The officers of the Chamber and Wardrobe had distinct responsibilities related to the personal care and household management of the king.
- The officers of the Chamber were responsible for the king's personal grooming, including washing, combing, and shaving the king every other day, as well as dressing him and overseeing his breakfast
- The Wardrobe officers managed the king's clothing, armor, and other valuable personal items. The Wardrobe originally was the secure storage area for the king’s clothes, armor, and treasures, and evolved into an administrative department responsible for financing the king’s personal expenditure and military operations. It included officials such as the Keeper (or Treasurer) of the Wardrobe, Controller of the Wardrobe, and Cofferer of the Wardrobe, who oversaw the king's expenses, accounts, and the storage and management of valuables
- In a medieval household context, the Master of the Wardrobe had main responsibility for clothing and other domestic items, while the Chamberlain looked after the lord's private living quarters and personal well-being
In summary, the officers of the Chamber took care of the king’s personal grooming and immediate needs, while the officers of the Wardrobe managed his clothing, valuables, and financial administration related to his household and personal expenses
