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Pack jackets inside out

Rule 53


Pack jackets inside out

To prevent wrinkles in a packed suit, turn the jacket inside out and push the shoulders through. Now place the jacket in a plastic bag from a dry cleaner—the plastic minimizes friction, which causes most wrinkles. Fold it in half lengthwise, then fold it over a second time, bringing the collar down to the hem. Wrap the pants in another dry-cleaning bag and fold them into thirds. Note: The enemy of packed clothing is movement, so use the straps in your suitcase to secure your suit.

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Quick tip for travel, take advantage of the "rush" dry cleaning most hotels have, pack a tide-to-go stick, and pack a ziplock bag of laundry detergent (powder) in case of emergency. Nothing worse on a multiple day business trip than messing up a shirt when you can't get it to the dry cleaners fast enough.