If you are going on a trip and you need your clothing to be wrinkle-free, bringing a garment bag or a folding suitcase is a must. Whether you are going on a business trip or to wedding party or you simple want to look nice on vacation, it's very important to pack your garment bag carefully, while layering each garment. Take a look this article and learn how to pack a garment bag.
Packing a Garment Bag
Prepare to pack. Iron or dry-clean each item before placing it in the folding suitcase. Ideally, everything you place in the garment bag should be in wearable condition. This way, you won't have to clean anything once you get to your destination, meaning you'll be able to focus on what's really important: enjoying yourself!
Stuff suits and jackets with tissue paper. Suits need to maintain their shape to prevent wrinkles in the fabric from bag. You can accomplish this by stuffing a piece of tissue paper into each arm and each shoulder and stuffing several in the chest area of the suit. Stuff several pieces of tissue paper into each pant leg as well.
Separate with tissue. Pack a sheet of tissue paper on the front and back of each garment. Even if the luggage gets crushed during travel, the garments will not touch one another.
Bag and hang. Place each outfit on a hanger and then slip a plastic dry cleaning bag over each hanger and outfit. If you are concerned with some items wrinkling, place those items alone in their own plastic dry cleaning bags.
Pack your shoes in canvas bags individually. There are garment bags that you can buy where you can keep your shoes. If you are bringing a number of pairs, pack them by pair in the garment bags. Place them on top of the clothes so that they do not damaged during the trip.
Finish the job. Pull the hook of all hangers through the garment bag and out the top. Zip the garment bag shut and fold if necessary.
Now that you have mastered the art of packing your suitcases, the next time you pack your things for another trip will be much easier. Packing takes a lot of patience. Do not forget to bring another bag for the souvenirs that you will be taking home with you. Good luck on your trip!