11 Best Garment Bags for Travel, According to Our Editors

Best tote bag

Madison Flager, Traveler’s associate commerce director, brought this garment tote to a wedding in upstate New York and loved how much it was able to hold. “I was able to hang two dresses, one for the rehearsal dinner and the other for the ceremony,” she says. “It stores heels and accessories in its dedicated pockets.” And the center area held her makeup, toiletry bags, and a purse. “I wouldn't recommend loading it up too much beyond that, as it can get quite heavy," says Flager.

Dimensions: 21" x 15" x 5.5"
Weight: 2.2 lb.

Best weekender bag

As someone who prefers to pack light, associate editor Matt Ortile appreciates multi-functional gear, like this hybrid garment-bag-duffel-bag by Halfday. It's a garment bag that removes the stress of folding clothes like suits and dresses, but offers the added functionality of transforming into a weekender and carrying all your other must-haves like a Dopp kit. Ortile packed it for a weekend in the Bahamas and found it to be most ideal for short trips. “I was able to pack two suits, some shirts, a pair of jeans, and some, but not all, of my essentials; I still had to bring a carry-on suitcase onto the plane.”

Dimensions: 22" x 12" x 12"
Weight: 2.3 lb.

Best slim garment sleeve

Another favorite of Kenny's comes from Monos, one of our editors' go-to brands for chic and durable luggage. "I turn to this slim, lightweight garment sleeve when I'm limited on packing space in my suitcase but still want to keep a special dress or two protected," she says. “It holds three pieces of clothing and can be folded down into the shape of a briefcase to fit neatly in a carry-on.” (Kenny's put it inside her Monos carry-on and still had room to put more clothes on top.) This is a bag that actually feels well-made and does a great job of preventing creases and wrinkles while in transit. “I'd recommend this option for business travelers, wedding guests, or anyone short on space,” she says. The Check-In option is great for a little more room, but it's available in a Carry-On version, too.

Dimensions: 22.8" × 44.1" × 1.2"
Weight: 1.85 lb.

Best extra long bag

It's no secret that our editors swear by luggage from Dagne Dover. The brand's Capri garment bag looks sleek and offers plenty of room for any wedding weekend. It can hold up to three or four dresses or suits, and fits heaps of accessories, from socks to jewelry, with four zipper pockets. There’s also larger pockets in the lower half of the garment bag, each with enough space for a pair of shoes. One reviewer boasted that she was able to pack six dresses inside, two of them being ball gowns, for a dance competition in Mexico. It also features a hook to hang up once you’re there, a luggage handle attachment strap, and two smaller, easy-to-access pockets for your passport or phone. Plus, it's extra long, so you don't have to fold your items at the bottom of the bag.

Dimensions: 22.5" x 1.25" x 18" 
Weight: 3.1 lb.

Best rolling garment bag

It looks like a small carry-on, but it's actually a garment bag on wheels. Lara Kramer, Traveler's former global associate director of audience development, used this rolling garment carry-on for her honeymoon in Italy, Croatia, and Montenegro a few summers ago. While smaller than an average carry-on, Kramer told us it holds way more than you think. “I was able to pack a few nice dresses and my husband fit an entire suit, all of which remained wrinkle-free, which was a game changer,” she says. Kramer also loves that when you purchase this bag, it comes with a plan that covers the cost of repairs or damage from airlines for up to one year, including shipping costs. “Yes, this bag glides seamlessly through airports and is incredibly durable thanks to its nylon fabric with Duraguard coating, but the lay-flat garment bag design is the real gem of this carry-on," says Kramer.

Dimensions: 14" x 22" x 9.5"
Weight: 9.9 lb.

Best for compact folding

A simple yet functional option, Briggs and Riley's Garment Folder can be used on its own or packed into a checked suitcase (consider the brand's Sympatico Medium expander spinner, a favorite of commerce writer Jessica Chapel). Briggs and Riley stands out for its high-quality designs that are built to last—and this folder is sustainably made from over 21 recycled water bottles. Travelers are able to maximize packing space with its adjustable wings that compress the contents inside, where there’s also a folding board for efficiency (with included instructions on the best folding techniques). Due to its lightweight, compact structure, the garment fits up to four shirts or three pairs of pants, so it’s best for shorter trips or business conferences. (For something a little bigger, the brand also offers a hangable garment sleeve that fits one suit and two shirts or two dresses.)

Dimensions: 16.5" x 13"
Weight: 12 oz.

Best lightweight bag

Made of polyester, the OOO Traveling garment bag is super lightweight at just 0.8 ounces and has a full-length center zip closure that keeps your nicer items in pristine condition. Alison Bruhn, stylist and co-founder of The Style That Binds Us, likes that the garment bag can be folded inside a suitcase or folded in three sections and slipped over the retractable handle of your luggage. We also love the under-$70 price tag of this light-as-air bag.

Dimensions: 19" x 37.5"
Weight: 0.8 oz.

Best Amazon find

A duffel bag and garment bag all in one, this convertible bag from Amazon can be used for all sorts of trips. When you're not using it as a classic garment bag to keep dresses and suits wrinkle-free, it doubles as a regular, tear-resistant weekender bag with a side compartment to store shoes and adjustable shoulder strap that makes it easy to carry. LNA Clothing co-founder Lauren Alexander loves this one for special occasions. “This convertible garment bag can fit so much stuff and is super affordable,” she says. “I have yet to find a name brand that makes one as good as this.” This waterproof duffel has plenty of smart features, like a trolley sleeve, detachable shoulder strap, handle buckle, and several small pockets for jewelry or other accessories.

Dimensions: 37.5" x 20.8" x 45"
Weight: 2.5 lb.

Best durable cover

If you're looking for a simple, no-frills garment bag that will last for years to come, look no further than Tumi's garment cover. This one checks all the boxes—it features a top carry handle, has a sturdy zip closure, and is long enough to fit a formal gown or men’s suit. Plus, this nylon garment cover is durable enough to reuse again and again. At just over one pound, this garment cover is lightweight and folds flat for easy packing.

Dimensions: 18" x 12.5" x 1"
Weight: 1.1 lb.