What to have in the cupboard if you are starting from scratch

Short answer: Ten pairs of underpants, ten pairs of socks, five T-shirts, two tops, two pairs of trousers and two sets of nightwear. That covers a normal week with one wash.

Underwear and socks first

Ten of each cover a week with one wash and wear slowly because they share the use. See bamboo underwear for men.

Five T-shirts

Five cover a working week. Buy them in two colours so you do not look the same every day. See bamboo T-shirts for men.

Two tops

One light and one heavier cover the whole year indoors. See sweat clothing.

Two pairs of trousers

One pair for everyday and one for smart. More than that rarely gets worn, because you reach for the same pair every morning anyway. See bamboo T-shirt for women.

Two sets of nightwear

One on and one in the cupboard. See washing and care for how it lasts longest.

Frequently asked questions

How many pairs of underpants should you have?

Ten. Then you cover a week with a single wash.

How many T-shirts?

Five cover a working week. Buy them in two colours.

How many tops?

Two. One light and one heavier cover the whole year indoors.