How Much Clothing Did They Actually Have Back Then?
16 Video Views·Oct 3, 2025
It's one of the most common questions, but also one of the most complex. The mythology surrounding our closet is difficult to prove or disprove, because every person is different. Our best bet is to take a look at the multitude of information available to piece together a story. From budgets to government surveys to fashion magazines, how much clothing (and how much you should spend on it) has been a hot topic for decades.
00:00 Elinor or Ann Eliza
03:56 18th c Inventories
08:33 Ready to Wear
10:31 Household Budgets
16:59 Clothing Prices
21:29 Wardrobe Lists
29:20 Nothing but Underwear