How to build a wardrobe over a year

Short answer: Start with what you wear every day and build outwards from there. Underwear and socks first, then basic tops, and last the things only used part of the year.

Underwear and socks first

They are worn every day and wear out fastest. See bamboo underwear for men.

Basic tops

Three to five t-shirts in neutral colours cover a week. See bamboo t-shirts for men.

Loungewear

One to two sets that can be worn many hours at a time. See sweat clothing.

The seasonal pieces

Base layers in winter and shorts in summer are bought as the season approaches. See bamboo long johns.

Choosing colours

Stick to few colours so everything can be worn together. See how to build a capsule wardrobe in bamboo.

Replace together

Buy several identical ones at a time, so the whole stack is the same age.

Washing

40 degrees, no fabric softener and no tumble dryer. See the washing guide.

Two shopping trips a year

Most people manage with two, one in March and one in September. That way you have what you are missing in time, before the season starts. See bamboo clothing for men.

Frequently asked questions

Where should you start?

With underwear and socks. They are worn every day.

How many t-shirts do you need?

Three to five in neutral colours cover a week.

When do you buy seasonal clothes?

As the season approaches, not in the middle of it.