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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