Cost Per Wear

A formula (purchase price ÷ number of times worn) that calculates the real value of a garment. A $200 jacket worn 100 times ($2/wear) is better value than a $30 shirt worn twice ($15/wear).

Also known as: CPW. Category: Shopping & Care.

In men's style, "cost per wear" belongs to the Shopping & Care family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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