Why do most women’s pants not have pockets?

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AwkwardPerson1012 · Accepted Answer

From what I learned about reading women's points of views on several websites and apps, mostly because the fashion industry is mainly controlled by men, and men design what they THINK women want, instead of what women ACTUALLY want. So what you end up is with something that's almost 100% fashion, and 0% function. May arguably look nice, but is often too tight and no pockets. Also, something else I also think makes sense, so that women buy purses due to the lack of pockets, hence more money for the companies.

I'm personally not the type of guy to wear huge cargo shorts with like 8-10 deep pockets, or super baggy clothes. 2-4 small to medium pockets to just fit my keys and/or a phone or wallet is fine. But most women's clothes don't even have that... either pockets so absurdly small you can only fit in like a quarter, or sometimes even fake pockets. So I can understand where women are coming from on this one.

Even though I've never been the type to over-stuff my pockets, it would be really lame to need an entire purse or backpack just simply because of my keys and/or wallet or phone. I've never really faced this issue since basically all men's pants and shorts have decent pockets, but I know it'd suck.

EaterPeter · Accepted Answer

For same reason as kids and ladies menu?

BipBipLeddus · Accepted Answer

I remember hearing the answer to this one before:

It stems from socioeconomic trends during the transition from coin-based currencies to bank notes. Prior to the introduction of bank notes, everyone had coin purses, and carried little with them. As men were the ones who made money, during this time, men's clothes added pockets to accommodate billfolds as well as a few extra things.

As we got more modernized, the purse took on a new form as an over-the-shoulder handbag for women that was large enough to accommodate most things you'd leave the house with. Women who carry purses don't necessarily NEED pockets, therefore they weren't included. This saved time and materials for tailors.

petitedollbabee · Accepted Answer

I assume it’s because women typically carry handbags, so they don’t need pockets for their belongings. I personally don’t understand it, I don’t use handbags so I wish more womens pants had pockets 😅

NamerOfStars · Answer

Because most women don't want them. Why? Hell if I know; I'm a former six-year-old boy, and well acquainted with the joy of pockets. I suspect it's mostly a matter of inertia, though; women don't look for pants with real pockets (if it can't hold more than three jelly beans, it's not a real pocket) because women's pants don't have them, and they don't have them because women don't demand them. They complain, certainly, but don't put their money where their mouths are. Or they do, and just buy men's pants.

If I'm mistaken, then there's a vast untapped market out there- but I doubt it.

Alisa158 · Answer

Because girls' clothes are mostly body-shaping, they will not show their figure if they put things in their pockets. Moreover, girls need to bring more things when they go out, and the pockets are not enough, so they will bring bags.
I think there is also an important factor, if there are so many pockets in women's clothing and men's design, the sales of bags will be affected to a certain extent.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

You what I detest even more? . . . finding a style/design that suits me nicely only to find out that the pockets are fake! That is so disappointing.

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

Assuming your statement is true, it would be because most women are dumb enough to buy pants without pockets.

I see this a lot where very "girly girl" type of women, buy clothing like they are some kind of status symbol or collectable.

Stop doing that, give up on fashion, stop buying the overpriced brand name stuff the rest of us don't care about, and only buy clothing if you need to because your old clothing is worn out or has holes, and you will see pockets on your pants again.

Apple1996 · Answer

They assume that women have purses and don't need pockets

Cubus · Answer

Because then they couldn't sell you handbags. Handbags would be useless if women's pants have pockets. It's an artificially created need.

Lionman95 · Answer

If they had women would less likely buy handbags. There are many handbags where just a phone and a wallet fits in. No woman would buy that if they would fit in a woman´s pant pocket.

talka20 · Answer

Not sure buy what i have heard is that is to earn more... its whole set up thing n the girls pockets are way smaller than guys ones even if they have... so that they cannot put anything else but card or cash or very thin n small item so they gotta buy bags n purses n wallets for stuff

Star_88 · Answer

Obviously for purse companies to benefit from the additional money. They do it on purpose. This is 21st century and those traditions are long gone.

MuddyMole · Answer

Hmm, I never noticed. I guess they're used to wearing dresses and having to carry a handbag or just stash a phone and credit down their top, so no need.
What's with those denim hot-pants then, that are so short you see the pockets hanging out the bottom?

Why do most women’s pants not have pockets?

OpenClose · Answer

No idea. Best I can say is "because women buy them anyway". And they buy them anyway probably because they look good and they already have a purse.

Like I think the consumer has a lot of power here, and women should try to start a trend of pants with pockets. I think it could take off.

pleasestopthis · Answer

I don't know, but it's pretty annoying, I like having pockets

Heartache0405 · Answer

Maybe because they don’t need them because women tend to carry purses and handbags that they put everything in? Guys don’t tend to have purses or handbags so they get the pockets. It’s not a sexist thing but women just gotta make everything out to be against them. 🍌

tiajoka · Answer

Guys in these comments really assuming that women don’t want pockets and we all carry purses 🤣🤣🤣

Razp_Sorbet · Answer

Because the world is filled with quick fashion, especially for women's clothes. Easier to take shortcuts and not make good pockets.

dustybiker · Answer

When they do they are so small they aren’t functional anyway.

integrale77 · Answer

I believe it's a fashion influence most designers are trying to get a close fit hugging your figure, to add pockets to that then potentially ruins the fit when you start putting things like a Mobile phone or any other big items in your pockets.

In a contrast men's clothing is generally more baggy so pockets don't always bulge out the same and bulges are in general less noticeable.

TrueConfection · Answer

My pockets are sewn into my husband's pants. He carries whatever I can't fit in my purse. 😂😂😂

ShinyPidgey · Answer

My mom thinks it is a plot against her. I have to agree. I have some really comfortable gym shorts of some kind that she gave me that are women's. There is no good reason why the only pocket on the thing could only store a new born mouse.

exitseven · Answer

I do not know for sure but I imagine women would think it makes them look lumpy with a bunch of stuff in their pockets.

DJB72 · Answer

Two main reasons:
1) most women have a handbag of some sort they carry what men put in their pockets
2) most clothing historically was designed by men and they tried to flatter the female figure by designing clothing that hugged the hips and accentuate the female form, or "ass". They (we) don't want our favourite view obstructed by wallets and cellphones...

jasco · Answer

I mean they have pocket books do they not? They just store everything in their. Why would you need them?

Anonymous · Answer

IKR! Its stupid and it’s sucks! Hence why I purchase camo pants

Little_Bumblebee · Answer

To sell purses.  Women's clothes are often in the minds of purchases, sales, and men's attraction instead of the comfort of women.

libbieberry · Answer

I find most dont, though have a couple of pairs that do

Red_Arrow · Answer

The most commonly chosen pants by women are those that are basically form fitting around the waist and hips. They may be loose further down, but tight around the waist and hips. Anything in pockets there would ruin the fit.

AdithyaR · Answer

From what I've heard from others, it's this whole thing so they have less pocket space and are forced to buy bags to keep stuff. More money to fashion industry.

JDAC2209199 · Answer

I don't know but sounds like robbery to me I couldn't imagine not having pockets XD

DryGermanGuy · Answer

Years and years ago a former worker at McDonalds told me, they did not have pockets, so they could not steal from the till.  Maybe it’s related to that? 🤔😁

BoobMan · Answer

They get in the way of the cut of the garment that is meant to optimize for aesthetics.

NathanDavis · Answer

you mean the ones that are tight AF? that you could not even get your hands into? lol

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

Yeah that's something to think about, my cousin gets ladies jeans and they have pockets, she gets hers at Walmart but she keeps getting the wrong fit

XXblack88 · Answer

I'm not sure. I don't carry a handbag around with me

DudeDiligence · Answer

I suspect it's for two reasons. First, women tend o carry a purse. And second, women tend to place a greater emphasis on appearance than functionality relative to men, and there is definitely a tradeoff there.

Dragonpurple · Answer

Designers must think cause they have purses, I don't know. I don't wear womens pants and I've never paid attention to them.

lottiebannotie · Answer

Because fashion dictates they are to small to be functional and to a lesser extent handbags

FilmGuy93 · Answer

I once heard that it was to promote the sale of purses, but that seems odd to me. I'm more inclined to think it's because pockets sort of break up the aesthetic flow of the outfit.

DonkeyDan · Answer

I don't know, maybe because most of you carry a purse or handbag and having stuff in your pockets would ruin the look of the pants 🤷🏻‍♂️

SphynxUK · Answer

Don’t they? All mine do.  I want them in pants and dresses!

2legit2lye · Answer

I imagine cos there mostly for looks. I asked once why womans panties have that linner in the crotch area. Was told for hygiene.

worldscolide · Answer

Never understood that my self, just weird if you ask me.. On that same token only women care about panty lines, and pocket lines are just as pronounced.

ZackBan · Answer

Because you'll never have to scratch a certain region without anyone noticing 😉

user1516 · Answer

We never use them anyways we tend to carry important things with us and they sometimes don’t even fit in those wee pockets.

JasM0 · Answer

Pockets aren’t flattering and hand bags meet the need.  Cheers

Z1pTD · Answer

THANK YOU! I honestly have wanted to know why so many times

_Just_A_girl_ · Answer

Maybe so we buy overpriced handbags

KatherineJ · Answer

Because we have purses. That’s the theory, anyway. Personally, I always feel accomplished when I find a dress or skirt that has pockets.

OnKoing · Answer

You mean trousers right, not pants (UK=underwear)? Haven't had underpants with pockets in them for years 🤙

Pohjolan · Answer

Because they buy pants without pockets for some reason. Men would just switch to a different supplier.

raaz222 · Answer

Because they have bra to keep things. Or even their pants have pockets they don't keep anything their bcoz for them appearance is more important.. They think that keeping things in pocket can ruin their look but they are OK to carry big purse.

Jintendo18 · Answer

Unlike most men, they typically carry pocketbooks, so they have no need for pockets.

boobliker · Answer

cos women have a bag thing with them all of the time...

CallmeTheKnight · Answer

A lot of pants for women have pockets. I'm aware of the amount that doesn't, but I'm pretty sure most pants for women have pockets.

Twalli · Answer

Because those that do are usually decroative in nature. In other words, the pockets serve no purpose.

Jamie05rhs · Answer

Probably 'cause y'all have purses. Lol. But yeah- I agree; I think it's dumb, too.

TexasRed95 · Answer

I assume they work together with the companies that make purses. No pockets means you need a purse.

theelegantman · Answer

Pocket reminds me of naughty boys. Not sexy at all.

-Asca- · Answer

It's a trick to get women to spend money on purses and such.

Neilbud · Answer

The look gets distorted when you are things to the pockets.

EnglishEuropean · Answer

Because women always carry a bag and pockets aren't sexy.

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