Cost Per Wear Calculator
Overview
Calculate the true value of clothing by determining cost per wear. Compare fast fashion vs quality investment pieces.
Key Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Calculator ID | cost-per-wear |
| Category | Lifestyle |
| Vertical | Lifestyle & Fashion |
| App route | /verticals/lifestyle/cost-per-wear |
| API endpoint | /api/public/calculate?id=cost-per-wear |
Inputs
| Input ID | Label | Type | Required | Default | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
itemPrice | Item Price | currency | Yes | 150 | min 0, max 100000, step 1 |
wearFrequency | How Often Will You Wear It? | select | Yes | 4 | - |
lifespanMonths | Expected Lifespan (months) | number | Yes | 24 | min 1, max 240, step 1 |
maintenanceCost | Annual Maintenance Cost (Optional) | currency | No | 0 | min 0, max 10000, step 5 |
How to Use
- Enter Purchase Price — Input the item price and any maintenance costs (dry cleaning, repairs)
- Set Expected Lifespan — Fast fashion: 6-12 months. Quality basics: 24-60 months. View cost per wear results.
Result Surfaces
| Output | Display Type | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Computed results | result-card | - |
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FAQ
What is a good cost per wear?
Under $1 per wear is excellent value regardless of initial price. $1-3 per wear is good. $3-5 is fair but reconsider. Over $5 per wear is expensive unless it's truly special or necessary (wedding dress, formal suit).
Is expensive clothing worth it?
It depends on cost per wear, not just price. A $200 coat worn 200 times ($1/wear) is better value than a $50 coat worn 10 times ($5/wear). Quality basics you wear often are worth the investment. Trendy pieces go out of style quickly regardless of quality.
How do I calculate cost per wear?
Divide total cost (purchase price + maintenance) by number of wears. Example: $150 jeans worn 100 times = $1.50/wear. Add dry cleaning ($5 × 20 cleanings = $100) = $250 ÷ 100 = $2.50/wear. Be realistic about how often you'll actually wear it.
Evidence
src/lib/calculators/registry.ts(metadata)src/lib/calculators/page-registry.ts(page/HowTo metadata)src/lib/calculators/lifestyle/cost-per-wear.ts(calculator config)