clothing allowance

Money for outfits

A clothing allowance is a sum of money provided to cover wardrobe expenses, typically by an employer or institution.

Military personnel receive clothing allowances for uniforms, and some jobs provide them for professional attire.

Parents may give children a clothing allowance as a budgeting tool: Her clothing allowance covered back-to-school shopping.

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financial provision vs. financial burden

clothing allowancepersonal expense

budgeted/restricted vs. unrestricted spending

clothing allowanceshopping spree

Extended bout of purchasing

impulse buying · splurge · retail therapy

financial restriction

clothing allowanceappearance fee

Payment for presence alone

Family

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