How to Pack a Wedding Dress Into a Travel Box



A wedding dress should be protected in order to keep its shape, color and details intact. When traveling with the dress, take steps to pack it carefully to avoid wrinkles and tears and prevent crushing.

Pack your wedding dress into a garment bag. As you are packing the wedding dress, make sure to place it evenly in the bag, without wrinkling or bunching any part of the dress as best you can.

Stuff the sleeves of the dress -- if it has sleeves -- and the bodice of the dress with tissue paper that is free of acids or dyes. This ensures that the dress retains its shape and does not flatten in transit.

Seal the garment bag. Fold it carefully and tuck it gently into a strong box for traveling. Make sure that the box does not bend or fold easily, as this may cause creases in the dress once it reaches its destination.

Seal the box. If the box is strong enough, duct tape or packing tape should do the job. Do not use something like super glue, as you will want to be able to open the box once you have reached your destination.

Pack the box with the dress inside the garment bag into a hard suitcase to ensure that nothing bends or breaks in transit. Carry the suitcase with you if you are flying -- check with your airline as to carry-on luggage sizing -- and tuck it into an overhead compartment. If you are traveling for your wedding or simply transporting your gown, you should always try to carry it on so you do not lose it. Wedding dresses are expensive and it would be disastrous to lose it before your big day.

Label your suitcase clearly with your name, address and phone number. A luggage tag would work, but you might also consider writing this information on your suitcase in large letters with a silver or gold pen.