POCKETS! Everything we wear has pockets, jackets, coats, most shirts, jeans, and trousers. You've probably seen that we use the words "patch pockets" quite a bit when describing our clothing. There's a reason for it and that's because that's what those pockets are called. See patch pockets are an integral part of many types of trouser/jeans, especially when considering their construction. Chinos are constructed differently and today we're going to go over all the styles of pockets. We have Patch Pockets, Coin Pockets, Pocket Bag Pockets, Watch Pockets, and Carpenter Pockets. Didn't think there were so many pockets huh? Well don't fret, we'll go over each one.
Patch Pockets: Most commonly found on the backside of jeans and shirts, they are pockets that have been sewn down to the fabric. They form a patch over it with an open top, hence the name "patch pocket." They have bar tacks on the top corners for reinforcement.
Coin Pockets: These are found on jeans and chinos, it's that tiny little pocket in the front left that you can barely get your first two fingers inside. It's made so that you can carry a few bits of coins in it but that's it or maybe a tiny cellular phone, maybe a slim pack of gum, and whatever else that may fit there.
Pocket Bag Pockets: Not so much a real thing as that's what we like to call them. These are the opposites of "patch pockets" because they sit inside the fabric against your skin, a bag of canvas or other soft material attached to the opening on the other side. These are much larger than "patch pockets" but they're not as strong. The fabric, unless made of canvas, will tear over time. You can repair it quite easily but just catch it before you lose your keys! Chinos are constructed with four of these and a coin pocket. It gives it a cleaner appearance which is why some bucklebacks also use them.
Watch Pockets: Only found on certain types of shirts, they have a small slit in the top, and on the side with a stitch further down to allow a pocket watch to fall inside but not fall out of it. You can tell this type of pocket right away but if the fabric of the pocket is the same as the shirt then you can look for its authenticity by glancing at the placket of the shirt. Between the second and third button there will be a diagonal slit, this is for the other end of the pocket watch, it keeps it attached to your shirt so that you don't lose it while the pocket keeps it nestled inside.
Carpenter Pockets: Only found on carpenter pants, they have all patch pockets, and an extra thin one on either side of the pants. A loop of fabric can be found just above it and that's because it's created to hold a hammer. After all, carpenters have to carry all sorts of tools so they'll need the strongest of pockets and extras of them.
There you have it, different pockets for your enjoyment, now open up your closet, and see what kind you have. Do you have clothing with every type of these pockets? If not, you'll have to go get some so you can complete your collection. Go on, we know you're curious to see the pockets on your clothing, don't worry, we look at ours too.
Patch Pockets: Most commonly found on the backside of jeans and shirts, they are pockets that have been sewn down to the fabric. They form a patch over it with an open top, hence the name "patch pocket." They have bar tacks on the top corners for reinforcement.
Coin Pockets: These are found on jeans and chinos, it's that tiny little pocket in the front left that you can barely get your first two fingers inside. It's made so that you can carry a few bits of coins in it but that's it or maybe a tiny cellular phone, maybe a slim pack of gum, and whatever else that may fit there.
Pocket Bag Pockets: Not so much a real thing as that's what we like to call them. These are the opposites of "patch pockets" because they sit inside the fabric against your skin, a bag of canvas or other soft material attached to the opening on the other side. These are much larger than "patch pockets" but they're not as strong. The fabric, unless made of canvas, will tear over time. You can repair it quite easily but just catch it before you lose your keys! Chinos are constructed with four of these and a coin pocket. It gives it a cleaner appearance which is why some bucklebacks also use them.
Watch Pockets: Only found on certain types of shirts, they have a small slit in the top, and on the side with a stitch further down to allow a pocket watch to fall inside but not fall out of it. You can tell this type of pocket right away but if the fabric of the pocket is the same as the shirt then you can look for its authenticity by glancing at the placket of the shirt. Between the second and third button there will be a diagonal slit, this is for the other end of the pocket watch, it keeps it attached to your shirt so that you don't lose it while the pocket keeps it nestled inside.
Carpenter Pockets: Only found on carpenter pants, they have all patch pockets, and an extra thin one on either side of the pants. A loop of fabric can be found just above it and that's because it's created to hold a hammer. After all, carpenters have to carry all sorts of tools so they'll need the strongest of pockets and extras of them.
There you have it, different pockets for your enjoyment, now open up your closet, and see what kind you have. Do you have clothing with every type of these pockets? If not, you'll have to go get some so you can complete your collection. Go on, we know you're curious to see the pockets on your clothing, don't worry, we look at ours too.