Top tips for packing clothes when moving

Packing clothes is probably the task related to moving that people leave for the last minute. Being honest, clothes are often left on the hanger or thrown at the truck. In the end, however, this results in more time consumed to organize everything later. Efficiently packing your clothes can save you time, space, and stress.

So we made a list of tips for organizing garments to help streamline this process.

Steps for packing clothes for a successful move

Relocating and unpacking doesn't have to be a nightmare. We've compiled these simple steps for you to make the most of your time and pack clothes wisely.

1. Purge

Moving offers a perfect opportunity to declutter stuff, and clothing is not the exception. Sort through your wardrobe and set aside items you no longer wear or want.

A good idea is to donate these articles to shelters or people in need. Some people also opt for recycling or even throwing a garage sale. Whatever you decide to do, a wardrobe clearance will save you space and money.

2. Choose the right clothing packing method

Once you’ve selected the items you want to take with you and sorted them into categories, it’s time to move on. Think about how you plan to move them. You can use many different types of packing vessels to transport your garments.

· Wardrobe boxes: Ideal for packing clothes in hangers. They make the unpacking process easier and faster.

· Cardboard boxes: These are excellent for packing folded clothing.

· Suitcases: Great to pack folded clothes and shoes.

3. Label the boxes

Moving is already chaotic enough not to organize and classify boxes. We suggest you label every box of clothes that you pack. For your process of label you can choose what works best for you: type of clothing, family member, which room it belongs to, etc.

This will help you streamline the process and save time.

4. Pack your shoes separately

It is ideal to separate shoes from other apparel. Doing so, prevents your garment from getting soiled. Consider using shoeboxes you might still have. Another thing you can do is stuffing socks and undergarments in the shoes so you can maximize your space.

5. Pack essentials for the first week

Relocating can be a burden with all the changes happening at once. And there is a chance you might not be able to unpack right away.

To prevent running out of clothes to wear, you should always have an essentials bag with changes of clothes for at least a week. You can also keep accessories, shoes, etc.

Your essentials bag will ensure that you have everything you need easily accessible during the moving process without having to go through boxes. We suggest you have the bag traveling with you in your vehicle to avoid losing it to the tide of stuff.

6. Vacuum Sealing Bags

The best way to reduce space is by vacuuming the sealing bags once you’ve packed. Removing the air will shrink the bag and its contents down to a much more easily manageable scale. As you know, saving space is crucial for relocation processes, so you’ll be grateful you vacuumed the bags. Another advantage of doing so, is it also protects your garment against odors.

7. Hire professionals

If you're too busy or stressed to handle everything on your own, think about hiring professional movers. They can help pack and move your clothes smoothly.

At Dumbo Moving, we have a team of professionals who will be happy to assist you. your relocation and packing clothes process. You can get a free quote here.