Abstract: An athletic apparel outer garment is provided for use with a portable electronic device. The outer garment has a waistband formed from elastically deformable material and a carrying space formed between the waistband and an at least partially sheer outer panel. The carrying space has an aperture and is located at a front portion of the waistband. The carrying space is adapted to receive, via the aperture, the portable electronic device, with a display of the portable electronic device facing outwardly, such that the display of the portable electronic device is viewable and operable by a user through the outer panel, e.g.

Abstract: The present invention provides a footwear system comprising a sock (10) having a pocket (24) formed within the wall (18) of the sock upper (16). The pocket (24) extends from the upper rim (20) towards the heel portion (14). An aperture (30) is formed in the sock upper (16) providing access to the pocket (24). The aperture (30) is narrower than the width of the pocket (24). A removable pad (32) is sized to fit snugly in the pocket (24).