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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Small pockets, big problem | Cultspiracy

Kim Schneider February 12, 2024
Women's clothing doesn't just feature smaller pockets for aesthetic purposes. The inequity of pocket sizing is but another example of reinforced gender norms that are built into our everyday lives.
Boston University student Sarah Greisdorf, first from top left, is the founder and CEO of Holdette, a start-up that manufactures women’s clothing with pockets. COURTESY SARAH GREISDORF

TERRIERS IN BIZ: BU senior’s “Holdette” plans to launch women’s suit line

Lily Kepner March 18, 2020
BU senior Sarah Greisdorf revamps her startup "The Collective" under a new name, "Holdette," and prepares for first production of her fashionable, affordable and sustainable line of women's workwear with pockets.
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