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Posted On: November 2nd 2026, 03:34 pm
Same stuff. 1 suitcase. Packed 5 different ways so you don’t have to. ✈️

PART 5: FILE FOLDING

This was the method I was most curious to try.

I’ve had people recommend it to me, but I’d never actually packed this way before.

The idea is to fold your clothes to a similar size and stand them vertically in your suitcase, almost like books on a shelf. The result? You can see everything at a glance instead of digging through layers of clothes.

And I was honestly surprised by how much I could fit!

My verdict:
📦 Space: Surprisingly efficient. I was able to fit quite a bit!
⏰ Time: Takes longer because you need to fold everything carefully and consistently.
🧳 Organization: Excellent! I loved being able to see all my clothes at once without using packing cubes.

I think this could be a great alternative to packing cubes, especially if you want an organized suitcase without buying anything extra.

Have you tried file folding? I’d love to know if this is your go-to packing method or if you have any tips for getting those folds just right!

Comment FOLD for links to my packing essentials and outfits I’m bringing!

#FileFolding #PackingTips #TravelPacking #SuitcaseOrganization #PackingHacks
Comments (103)
corrinegarner2020 4 minutes ago
awalker729 an hour ago

awalker729

Toiletries, and medicines are the things that take up too much space for me. Ideas?

samy713 8 hours ago

samy713

Okay but which method saved the most space

projectdressbetter 12 hours ago

projectdressbetter

Does throwing it in last minute count?

sherry.lynn.carr 13 hours ago
taniapeterss 20 hours ago
how.i.met.my.stylist a day ago

how.i.met.my.stylist

This one works best for me cause you can see all your clothes in one glance and decide what to wear,, don’t have to take everything out ❤️

datowne47 a day ago

datowne47

I didn't see one pair of shoes which belong at the bottom of a suitcase

charliecoconutz a day ago

charliecoconutz

I always pack like this, so easy to find everything you are looking for, nothing over lapping, and you can see your color palette or theme which is dog so satisfying.

tiamurtishi a day ago

tiamurtishi

What do you use to get all the wrinkles out?

d007_1992 a day ago

d007_1992

Fold

ellenlewis_hq 2 days ago
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