[teuobk]

I have a similar problem.

When I decide that my old clothes are worn/stained/horribly unfashionable and set out to refresh the wardrobe a bit, I set out to buy a few new ones. After settling on which store to patronize (Am I too old for AE et al.? Am I too young for Brooks Brothers? Would I be just as happy with something from Target?), I go to that store. At that point, I browse around for a bit, get overwhelmed by the number of options, become unsure about what would look good (or even what's in style), and leave without buying anything.

I'd really like to see some sort of online or in-store system with a super-simple way of finding new clothes. Maybe three variables: age, desired style (hipster? MBA? stereotypical engineer?), and body type. The output could be something like, "OK, buy this, this, and that. You'll look good."

[rdouble]

This is difficult for a number of reasons. As I mentioned in a previous post, the big reason is that sizes are not standardized. A size 32 waisted pant can be a true size 32, or really a size 38. Also, people's sizes fluctuate, usually increasing.

The 2nd part of your question, simply defining what style of clothing to wear is even more difficult and probably impossible to automate. However, there are professionals you can hire which will solve the problem for you. It's not cheap, but if you're single and make a good programming salary it may be a better investment than the latest digital camera or gaming system.

[rms]

I think this is an idea that enough people that have had that I'm surprised nothing like it has come out. A few months ago some people launched a site like this for interior decorating. I asked if they were going to do it for clothing and they said it wasn't a focus because the margins/affiliate payments for interior decorating are so much better.