The 12 Best Garment Bags to Buy, According to a Travel Expert

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Traveling with delicate dresses, starched pants or precious formalwear is simple when you have a trusty garment bag. The retro luggage essential has gotten some updates over the years, becoming a must-have for the stylish traveler. Innovative features, like roll bars that reduce wrinkles, are elevating garment bags to a new level of functionality. With such advancements, investing in a modern garment bag is a travel essential for anyone who wants to keep their clothing in tip-top shape.

Anne Liles, co-owner of The Travel Studio in Birmingham, Alabama, recalls her parents sporting waxed canvas garment bags back in the day—and she has found herself turning to this luggage option for road trips, business travel and weekends away. Her monogrammed Neely and Chloe garment bag has become a trusty companion. She says, "When you are going to a wedding or you are going to an event, it's a [good option]."

However, finding a garment bag that runs the gamut of your travel needs is easier said than done. To help take the guesswork out of it, the VERANDA team has curated a selection of the best garment bags designed to perfectly suit you and your needs. Keep reading to learn the easiest way for your clothes to travel wrinkle-free.

The Traveler Bag

Neely and Chloe has been focused on creating well-made, accessible luxury since its start—and The Traveler Bag is the brand at its finest. Our expert agrees saying, "I love the backstory that the bag was inspired by a vintage garment bag of their dad's. Finding a sleek garment bag with shoe pockets and stain proof canvas is definitely a plus too."

This garment bag has all the fun specs you could dream of, including thoughtful personalization and a tough canvas that can stand the test of time.

Material: canvas, pebble leather and coated cotton twill | Height: 39'' open; 20'' closed

Packable Large Garment Bag

The Calpack Packable Large Garment Bag is the travel bag for the modern era with its spacious exterior pockets, water-resistant materials and sophisticated style.

Available in fun colors and with a unique trifold design, this innovative bag will make packing a breeze.

What reviewers say: "I’m an avid overpacker and this garment bag saved me $100 for overweight baggage thanks to all the extra pockets! Use it on almost every trip I can."

Material: nylon and polyester | Height: 48'' open; 17'' closed

The Garment Bag

If you've been in an airport recently, you know that Away is everywhere. The brand is taking over the travel industry, and this bag will take its spot as your primary personal item. With thoughtfully designed pockets and an all-around zip closure, you can be sure that your items will stay safe and neat.

Our favorite detail about this bag would have to be the Trolley sleeve, which secures the garment bag to your rolling carry-on while going through the airport.

Material: nylon with leather | Height: 22.5'' closed

Garment Sleeve

If you are looking for a garment bag that will fit within your rolling luggage, look no further than this fine option from Monos. Designed with a focus on keeping your clothes wrinkle-free during transit, this bag nestles perfectly within the confines of your preferred rolling suitcase. The sleeve is offered in two sizes, carry-on and check-in, making it a more versatile pick.

Material: nylon | Height: carry-on: 36.2'' open; 12.2'' closed check-in: 44.1'' open; 5.3" closed

Garment Cover

Not interested in all the bells and whistles of the other designs on this list? Tumi has got you covered. This simple, yet well-made garment bag is produced for the sole purpose of holding your suits and other clothes well.

Material: nylon with leather detailing | Height: 18.8'' closed

Waxed Canvas Garment Bag

The waxed canvas material and the antique brass detailing of this garment bag give it a handsome feel that we love in travel accessories. It's the perfect gift to give for a guy who often finds himself on the go. He can easily fit a suit with all its accoutrements and his dress shoes within this great bag.

Material: waxed canvas | Height: 48'' open

Silhouette 17 Spinner Garment Bag

Sometimes a softer garment bag just isn't going to cut it. If you are someone who travels often, consider this rolling option from Samsonite. Full of the brand's innovative technology, this bag has everything you want in a garment bag—from shoe storage to clothing straps—on wheels.

Material: PolyesterRecyclex® | Height: 56.3'' open; 22.8'' closed

Leather-Trim Hybrid Garment Duffel

We love Ralph Lauren for many reasons, but now, we're adding stylish travel accessories to the list. This chic bag is perfect for a long weekend. While you wouldn't know this at the first glance, this duffel bag completely unzips, allowing for your more sophisticated clothes, like your suit jacket or favorite dress, to lay flat and remain wrinkle free. The rest of your items can go within the traditional duffle compartments.

Material: polyester with leather trim | Height: 21.5'' closed

Michael Garment Bag

MZ Wallace has always been our favorite travel companion for its lightweight bags and non-traditional colors and patterns—and the Michael Garment Bag follows suit. The signature textured material is sure to keep your clothes protected wherever you go.

What reviewers say: "I have been interested in a MZ Wallace garment bag for a while. It is perfect! Just right proportions and size. Thoughtful design and construction details."

Material: polyester with leather trim | Height: 39.02'' open

Check In Garment Sleeve

Made from 34 recycled bottles, the Briggs & Riley Garment Sleeve is as good for the environment as it is at keeping your items wrinkle-free. It's thoughtfully constructed with roll bars within the bag to keep clothes in place while in transit.

What reviewers say: "Just the right thing to hold a suit and a shirt or two. I put this in my suitcase for a short time and then shook the suit out and let it hang and no wrinkles to be seen. Quality construction and ultra light weight."

Material: recycled polyester and mesh | Height: 22'' open

Gravely Garment Bag

If you are about to hit the road, the classic style of the Gravely Garment Bag is just what you need. The bag can fit up to three suits and has pockets for all other essentials like belts, shoes and wallets.

Material: lather detailing; fabric interior | Height: 40'' open; 20'' closed

Tri-Fold Garment Bag

This Amazon garment bag is an absolute steal. This bag is perfect for all kinds of travel with a front pocket organizer that holds everything you would need, from headphones to a sport coat.

Material: polyester | Height: dependent on size selected. Varying from 21.1'' to 40''

Why do I need a garment bag?

A garment bag solves the age-old question: How do I travel with my black-tie clothes or work suits? For events and work functions that are further away from home and require a certain dress code, a garment bag is the simplest way to travel wrinkle-free. The garment bag comes in handy, especially if your hotel doesn't offer a laundry service or you are wary of traveling with a portable steam iron.

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