Items to Put In a Sport Coat Pocket

Unlike women, who can fill a purse with every possible necessity, men have to rely on pockets to carry their personal effects around. Sport coats have become a fashionable business casual look and are generally loose enough to keep several of the basics close at hand without causing unsightly bulges. Streamline what you might need in your sport coat pocket. Knowing and carrying what you find useful on a regular basis will keep you well prepared.

Lip Moisturizer

Dry lips can happen at any time, but most infuriatingly when you are unable to easily get lip balm. Keep a tube of your favorite brand in your pocket to ward off a peeling pucker.

Handkerchief

A handkerchief is always handy to have to help stopper a large sneeze, blow a runny nose, wipe away perspiration or unexpected tears or to help blot a spill on your clothing. If a cloth handkerchief is not your thing, a few folded disposable tissues will suffice.

Extra Cash

Keep a $20 bill stashed in one of your sport coat pockets for emergencies. If you lose your wallet or come across a cash-only service option, you will be grateful to have it. Just don't forget to replace it if you have to use it.

Keys

You won't go far without your keys, so make it a habit to remember to put them in your pocket wherever you go. Choose a small, discreet key chain that will hold your keys together without being big and bulky in your pocket. Keep only keys you use on a daily basis on the ring.

Lighter

A lighter is critical if you are a smoker and helpful for those around you if you are not. Besides, you never know if that cute blonde across the room is going to need a light.