrobe. Coming soon to iPhone.