How much clothing is too much? The math behind having a sustainable wardrobe

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Jun 20, 2026, 12:30 pm70 ptsTrending
Most people suspect they own too many clothes, but they aren't sure exactly what the "right amount" is. Recent wardrobe studies, in which researchers literally peek inside people's closets, show the scale of the problem is far greater than most of us imagine.

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