[header] How to pack dresses [title] Place your dress on a hanger. [step] Use a velvet hanger or one with slits or hooks so your dress does not slip off during your travels. [substeps] If your dress has extra hanging ribbons attached near the straps, you can place these on the hanger to help secure your dress.
[header] How to pack dresses [title] Place your dress on a hanger. [step] Use a velvet hanger or one with slits or hooks so your dress does not slip off during your travels. [substeps] If your dress has extra hanging ribbons attached near the straps, you can place these on the hanger to help secure your dress.
[title] Stuff your dress with acid-free tissue paper if packing a wedding dress. [step] To keep the shape of your wedding gown, crumple up acid-free tissue paper, and place it inside the body and bust of your dress. If your dress has a slit or hook near the shoulder, such as a v-neck with flared sleeves, a velvet hanger is another option. [title] Hold up the dress in one hand. [title] Stretch before you use the hangers. [step] This is especially important if you plan to walk around in your dress. Make sure that there is no knot or tag attached to the dress or your dress will be very slippery and your dress may slide down on the floor. [title] Measure for full length with a dress measuring tape.