While many New Yorkers are still shivering through winter and hibernating indoors, Gotham fashionistas are already thinking ahead to spring — tackling closet cleanouts and reassessing what actually deserves space in their wardrobes.
But with the cost of everything on the rise, especially fashion, which has seen a steep year-over-year increase, with prices across the industry almost $20 higher in 2025 compared to 2024 and that number is only expected to increase, according to CNBC — stylish women are following the “cost per wear” approach when it comes to spring cleaning their closets to avoid impulsive shopping sprees.
With elaborate budgeting spreadsheets and photos of their closets in tow, budget-conscious New Yorkers are dividing the price of a clothing item by the number of times it’s worn to see if they’re getting the most bang for their buck out of their clothes before buying anything new.
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