k1koala Posted June 19, 2016 #26 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I went looking for the wrinkle relaxer today and tried several stores. I was finally told it has been discontinued. :( Really? I just bought some more at Target. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Rose Posted June 19, 2016 #27 Share Posted June 19, 2016 WOW!! I didn't check Target, but I definitely will. I'm surprised the store told me it had been discontinued when it really sounds like it hasn't. Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoncom Posted June 19, 2016 #28 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I also roll. Helps to also pack at last possible moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockdoctor Posted June 19, 2016 #29 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I pack each day's clothes in a 2 1/2 gallon ziplock bag, put it on a chair, sit on it and squeeze the air out. Then I throw the bags in the suitcase. It's almost magical. No wrinkles. Can't explain it, but it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Rose Posted June 22, 2016 #30 Share Posted June 22, 2016 Really? I just bought some more at Target. :confused: Thanks, again! I went to Target tonight and they did indeed have the Downy Wrinkle Releaser. I had to ask for help because I couldn't find it. The girl knew they had the travel size (didn't know it came that way, but I picked up a couple) and then was able to find the regular size. Hope this stuff works!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaniecrazed2 Posted June 24, 2016 #31 Share Posted June 24, 2016 I fold and then pack them inside packing cells/cubes. I'm in Australia so I bought the Kathmandu packing cells when they were on sale 3 for $30. I use 3 for all my clothes and the clothes survive the trip without much wrinkles. Once on board, they go on hangers and a little spritz of water helps the wrinkles and fold creases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather1972 Posted June 27, 2016 #32 Share Posted June 27, 2016 I try to bring clothes that don't wrinkle. I just recently started using packing cubes. LOVE THEM. I get so much into such a small space. My clothes don't shift around (get wrinkled) and I was able to take a smaller suitcase than normal. Plus unpacking when you get to your room is a breeze. I got ebags packing cubes on amazon. They were cheaper than ebags itself. Go figure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffy116 Posted June 28, 2016 #33 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Packing cubes and Downey Wrinkle Release. If we have a few wrinkles, it's not the end of the world. I'm on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4Ama Posted June 28, 2016 #34 Share Posted June 28, 2016 We just finished a 7 day cruise and packed clothing came out beautifully! My suggestions are to use packing cubes or even 2 gallon ziplock bags for undies, bras, socks, ect. When TSA goes through your bags...those things stay intact. :-) I wrapped shoes in bags along the edge of the suit case....filling them with bagged small toiletries, ect. I rolled (tightly) most of everything else, except dockers/pants. I hung everything as soon as possible...plenty of hangers provided! I used Downy Wrinkle Release for the very few things that appeared wrinkled. AND, just to share....the room steward will have your dress shirt pressed for you! [emoji4][emoji106] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ray98 Posted July 3, 2016 #35 Share Posted July 3, 2016 (edited) Yes....rolling works exceptionally well. I can usually pull out a pair of slacks and have no wrinkles at all. We use a wrinkle release spray for everything else. Edited July 3, 2016 by ray98 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted July 3, 2016 #36 Share Posted July 3, 2016 (edited) We layer and pack tight. Some stuff still gets wrinkled. But, hanging some of the stuff on hangers by the shower (steam) helps. And our daughters hair straightener CHI helps on sleeves and pants. Just saying Edited July 3, 2016 by Lionesss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamkmm2 Posted July 3, 2016 #37 Share Posted July 3, 2016 Depending on the wrinkles, Downy wrinkle release works really well. I get mine in the "travel size" areas at most every store that sells such things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMerritt Posted July 4, 2016 #38 Share Posted July 4, 2016 I use the Eagle Creek packs and packing cubes. They keep things relatively wrinkle free and organized. Roz And when I unpack, I just leave everything in the cubes and toss cube and all into the drawers! I can unpack in 5 minutes and undies etc stay together, Love the cubes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMerritt Posted July 4, 2016 #39 Share Posted July 4, 2016 I went looking for the wrinkle relaxer today and tried several stores. I was finally told it has been discontinued. :( All sizes available on Amazon:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremiah1212 Posted July 9, 2016 #40 Share Posted July 9, 2016 Google One Bag and you will find a very useful site. I gave up on packing cubes and rolling a long time ago. Packing cubes just keep things organized but do nothing for wrinkles. If you're still folding your clothes, they will come out wrinkled. You can also get some horribly wadded up clothes with rolling if it's not done correctly. If there's a crease folded in your clothes, you will get a wrinkles. No way around it. I always do the bundle or burrito method. Clothes aren't folded so there are no wrinkles and you can fit a lot more in your bag. I hate not being able to iron on a cruise but this approach will pretty much eliminate any wrinkles. Unpack and hang stuff up as soon as you can and you'll be good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4Ama Posted July 10, 2016 #41 Share Posted July 10, 2016 Definitely use 2-1/2 gallon zip bags. (Packing cubes are fancier and cost more but are not see through). This saved us with TSA. They checked our bags....took stuff out!!! Bras and panties, hubby's undies: all packed tightly in zip bags. They were examined and squished and then put back. Can you imagine if not in zip bags? Yuck! I couldn't believe what I was watching. From now on ALL my stuff is rolled and packed tightly in bags. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarbleAngel Posted July 10, 2016 #42 Share Posted July 10, 2016 I pack each day's clothes in a 2 1/2 gallon ziplock bag, put it on a chair, sit on it and squeeze the air out. Then I throw the bags in the suitcase. It's almost magical. No wrinkles. Can't explain it, but it works. :)Rockdoctor - Thank you for posting on First Time Cruisers and "How To Pack". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idraconis Posted July 11, 2016 #43 Share Posted July 11, 2016 My two cents. When I get to my cabin and unpack, most wrinkled clothes are hung in the closet. And that works most of the time. Stubborn wrinkles I hang in the bathroom while the shower is on. I also found a spray on Amazon. Atlas wrinkle release by Cold Iron. It works well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatBride Posted July 11, 2016 #44 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I discovered the rolling technique by mistake when I was attempting to fit 12 days worth of clothes in one bag and could only fit them by rolling. I wish I'd discovered it sooner. Now I generally travel with all of my clothes one Louis Vuitton Keepall 55. The only way I can manage this is to roll my clothes. I unpack as soon as I get to my destination and never have trouble with wrinkles. There may be a little crease here and there, but they're easily sorted out by hanging the item in the steamy bathroom while I shower. DH does the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillygirl63 Posted July 11, 2016 #45 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I second the Oil of Olay approach to fighting those dreaded wrinkles! Someone said that you weren't allowed to bring a steamer on board. I have brought mine on every cruise. I thought it was just irons that were not permitted. Maybe different lines have different rules about that, and I will have to check that out for my upcoming cruise. I also fold everything with a sheet of tissue paper that you use for gifts and don't really have to use the steamer that much anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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