We all find packing a bit more tedious than it actually is. Last-minute packing leads to stress and anxiety, and the particular reason behind it is not knowing what things are essential to pack and carry along with you. This article has some tips and tricks to make your suitcase more spacious and what you need to carry along with you to make your journey easy and enjoyable.Â
Carry A Medium And An Efficient Size Suitcase
The best you can do to avoid carrying extra unwanted stuff is to maintain a small suitcase of not more than 22 inches. Having a medium-sized suitcase will enable you to squeeze it anywhere and move it efficiently.Â
Pack Clothes Wisely
Gather all the clothes you will need, according to the days you are going, and then cut out those you think won’t pair with anything. Then, you can visualize what tops pair well with which bottoms and make sure you carry tops and fewer jeans, which will go well with everything. Doing so will help you carry just the essentials and enable you to look chic and trendy with minimal effort.Â
Pack Those Fabrics Which Are Wrinkle-Resistant
If you are going to a cold place, you can choose wool and cotton so that you don’t have to iron them again and again. Such fabrics are versatile and wrinkle-free. Bottoms like yoga plants are fantastic to carry along as they are comfortable, can be used as pajamas, and go well with wools and sweatshirts. Carry dresses and pieces of cotton if you are planning to visit the beach.Â
Roll And Pack To Make Your Suitcase More Spacious Â
Rolling is the best and most efficient way to stuff your clothes in your suitcase, making your bag more spacious. Using this technique, you can easily fit as many clothes as you want in your suitcase. Undergarments, cotton clothes, dresses, T-shirts, jeans, leggings, etc., are some things that can be easily rolled and packed without worrying about wrinkles. Next, roll those garments with softer fabric and fold those with a little more complex material. Then, roll, and you can pack your sneakers, make-up, etc., everything quickly without any struggle.Â
Arrange Your Clothes In A Proper WayÂ
Always place the softer garments before and the hard folded clothes on top of them. You can set the longer items like dresses and skirts in the middle section. Stack your garments on top of one another and arrange them alternatively, waist with hems. Fold all your clothes the right way, and you can watch some youtube videos if you do not know how to roll your garments. This trick will help you with more space and give you more room to stash other things in your suitcase.Â
Use A Dry-Cleaning Bag To Cover The Pile
Many clothes have a slippery fabric and do not stay in place, so you can simply cover them using a cleaning bag to solve this issue. To follow this, just place a bag in between each layer of your garments. This trick will also make it easier for you to unpack all your clothes.Â
Arrange Your Clothes According To Your Needs
Arrange your clothes according to your days. The clothes you need first must be placed on top. Every day, undergarments that you will need must be kept in a corner on the top to make them easily accessible.Â
How To Pack Your ShoesÂ
If you are a sneakerhead and pack more shoes than your clothes, this tip is not for you. Instead, consider carrying one pair of slippers or flip-flops, one pair of chic stilettos, and one pair of sneakers. Shoes and stilettoes take a lot of room, so make sure you create space for them before themselves, or you will have to carry another bag for your footwear. You must cover all your shoes in a newspaper or a plastic bag to prevent any germs and dirt from getting on your clean clothes.Â
How To Pack Toiletries And Beauty ProductsÂ
Always pack all your toiletries, whether it’s your toothbrush, lotion, oils, comb, etc., in one kit. And place them on top of your bag. If you want to carry your makeup products as well, then either you can keep them in the same kit where you’ve put your toiletries, or you can even make another small kit to keep your makeup products in it. Make sure you don’t carry liquids in your handbag.Â
Jewelry And Expensive ItemsÂ
Carry your jewelry in a safety kit, and keep them in a soft case, which can protect your accessories. It is better to wear expensive jewels to keep them safe. And if you are carrying any other fragile objects, make sure you have enough space to avoid the risk of breakage. You can also use clothing as padding. Place these things in the center of your suitcase and surround them with sturdy clothes.Â
What To Do With Your Dirty Laundry?Â
Carry plastic bags to stuff in all your dirty socks and undergarments. This will help you to avoid dirtying your new clean clothes and other stuff. Carry as many plastic bags as you can to keep all your dirty clothes in them.Â
What Type Of Carry-on And Check-in Luggage Bag?
Carry on suitcases vary widely in size and shape. You must choose the one that is best for you.Â
- Two vs. Four wheelsÂ
Four-wheelers are the best as you can carry them any way you want. You can drag them behind you or straight-up walk with them. Two-wheelers only enable you to pull them behind you. Four-wheelers are comparatively less susceptible to damage.Â
- Get Durable bags if you’re always on the go
If you travel frequently, you need a good quality durable bag, which might cost you $500-$700. You can choose any brand of your liking. There are more than 60 brands to choose from, which offer a guarantee and warranty of 5-7 years.Â
- Soft vs. hard shell bagsÂ
Hard as well as soft shell bags are durable and have their own advantages. However, it ultimately depends on your choice of which one you find more convenient. Hard-cover bags provide better protection to your luggage and are more durable, whereas soft cover bags are often very convenient and offer more space.Â
To Sum Up
Of course, the traveling checklist goes up if you are traveling with babies or the elderly or in times of pandemic! But these simple tips will keep your worries at bay. So, if you are going on a solo trip, keep the tips above in mind!Â