Answer in Progress - why women's pockets are useless
The video investigates why women's pockets are often too small, starting with a personal anecdote about the impracticality of women's pockets. The creator measures various pants to confirm that women's pockets are indeed smaller than men's, with data showing they are 48% shorter and 6.5% narrower. Historical research reveals that pockets have evolved differently for men and women due to fashion trends and societal norms. The creator attempts to recreate historical pocket designs, such as medieval pouches and tie-on pockets, to understand their functionality. The video concludes with practical advice on altering men's pants to fit women's bodies better, offering a solution to the pocket problem. The creator also highlights the role of fast fashion in deprioritizing functionality in women's clothing, suggesting that buying men's pants and tailoring them could be a viable workaround for women seeking functional pockets.
Key Points:
- Women's pockets are significantly smaller than men's, with studies showing they are 48% shorter and 6.5% narrower.
- Historical fashion trends and societal norms have influenced the evolution of pockets, leading to the current disparity.
- Recreating historical pocket designs shows how functionality was often sacrificed for fashion.
- Fast fashion contributes to the lack of functional pockets in women's clothing.
- Altering men's pants to fit women's bodies can provide a practical solution for better pocket functionality.