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Pack the perfect suitcase

Make the most of your suitcase space

Take everything you need on holiday with our top tips to perfect packing:

  • Pack your toiletries in a plastic bag within your wash bag, and place it in the centre of your case, this will protect it from knocks and spillages.

  • Lay delicate items of clothing as flat as possible with as few folds as you can. Place sheets of tissue paper between the folds to limit creases.

  • Roll trousers and skirts to avoid creases or fold marks.

  • Stuff shoes with small items of clothing to use up every inch of space. This also helps delicate shoes keep their shape.

  • Always ensure you have a luggage label on your case with your name, contact phone number and flight number. It's advisable not to include your home address.

  • A piece of coloured ribbon tied to the handle will make it easier to identify your case on the carousel.

    Where to buy

    Quadrant medium case, from £99, Prism range, Antler

    Luggage tag, £4, Source

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