Mastering the Art of Efficient Travel: How to Pack Your Blazer in 5 Easy Steps

Quick Answer: How Do You Pack a Blazer Without Wrinkles?

  1. Empty the pockets and button the jacket.
  2. Turn one shoulder inside out and tuck the other shoulder into it.
  3. Fold it in half lengthwise, then once more if needed.
  4. Lay it flat on top of your other clothes.
  5. Hang it as soon as you arrive.

A blazer is the most useful thing to bring on a business trip, and the easiest to crush. This shoulder-tuck method protects its shape and keeps creases to a minimum.

Which Blazer Travels Best?

A knit or stretch blazer in navy or grey is ideal. It resists wrinkles, recovers quickly and works for meetings and dinners. Shop sport jackets and blazers.

How to Pack It, Step by Step

1. Choose the right bag

A suitcase that's long enough to lay the folded blazer flat. A garment bag works too.

2. Prepare the blazer

Empty the pockets, button the jacket and make sure it's clean and pressed before you fold it.

3. Fold with the shoulder tuck

Hold the blazer by the shoulders with the lining facing you. Turn one shoulder inside out, then tuck the other shoulder into it. The lapels and outer fabric are now protected inside.

4. Fold and place

Fold the blazer in half lengthwise, then in half again if needed. Lay it flat on top of your other clothes, where nothing heavy will press on it.

5. Unpack right away

Hang it as soon as you arrive, ideally in the bathroom while you shower so the steam relaxes any creases.

Unpacking Without Damage

  • Unfold it on a flat surface.
  • Untuck the shoulders carefully.
  • Hang it on a wide, shaped hanger.
  • Steam or hang in a steamy bathroom to remove light creases.

What Else to Pack

Heading somewhere warm? Our vacation wardrobe guide covers shirts, shorts and outfit ideas. New to blazers? See how to wear a blazer.

FAQ

Will my blazer wrinkle in a suitcase?

Some, but the shoulder-tuck fold keeps creases to a minimum.

How do I remove wrinkles after travel?

Hang it in a steamy bathroom or use a steamer.

What blazer is best for travel?

A stretch or knit blazer that resists wrinkles.

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