Questions 31-40
Reason for choice of subject
They are 31 but can be overlooked by consumers and designers.
Pockets in men’s clothes
Men started to wear 32 in the 18th century.
A 33 sewed pockets into the lining of the garments.
The wearer could
Bigger pockets might be made for men who belonged to a certain
Pockets in women’s clothes
Women’s pockets were less 35 than men’s.
Women were very concerned about pickpockets.
Pockets were produced in pairs using 36 to link them together.
Pockets hung from the women’s 37 under skirts and petticoats.
Items such as 38 could be reached through a gap in the material.
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When dresses changed shape, hidden pockets had a negative effect on the 39 of women.
Bags called ‘pouches’ became popular, before women carried a 40.
