How to Pack a Suit for Travel (Without Ruining It)
Summer is the season of destination weddings, business conferences, and formal cruises. But taking your sharpest suit on a six-hour flight can be incredibly stressful. Nobody wants to open their luggage to find a crushed, hopelessly wrinkled mess right before a big event.
If you are wondering how to pack a suit for travel, the experts at Jack's Choice Formalwear in Orem have you covered. Here are the three best ways to transport your suit so it arrives looking flawless.
Method 1: The Garment Bag (The Gold Standard)
If you are traveling with a premium, professionally fitted suit, a dedicated garment bag is always your best option.
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How to do it: Keep your suit on a high-quality, wide-shouldered hanger. Zip it up in a breathable garment bag, ensuring the pants are hung smoothly over the trouser bar.
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The Flight Trick: Most airlines have a small coat closet near the front of the plane in first class. If you ask the flight attendant politely when you board, they will often hang your garment bag up for you, even if you are flying in economy!
Method 2: The "Fold and Roll" (Best for Carry-Ons)
If you are flying budget or only taking a small carry-on suitcase, you won't have room for a full garment bag. The "Fold and Roll" method is a lifesaver that prevents hard creases.
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Hold the jacket upright and pop the shoulders inside out.
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Fold the jacket in half vertically so the lapels touch.
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Lay the jacket flat and place a rolled-up t-shirt or pair of socks in the shoulder pads to help them keep their shape.
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Fold your suit pants in half along the crease and lay them flat.
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Gently place the jacket over the pants, folding the entire bundle lightly in half. Place it at the very top of your suitcase so nothing heavy crushes it!
Method 3: The Dry-Cleaning Bag Hack
Friction is the enemy of a smooth suit. When fabric rubs against other fabric in your suitcase, it creates wrinkles. To prevent this, place your suit inside a thin plastic dry-cleaning bag before you fold it into your luggage. The plastic creates a slick barrier, allowing the fabric to slide smoothly against itself instead of catching and wrinkling.
What to Do When You Arrive
Even with the best packing methods, your suit might have a few minor travel lines when you unpack. As soon as you get to your hotel room, take the suit out and hang it in the bathroom. Turn the shower on the hottest setting, close the door, and let the room steam up for 10 to 15 minutes. The steam will naturally release minor wrinkles without damaging the fabric.
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