The Curious History of Women’s Pockets

To the frustration of many, a lot of women’s clothes don’t have pockets. But why on Earth is that the case? Especially when men’s clothing seems to be full of pockets. ‪@history_alice‬ and ‪@ben.henderson.history‬ track the tumultuous and muddy history of women’s pockets. From capacious beginnings, through many fashion changes, to suffragette campaigning and societal expectations. Alice and Ben unpick the surprising moments of pocket history that have contributed to the inconsistency of these sewn-in marvels today. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 03:50 - Duck-Sized Pockets 11:19 - Regency Revolution 19:57 - Political Pockets 29:59 - La Poche #history #historyfacts #podcast #hereforthehistory #fashion #pockets #womensfashion #fashionhistory