Use compression bags to shrink bulky clothing

Travel compression bags remove trapped air from bulky garments like sweaters, hoodies, and puffy jackets, reducing their volume by up to 50-80%. They are especially useful for winter travel or when packing soft, compressible items.

How to Use

1. Place bulky items in the bag: Sweaters, fleece layers, and down jackets benefit most. Avoid stiff or structured garments.
2. Seal and compress: For roll-up bags, close the zipper and roll tightly from the bottom to force air out through one-way vents. For vacuum-seal bags, attach a vacuum nozzle to the valve.
3. Pack the compressed bags flat: Stack them at the bottom or along the back panel of your suitcase.

Tips

• Roll-up compression bags are more practical for travel since they need no vacuum cleaner
• Clothes will come out wrinkled, so save these bags for knits and fleece rather than dress shirts
• Compression bags reduce volume but not weight, so watch airline weight limits