Can a frugal, minimal wardrobe actually save you money?

Spent $800 on clothes last year, wore 4 things. That's a wild waste of cash for someone who wants to cut expenses. I think the problem lies in how we approach building a wardrobe in the first place. Nobody's teaching us to create a simple, versatile system that's more about investing in quality pieces rather than buying on impulse.

I've been experimenting with a capsule wardrobe since I realized my shopping habits were out of control. The idea's not new, but it's surprisingly hard to put into practice. Most advice I see focuses on ' capsule wardrobe basics' like white shirts or dark jeans, which don't take into account personal style or comfort. What's a practical way to build a wardrobe that's not just for 'the basics'?