How to Pack Ties

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If you’re traveling and need to pack formal wear, it’s important that you properly pack your ties so that they aren’t wrinkled when you get to your destination. To correctly pack ties, you can roll them, fold them, or pack them with your suit jacket. Regardless of which method you use, if you pack your ties correctly, you can ensure that they are wearable when you arrive at your location.

Method 1
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Rolling up Your Tie

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  1. Fold the tie so that it’s inside out and the front of the tie is facing inward. Folding the tie like this will protect the front of the tie from getting dirty or wrinkled while it’s in your suitcase or bag. [1]
  2. Lay the tie down so that the thinner end of the tie is on top. The inside portion of the front of the tie should be facing up. [2]
    • You can use a flat surface like an ironing board or table.
    • Clean off the flat surface before you fold your clothes on it.
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  3. You can put a pair of socks on top of your tie to help you roll it but it isn’t necessary. Start rolling the smaller end of the tie and continue down the length of the tie until it’s completely rolled up. When you're done it should look like a cylinder. [3]
  4. Putting your tie in a ziplock bag or tie box will help it stay rolled up and will protect it from getting dirty. [4] Tie boxes are small cardboard boxes designed to store rolled up ties that you can purchase online or at a suit store. [5]
    • If you are rolling up more than a single tie, get a ziplock bag that is large enough to accommodate all of them.
    • If you don’t have a tie box or a ziplock bag, you can usually fit a rolled up tie into the foot-hole of your shoe.
  5. Tuck the ties into a corner so that they don’t move around or unravel. You can fit the ties in any snug fitting spot in your luggage or in zipped internal pockets if you have them.
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Folding Your Tie

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  1. Most ties will come with a loop on the backside of the front of the tie. Fold the tie over and run the small end through the loop so that the front of the tie is facing outward. [6]
  2. Pull on both ends of the tie so that it's taut. The tie should be folded in half, lengthwise. The front of the tie should still be facing outward. [7]
  3. Pull the smaller end through the loop again, and make sure that both ends of the tie line up. The tie should now be folded over twice. [8]
  4. Position the tie on your pants, jacket, or shirt and put another piece of folded clothing on top of it. This will keep it flat and prevent it from becoming wrinkled. [9]
    • You can also put your folded ties in a tie box or ziplock bag.
  5. Tie cases are made specifically to store ties as you travel. Place your folded tie under the elastic straps inside of the case to hold them in place. A tie case is a more expensive option, but may be worth it if you're packing expensive ties.
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Packing Your Tie with a Suit

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  1. If you are using a suitcase or a book bag, use one of the other two methods. This method is best used with a suit bag because, if you have to fold the suit to fit it in a suitcase, it may also leave fold lines in your ties.
  2. Get a traditional hanger that looks like a triangle. The felt material will prevent the tie from slipping off. [10] Put the left and right corners of the coat hanger into the arms of your suit, then use the hook to hold it up.
    • Other materials like wood and plastic may be too slippery to hold the tie in place.
  3. Thread the smaller end of the tie through the bottom part of the hanger so that the tie is folded over it. Line up both ends of the tie. [11]
  4. Push the skinny end of the tie through the loop attached to the back of the tie itself. This will keep the tie from slipping off the hanger or coming undone.
  5. Place the suit inside of the suit bag and position the hook on the hanger so that it sticks through the hole in the suit bag. Then, zip up the suit bag and use the hanger to carry your suit. Your tie should now be packed with your suit.
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    How do you roll a tie for travel?
    Kathi Burns, CPO®
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    Place your rolled-up tie into an empty paper towel roll, then cut the roll to fit the tie. If it's a really thick tie, wrap it around the outside of the paper towel roll, then put a sock over it.
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      Things You'll Need

      Rolling up Your Tie

      • Ziplock bag or tie box
      • Luggage
      • Rolled up socks (optional)

      Folding Your Tie

      • Luggage
      • Ziplock bag or tie box (optional)

      Packing Your Tie with a Suit

      • Felt coat hanger
      • Tie case (optional)
      • Suit bag

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      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98Bditu_EUA&feature=youtu.be&t=25s
      2. ↑ http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/how-to-pack-a-tie
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98Bditu_EUA&feature=youtu.be&t=33s
      4. ↑ http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/how-to-pack-a-tie
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CvzNi6_2fA&feature=youtu.be&t=40s
      6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIbPEETINkU&feature=youtu.be&t=1m19s
      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIbPEETINkU&feature=youtu.be&t=1m28s
      8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIbPEETINkU&feature=youtu.be&t=1m35s
      9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIbPEETINkU&feature=youtu.be&t=2m6s
      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98Bditu_EUA&feature=youtu.be&t=45s
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98Bditu_EUA&feature=youtu.be&t=55s

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      When you’re packing ties, rolling them up helps save space and protect the ties. Take a tie and lay it down on a clean, flat surface with the front of the tie facing down. Then, fold the tie in half from end to end. Finally, roll the tie up, starting at the narrow end and working toward the wide end. Place the rolled-up tie in a zipper-top bag or a tie box and tuck it into your bag or suitcase. If possible, put your ties in an inner pocket or compartment of your luggage so they don’t move around while you travel. For more tips, including how to use a tie case, read on!

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