When going on a trip you bring along various sets of clothes be it formal, casual or semiformal and you stuff everything inside your luggage. Packing your formal wear along with the rest is really not a good idea since there is a risk for it to get all wrinkled and bunched up. To keep your formal wear from losing its beauty it would be better if you pack it separately by using a garment bag. A garment bag is designed to keep your clothes especially those under the formal wear category from getting ruined. Rushing to buy a garment bag? It would be best if you check these out first. 1. Think about what you need the garment bag for. Always keep in mind your needs for the trip. There is no generic design for a garment bag so think about the clothes you are going to put in it. Some garment bags are designed for suits, some for gowns and there are also garment bags made to hold your folded shirts and blouses. Discern first before you buy one. 2. Check in or carry on Before purchasing one decide on how you will bring your garment bag. If you choose to check in your bag make sure that it is sturdy enough to be able to endure the rough handling that it may go through at the airport. If you decide that it would be best to bring the garment bag on board as a carry on then you must take note of its size. Different airlines have different guidelines as to the size and weight of the luggage that you are allowed to bring on board so always keep these in mind. It would be best if you choose a garment bag that is small enough to fit in the overhead compartment or underneath your seat. 3. Inside storage Buying a garment bag with extra storage inside will allow you to bring more stuff. Extra storage will not only decongest your main luggage it will also lessen its weight. Pick a garment bag that has pockets for toiletries and other miscellaneous items you might bring on the trip. 4. Easy to move around A garment bag with wheels is a good choice since this will allow you to easily move it from one place to another. However, if a wheeled bag is not available then choose a garment bag that can be placed on top of larger wheeled luggage. Take note of the garment bag's carrying options. A garment bag that has a detachable shoulder strap, a sturdy handle and wheels is a good choice since you can either carry it on your shoulder or move it around using the wheels. 5. Locking system The zippers on the bag should slide easily and it should be sturdy enough. Inspect all the zipper and edges first before finally buying the bag. Everything should be intact and in good condition since you don't want your garment bag to suddenly open and spill its contents while you are navigating your way around the airport. 6. Quality Take into considerations the materials used to manufacture the bag. The longevity of your garment bag will really depend on how it was created. A garment bag made of waterproof and puncture-proof material is always the best choice. Examples of materials known for its durability are the following: canvas, micro ballistic nylon and of course leather. 7. Specifications / Special features Look for a garment bag that has additional features. If you don't want stains to be visible on your bag, pick one that is dark colored like black or dark brown. To keep your clothes from getting messed up, go for the garment bag that promises wrinkle free clothes when you take it out. 8. Weight If you want to pack more into your garment bag without going over the allowable luggage weight, then choose a garment bag that weighs less. Buying a heavy garment bag will restrict the number of clothes you can put in it and you might end up bringing more luggage than expected. Always keep in mind the things mentioned above. This way you will spare yourself from the agony of picking the wrong garment bag for your clothes. | 
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