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How to Travel Wrinkle-Free

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To avoid looking wrinkled and crinkled while you're on the road, buy and pack clothes in fabrics that resist crumpling'or that at least look good even when they're a bit mussed.

From Quick Guide: Travel Tips
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  1. Step 1

    Buy fabrics in wool or silk. These natural fibers have some elasticity, which keeps them from crinkling.

  2. Step 2

    Buy synthetic fabrics or clothes that contain blends of synthetic and natural fibers. These fibers make clothing less wrinkle-prone, more durable and easier to care for.

  3. Step 3

    Opt for linen, which creases easily but 'falls out' nicely and carries off the crumpled-casual look well.

  4. Step 4

    Choose knits instead of weaves. Knitwear'which includes cable, ribbed, tricot and jersey knits'wrinkles less than woven fabrics.

  5. Step 5

    Pack intelligently. Make use of flat suitcase pockets and special packing accessories that hold clothes in place, and don't overstuff your bags.

  6. Step 6

    Consider rolling knits, denims and linens to avoid harsh fold lines.

  7. Step 7

    Unpack your bags upon arrival.

Tips & Warnings
  • Synthetics include nylon, polyester, microfibers, spandex, acrylic and acetate.
  • Cotton, like linen, is a natural fiber that creases easily (although the crumpled cotton look isn't generally in vogue). If you arrive at your destination with a few creases, hang up the clothes in the hotel bathroom while you run a steamy shower'harsh wrinkles will fall out.

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on 2/14/2006 To make clothes almost wrinkle-free, bring a little spray bottle with you and spray water on the garment. After that, smooth the garment with a book.

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on 11/22/2005 Gather the garment at the hemline in the palm of your hand. Make a fist, then release after a count of 10. The amount of wrinkles will indicate wrinkle-resistance of the fabric.

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