By: Nikita Nikhil
Yes, rolling clothes in the luggage saves space, but it's not always the smartest hack. Here's why you should avoid this trick and what to do instead.
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Delicate fabrics like linen and silk crease more when rolled. Folding or using packing cubes is better when it comes to these fabrics.
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Jeans, jackets, and sweaters take up more space when rolled and kept in a luggage bag. Flat-folding keeps them compact in your bag.
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When everything is rolled, it's tough to find what you need quickly. Plus, it will disorganise the way you set your clothes in the first place.
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Rolling light fabric is okay. But for thick clothes, it just takes up more space. It is better to fold them to save space in luggage.
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Rolling works for clothes only. Your accessories, like shoes, belts, and jewellery, need smarter packing methods and more space in luggage.
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When it's time to unpack, you'll have to unroll everything to spot items. Flat stacks of clothes let you see them all at once.
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Use packing cubes, fold delicate items, and flat-fold bulky clothes in your luggage for a more organised and wrinkle-free trip.
To know what items you shouldn't carry in a cabin bag, click here.
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