Until the middle of the 19th century, pockets for women were a separate item and they were worn tied around with waist with a tie or string, they weren't sewn on the outside or into the seams of their clothes as they are today.
Pockets in the V&A collection
A brief description of different pockets in the V&A collection and what they can and can't tell us from their history.
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A history of pockets
A brief history of pockets and the different styles between men and women. Also describes the valuables and objects kept in pockets, purchasing pockets and how pockets have…
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A gift in your will
You may not have thought of including a gift to a museum in your will, but the V&A is a charity and legacies form an important source of funding for our work. It is not just the great collectors and the wealthy who leave legacies to the V&A. Legacies of all sizes, large and small, make a real difference to what we can do and your support can help ensure that future generations enjoy the V&A as much as you have.
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Voysey Pocket Mirror (Assorted)
Assorted one sided pocket mirror with C.F.A Voysey design on reverse. Please note: This item comes in a range of colours/designs and we can not guaran…
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