Wrinkle Free Travel Wear
After a long trip, wrinkly clothes are the last thing you want to think about. That’s why packing wrinkle free travel clothes is so enticing. Once you get where you’re going, you can just unpack and get to the good stuff, like visiting with loved ones or doing some sightseeing!
If you’re traveling this spring, it may be time to invest in wrinkle free apparel. Thankfully, you can get everything from button down shirts to dresses to pants that travel well. In this helpful guide, find out which pieces get our vote for the top picks of the year. Plus, get answers to some frequently asked questions about wrinkle free clothes.
No Iron™ Women’s Shirts & Tunics
Wrinkle free button up shirts are very popular. It used to be that cotton or linen based dress shirts had to be ironed after drying to look presentable. Now, No Iron™ shirts and tunics have made it so you get the comfort of a natural fiber without the hassle of ironing. They are smooth in appearance, and wearable out of drier without ironing.
Shirts
The No Iron™ Stretch Shirt is a mainstay. This reliable style has all the hallmarks of a button down, outfitted with a collar neckline and a flattering shirttail hem, plus fashionable button cuffs.
It can be worn in so many ways, whether on its own or as a layering piece. It’s even a good option for a swim coverup! Since it comes in a variety of prints and colors, the options are endless, making it perfect for packing light.
Tunics
No Iron™ dress shirts also include a variety of tunic styles. This longer length design boasts all the benefits of No Iron™ fabrication with a little more coverage over the hips and thighs.
Tunics are both relaxed and sophisticated, given the easy body and the dress shirt design. Plus, it’s the perfect shacket length, offering a range of styling options.
Wrinkle Free Dresses, Tops, and Bottoms
Your spring packing list should include dress shirts, but you’ll also need dresses, tanks, and bottoms for all occasions. Can you really find all these pieces in a wrinkle free fabric? Travelers™ says yes!
This collection of crossover apparel is easy to wear, easy to pack, and easy to style. In fact, the Travelers™ collection even features “classic kits” with wrinkle free tops, bottoms, and dresses that can be mixed and matched.
Occasion Dresses
The perfect little black dress is always a must, especially for a springtime getaway. The Travelers™ classic dress has everything you need in a multifunctional LBD for spring. It’s a knee length pullover design with 3/4 sleeves, a super-flattering silhouette, and wrinkle-resistant fabrication.
Tanks
When it comes to wrinkle free tops, start with something versatile, like the Travelers™ Reversible Tank. This intelligent design features a V-neck and scoop neck in one. Just reverse the side to reverse the neckline! And like the rest of the collection, this tank is travel friendly.
Skirts
When packing for a trip, go for sold skirts that can be matched with several print or solid tops, like the Travelers™ classic skirt. It hits just past the knee, offering the perfect amount of coverage for the season. Also, the pull-on waist makes it easy to wear. You can wear this skirt for hours without worrying about staying fresh, whether you’re in-transit or out on the town.
Pants
If you want two solutions in one, add the Travelers™ No Tummy pants to your packing list. Not only are they wrinkle resistant, but they also feature front darts that are designed to conceal and flatter. Finished with a pull-on waistband, these pants stay sleek.
Wrinkle Free Athleisurewear
Cabin retreats, beachfront stays, and cross-country road trips require adaptable pieces. Relaxed but fashionable skorts and tops from Zenergy™ can go the distance. These athleisurewear pieces are wrinkle-resistant, and they are made from Neema UPF fabric that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Talk about an all-in-one solution!
Skorts
What could be better than the polish of a skirt and the ease of shorts? The Zenergy™ UPF Neema Rib Mix Skort does it all. Easily dress it up or down; just trade a tee for a fashion top, and sneakers for flats to go from cruising to dining.
Tops
Black is one of the most useful colors to have in your vacation wardrobe. Adding a sporty black Zenergy™ Half Zip Pullover in a wrinkle-resistant, UPF fabric brings form and function to your looks. Just like the skort, you can dress this piece up or down. Although the fabric is lightweight, the long sleeves and collar make it optimal for layering.
Wrinkle Free Clothes FAQS
Now that you have reliable advice about this season's best wrinkle free travel clothes, let’s take a deeper look. Here are the answers to a few frequently asked questions:
What Makes Fabric Wrinkle Free?
There are a few factors that contribute to whether fabric will wrinkle. Usually, it’s a combination of weight, weave, composition, and treatment that determine if a fabric has any wrinkle resistance. In addition, clothes marketed as wrinkle free should go through testing to determine their level of resistance.
It’s said that heavier fabrics like cashmere tend to be naturally more wrinkle resistant, as well as synthetic materials such as polyester. However, it’s possible to get a more lightweight fabric like cotton or linen to wrinkle less. The weave, for example, should be much more complex to create a tighter bond, therefore giving the garment less chance to wrinkle.
However, a more complex weave could mean a rougher hand feel. That’s why it’s extremely important to use high quality cotton or linen. Often, the treatment process will also help add softness to the wrinkle free fabric.
Are Wrinkle Free and No Iron the Same Thing?
The short answer: it depends! There’s a range to a garment’s wrinkle resistance, so wrinkle free doesn’t always mean you don’t have to iron it. The benefit of many wrinkle free shirts is they stay pristine while you wear them and don't need ironing after being washed and dried in the machine.
What Makes Fabric Wrinkle?
Most fabrics wrinkle with heat and water. A garment can become creased and misshapen when it’s washed and dried. Once it cools down, the fabric forms new bonds in different shapes, causing wrinkles or dents.
Can You Iron a No Iron™ Shirt?
The simple answer: yes! Just because you don’t have to doesn’t mean you can’t.
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