Did Chester A. Arthur have 80 pairs of pants?

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While there are claims that Pres. Chester A. Arthur owned 80 pairs of pants, the exact number is unknown. However, he was noted for his love of fashion, which earned him the nicknames “Elegant Arthur” and the “Gentleman Boss.” Arthur reportedly would change his clothes several times a day, and he hired a valet to manage his wardrobe.