Keep the numerator explicit

Add the amount actually paid and any care or repair costs you choose to include. Do not insert a fictional cleaning rate or a comparison-retail value as though it were your expense.

Count actual wears consistently

Choose a consistent meaning for one wear and keep your own record. This site has not worn the named products. A garment kept in a cupboard does not accumulate wears because a marketing description says versatile.

Keep the conclusion narrow

Total recorded expense divided by recorded wears is a retrospective ratio, not proof of quality, durability, sustainability or personal value. It cannot guarantee the cost of a future purchase.

Before you decide

  • Enter actual paid costs
  • Use recorded whole wears
  • Do not promise a future lifetime

Sources & scope

Checked November 4, 2026. Official textile guidance, brand and retailer sources support the specific statements. Dated displayed prices are not final checkout quotes, wear-performance rankings or recall clearance. This shopping reference does not replace the product label or item-specific care directions or qualified textile-care advice.

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