Maybe you’ve asked yourself, “Why is it so rare for women’s pants to have real pockets?” Everyone has their own take on why it’s often hard to find a good pair of jeans with practical pockets to match, and there are plenty of different reasons related to fashion, history, and gender norms. Most people tend to point to the gender divide as one of the biggest culprits in the great pocket debate, and there’s definitely some truth to it. Traditionally, men have been known to use their pockets as a functional way to hold their important belongings. Today, many brands are starting to realize that women want functional pockets for that exact same purpose.
For a long time, it felt like far too many
women’s clothing brands either stitched in fake pockets or skipped over
the pockets entirely. You may have purchased a pair of jeans that looked
like it had pockets only to discover the disappointing truth: fake
pockets, just for show. Equally tragic is the trend of shallow pockets.
Without an easy, convenient way to carry their essentials, it’s no
wonder that women want pants with practical pockets to become the new
norm.
It’s Fashion Versus Function
Similar to traditional gender differences, another big reason why
women’s clothing, from jeans to dresses, have lacked adequate pocket
space for so long comes down to fashion. There have been too many
designers who get hung up on the idea that pockets aren’t fashionable.
They think the “excess” material needed to form the pockets ruins the
silhouette of the piece of clothing. But what use is a pair of jeans if
it isn’t functional enough to wear regularly?
Why Not Have Fashion and Function?
Now that brands have begun to ask the right questions, there are plenty
of pairs of pants on the market that look great, fit great, and give
you the function you’re looking for. You shouldn’t have to compromise
one feature for another. It shouldn’t matter if you’re looking for
skinny jeans, straight leg jeans,
high-rise jeans, shorts, capris, or anything else. These days, everyone
needs pockets. It’s safe to say that most of us have a smartphone, and
it can take up quite a bit of room. Who wouldn’t love a front pocket
that could easily hold a smartphone? That way you don’t have to carry it
(and risk dropping it) or keep it in your bag (and have to dig for it).
Vote with Your Pocket(Book)
As the quest for pocket equality continues, women can ensure they get
even more pocket options by considering which brands they support. There
are many brands that do listen to women’s concerns about realistic
clothing design—pockets included. It’s just a matter of searching for
those brands and finding the right clothing options that work for you.
It’s not always easy to find that perfect pair of tall jeans
that fit like a dream, but there’s a good chance they’re out there
waiting to be discovered. And maybe one day, women won’t have to search
high and low for pockets with purpose. We won’t have to sacrifice
function for fashion.
About Democracy Clothing
Democracy
Clothing is an inclusive denim lifestyle brand for women of all shapes
and sizes. Their distinctive designs mean you can find a pair of jeans
that truly fit. Finding your perfect fit can be simple thanks to their
“Ab”solution fit technology, an innovative design that includes a hidden
“no-gap” inner elastic waistband, tummy-smoothing mesh panels in the
front, and strategically shaped back pockets for a “booty lift” effect.
From girlfriend jeans to colored jeggings
to cargo pants, Democracy Clothing offers premium options in plus,
petite, tall, and missy sizes. You can count on their variety of
artisanal washes to always be comfortable and flattering.
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