In this week’s Feisty Fridays, we’re talking about… pockets. Yep. But don’t let the topic fool you—this one’s about freedom, function, and feminism.
Rachel dives into the surprising history behind why women’s clothes still lack real pockets—and why that matters more than you think. From fake pockets at work to navigating New York City without a bag, she weaves in her own experience and the work of Dr. Hannah Carlson (author of “Pockets: An Intimate History of How We Keep Things Close”).
You’ll learn how the removal of pockets has historically been a tool of control—and how reclaiming these “small freedoms” can be a radical act of independence.
🔗 Mentioned in this episode:
• Dr. Hannah Carlson’s book: Pockets: An Intimate History of How We Keep Things Close
• NYT article: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/10/books/review/pockets-hannah-carlson-fashion-history.html
• Podcast interview with Jonathan Van Ness and Dr. Hannah Carlson
If you’re tired of fake pockets, fake empowerment, and being told you don’t need space—this one’s for you.
✨ Stay feisty. Stay free. Stay you.
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