What is the Pocket in Underwear For?
Undies can be deeply mysterious. What style do you choose? What material? How do you even wear them, anyway? After you figure out the answers to these probing questions, more and more seem to crop up. The biggest question you might ask yourself is, “Why does my underwear have a pocket?”
Let’s discuss.
Why Do Your Undies Have a Pocket?
Given that the pocket is directly located in the crotch area of your Undies, you might be wondering what you can even store in it. Some spare change? An extra lip-balm? The answer to a riddle written on a tiny scrap of paper? The answer might surprise you...
What if we told you that the panty-pocket isn’t even a pocket at all? No, it’s true. What looks like a pocket is actually just a gusset. And you definitely should not be storing anything in it!
What is a Gusset?
A gusset is simply a small piece of fabric sewn into the crotch of your Undies to provide reinforcement, breathability, and moisture-wicking. Gussets are typically only stitched on one side, which creates the pocket we are talking about.
Like we said, it’s best to not store anything in that “pocket.” The gusset is really only there to make your Undies more hygienic and comfy. Think of the gusset as a brilliant warrior combating moisture while providing softness. We love gussets!
Finding Your Next Pair of Undies
So, the pocket isn’t really a pocket at all. And that’s okay. Some Undies don’t need a pocket.
However, if you’re finding yourself desperate for a pair of underwear with pockets, you’re not alone. While our Women’s Undies have gussets (AKA unusable pockets), our Breathe Boxer Briefs have actual hidden pockets that can fit a credit card, a house key, or at least a couple of quarters. Perfect for those of us addicted to gumball machines.
No matter what type of Undies you’re drawn to, we’ve got ‘em. Now that the mystery of the pocket has been solved, it’s time to figure out the next move: Picking your pair of perfect underwear. Our MeUndies Membership can help with that. We’ll send you new pairs right to your door each month so that you can build a personalized arsenal of your favorite Undies. Self-discovery? It’s a beautiful thing.