Travel dresses that don't crease
Pack jersey, crepe and knit, which come out of a bag looking fine. Linen creases, so wear it on purpose or leave it home. Roll, don't fold, and stick to colours that all go together.
The best travel dress is the one you can pull out of a bag and wear straight away.
Fabrics that travel well
- Jersey. Stretchy, soft and almost crease proof.
- Crepe. The grainy texture hides wrinkles.
- Merino. Warm, breathable and you can wear it more than once between washes.
- Polyester blends. Not glamorous, but they survive anything.
Linen creases within minutes. If you love it, wear it knowing it'll look lived in. A shirt dress in linen gets away with it best.
Shapes that work
A wrap dress adjusts as you go. A midi works from plane to dinner. Pick three or four dresses in colours that all go with the same shoes and one layer.
Packing
Roll each dress instead of folding it. Fewer hard lines, less space. Pack the delicate ones last, on top.
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A jersey midi
Soft, stretchy and still looks smart when you land.
- Dress
A jersey midi with a bit of stretch - Shoes
Trainers or slip-ons - Layer
A long cardigan
A jersey wrap
You can tie it tighter or looser as the day goes, and it rolls up small.
- Dress
A jersey wrap dress - Shoes
Walking sandals
A crepe midi
Crepe has a grainy texture that hides creases.
- Dress
A crepe midi in a solid colour - Shoes
Low heels
Common questions
What fabric doesn't wrinkle?
Jersey, crepe, merino and most polyester blends come out of a bag looking fine. Linen and cotton poplin crease the most.
How do I get creases out without an iron?
Hang the dress in the bathroom while you shower. The steam drops most creases in ten minutes.