How to Travel with your Wedding Gown

by Anna Novak | Sep 16, 2024 | Blog, Bridal

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Destination weddings have made a huge comeback as people finally feel comfortable returning to traveling. We're thrilled to see couples able to make their dream weddings a reality again in destinations all over the world. Planning a wedding is complicated, and adding the stress of transporting a wedding gown can be overwhelming to the bride. However, traveling on a plane with a wedding gown can actually be less intimidating if you plan ahead. For answers, we spoke to a few of our expert seamstresses for advice. Our highly skilled team of alteration experts have plenty of first hand ideas to take the stress out of traveling with your wedding dress. We’ve summarized their advice for brides flying with their gowns:

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Plan to bring your dress on-board packed inside a carry-on suitcase since airplane closet space can be very limited.
Contact the airline regarding size dimensions of bags that will fit in the overhead or under the seat in front of you.
Choose a fabric for your gown that travels well. Ideal fabrics that resist wrinkling include crepe, lace, tulle, knits and organza.
Cover any rhinestones with tissue to protect against snags.
Select a gown with minimal crinoline for easier packing.
Cover the dress in a quality plastic bag to prevent any moisture.
Place a large bow on the handle of your suitcase for clear identification and place names and address labels outside and inside the suitcase.
Bring a small sewing kit for any last-minute alterations.
Request a steamer be available upon arrival at the hotel for any last-minute touch-ups.
Communicate well with your seamstress and ask her to help with packing suggestions.
Advise the airline boarding agent that you are traveling with your wedding dress.
Request priority boarding if possible.
Hang the gown in an open, secure area as soon as you arrive at your destination to minimize wrinkles.

When shopping for your wedding dress, let your stylist know that you need a gown that travels well. There are so many beautiful fabric choices that are easy to pack and appropriate for the climate of your destination wedding. Remember that Industry experts have so much knowledge that they are happy to share.