A reader wonders why pockets in women’s wear remain “small and useless” — when they’re included at all. The answer is tangled up with a host of social issues, our critic writes. By Vanessa Friedman ...

It’s a familiar exchange to many women: “I love your dress.” “Thanks, it has pockets!” So coveted is the spacious inset pouch in womenswear that when they exist, they are likely to attract attention.

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NPR's Andrew Limbong interviews writer Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson about her new book, "Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free." Let's talk about pockets for a second. When I wear a suit, ...

COVID-19 has changed the way we dress: Stuck at home, we’ve ditched suits and party frocks for sweatpants and nap dresses. But this isn’t the first time in history that a major world event has altered ...

When it comes to running errands or hitting the gym after work, a pair of staple leggings never fails, especially ones with pockets. Long gone are the days of gym bags and running fanny packs, as ...

Editor’s Note: Examining clothes through the ages, Dress Codes investigates how the rules of fashion have influenced different cultural arenas — and your closet. It’s a familiar exchange to many women ...