Arriving at your destination with wrinkle-free clothes

Whether at home or on the road, we all like to look our best. Unfortunately, getting to your destination with wrinkle-free clothes is often easier said than done. Luckily, there are several things you can do to improve your odds.

One of the best options is to buy yourself a garment bag or some packing cubes. Clothes shifting around and rubbing against each other when traveling is one of the main causes of wrinkles. Garment bags and packing cubes prevent this by holding your outfits firmly in place, no matter how much a bag is tossed around.

Of course, even if you pack your clothes carefully inside of a garment bag or packing cube, there is no guarantee they’ll be wrinkle-free when you pull them out of your luggage at your destination. Because of this, it is smart to have a backup plan, such as bringing along a spray wrinkle releaser, a mini iron or a handheld steamer.

Best garment bags

Zegur Suit Carry-On Garment Bag: Available at Amazon

Ideal for both casual and business trips, this garment bag can accommodate several outfits and has multiple pockets for accessories like shoes, belts, ties and other sundries. For convenience, it attaches to the trolley handle of wheeled luggage and has a quick-access pocket on the exterior for pens, business cards and personal devices.

Seyfocnia Garment Duffle: Available at Amazon

Those who want a garment bag that can double as a weekender need look no further than this offering from Seyfocnia. It’s just large enough for one or two suits and a couple of casual outfits, and it has a dedicated shoe compartment in the center. You can carry it by hand, using the detachable shoulder strap or slip it over the handle of your rolling luggage.

Floto Luggage Venezia Garment Bag: Available at Amazon

With the Floto Venezia hung over your shoulder, there will be no question if you have discerning taste. It is handcrafted in Italy from premium calfskin leather that is polished to a beautiful shine, and the striped lining and brass hardware add to its elegance.

Best packing cubes

TravelWise Luggage Packing Cubes: Available at Amazon

If you want a simple way to keep your clothes from getting wrinkled without having to carry a separate garment bag, these packing cubes from TravelWise fit the bill. They come as a set of five pieces in three sizes, and they are available in multiple colors to suit your preference.

Shacke Pak Packing Cubes: Available at Amazon

These packing cubes are made from a tough nylon material and have reinforced stitching to stand up to plenty of use. They come as a set of four cubes that have different dimensions, but all of which are 4 inches deep, and there is a bonus laundry bag included so you can keep your dirty clothes separate from your clean.

ProPacking Cubes: Available at Amazon

They may not have tons of features, but these packing cubes are reliable and affordably priced. They can reduce your luggage bulk by as much as 30%, and since they keep the contents from shifting around, your clothes should arrive looking just like they did when you first packed them.

Best packing folders

Dot&Dot Packing Folder: Available at Amazon

The Dot&Dot packing folder makes it easy to travel with a couple of dress shirts in a backpack or carry-on luggage and keep them wrinkle-free. It can accommodate between eight and 12 garments, conveniently compresses down to save you some space and includes a folding board and some helpful packing tips.

Osprey Ultralight Garment Folder: Available at Amazon

Though it may look small in pictures, the ultralight garment folder actually offers 6 liters of packing space, and the mesh material can expand for those times you need to shove a few extra items inside. Plus, the handy folding card with illustrated instructions makes it easy to get a consistent fold on all of your clothes.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Garment Folder: Available at Amazon

The Eagle Creek pack-it comes in three sizes, with the largest being able to accommodate up to 15 garments and the smallest up to seven. All are made from durable nylon that is gentle on delicate materials, and they can be hung from a hanger when you get to your destination.

Best wrinkle releasers

Downy Wrinkle Releaser: Available at Amazon

No matter how hard you try and how much care you take, you can’t always arrive at your destination with wrinkle-free clothes. That won’t be an issue, though, if you have a bottle of Downy wrinkle releaser with you. Simply spray it on your garment and give it a tug to relax the fabric and smooth out those creases.

Frey Wrinkle Release: Available at Amazon

Frey wrinkle release will not only help get rid of those unsightly creases, but it also has a nice cedar wood fragrance that can get rid of that musty smell clothes sometimes pick up when packed in luggage for too long. Eco-conscious individuals will be happy to know that it is made from all-natural and biodegradable ingredients and that the company plants a tree for every order.

Best travel irons and handheld steamers

SteamFast SF-717 Mini Steam Iron: Available at Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond

This compact iron weighs less than a pound, so you’ll hardly notice you’re carrying it in your luggage. It heats up in about 15 seconds, so you won’t be left waiting to iron your clothes when trying to rush out the door, and it is equipped with a 1.4-ounce water reservoir and one-touch steam control.

Sunbeam Hot-2-Trot Travel Iron: Available at Amazon

The Sunbeam Hot-2-Trot offers universal voltage acceptance, so you can take it on both domestic and international travels, and it has variable temperature control for use with nearly any kind of fabric. In addition to being small and convenient to pack, it’s also very affordable.

Conair Turbo Extreme Handheld Steamer: Available at Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond

The Conair Turbo Extreme is one of the smallest handheld steamers on the market that still does a good job of removing wrinkles. It takes just 40 seconds to heat up, can steam continuously for up to 15 minutes on a full tank and comes with several attachments for different types of fabrics and needs.

Beautural Steamer: Available at Amazon

This handy appliance has a 1,200-watt heater that allows it to produce enough steam to release stubborn wrinkles from garments. It comes with three attachments, one of which is a creaser, and the 8.79-ounce reservoir lets you get through plenty of clothes before you need to stop and refill it.

Brett Dvoretz is a writer for BestReviews. BestReviews is a product review company with a singular mission: to help simplify your purchasing decisions and save you time and money.

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