The 10 Best Garment Bags, Tested by BRIDES Editors

Lightweight, convenient, and stylish, this option from WallyBags ensures your clothes arrive at the bridal suite hassle-free. While testing, what stood out to us was the hanger clamp that securely held all the hangers with clothes in place. The bag was able to carry six hangers holding dresses, pants, shirts, and jackets, and based on our test, it probably could have held about four more. That means you can dedicate a single bag to all of your bridesmaids' dresses—how convenient is that? Additionally, we found that the fabric appears to be durable and capable of withstanding transportation.

Size: 60 x 22 x 3 inches | Weight: 1.9 pounds

This trifold, extra-long garment bag easily accommodates up to four dresses or two full suits, helping to keep them wrinkle-free during transportation. It’s designed with travel in mind and easily fits in overhead bins or under seats. Reviewers rave about how their dresses were so protected that even the gemstones on the fabrics arrived unscathed. In other words, this will protect the precious embellishments and rhinestones on your wedding gown.

Size: 17 x 13 x 1 inches | Weight: ‎2.49 pounds

Water-repellent and super durable, this German-made garment bag is lightweight (it's just over a pound) and flexible. It comes with a solid titanium hanger, and the smart interior design makes it easy to pack three entire outfits with accessories. You can also fit a 15-inch laptop in the back pocket.

Size: 42 x 21 x 1 inches | Weight: 1.1 pounds

For under twenty dollars, this 63-inch garment bag is an absolute must for anyone on a budget. It’s made from premium quality, water-resistant, breathable, and rip-resistant fabric, and is spacious enough for trumpet and mermaid dresses with long trains.

Size: 63 x 22.8 x 5.9 inches | Weight: 8.78 ounces

Want to give your shoulders a break? Wheel around your dress, suit, and shoes in the Samsonite garment bag. Hangers can face either direction to double your hanging capacity, and the oversized wheels offer smooth maneuverability. Note: This bag will need to be checked.

Size: 26.25 x 23.5 x 11.5 inches | Weight: 14.22 pounds

At an incredible budget-friendly price, this durable, 70-inch garment bag is a steal. Wedding gowns, men’s suits, party outfits, accessories, and even long trains fit perfectly in this XL-size bag. We also love that the front is transparent, so you can easily see everything that’s packed inside.

Size: 70.9 x 22.8 x 7.9 inches | Weight: 1.19 pounds

This highly customizable garment bag from Etsy is perfect for adding some flair to your travel luggage or closet. Choose from several sizes, colors, designs, and name or lettering options. You can even add an “established” year to memorialize your wedding date. We can picture the adorable wedding photos already!

Size: 24 x 40 inches / 24 x 54 inches / 24 x 72 inches / 36 x 72 inches | Weight: Unlisted

We love the quilted design of this garment bag, a signature look of the brand. The bag comes in two sleek shades and features Italian leather trim and matte hardware, giving it a sophisticated edge. It also has an exterior pocket and weighs less than 2 pounds, so it won't add to your burden when carrying your special-event outfits.

Size: 22 x 39 x 3 inches | Weight: 1.6 pounds

With four zip pockets, you'll be able to pack any accessories you need along with your garments in this stylish bag. Made from recycled materials, it features even larger zippered pockets for your wedding shoes, so you can keep all the goods together. Choose from three chic shades.

Size: 22.5 x 67 x 1 inches | Weight: 3.125 pounds

Eco-conscious brides will love that this bag is certified carbon-neutral and is handmade out of organic cotton. The bag is soft yet durable, and the piping creates structure that protects your full-length gown. It also features a sliding zip closure that makes it easy to get in and out of.

Size: 57.87 x 3.94 x 24.02 inches | Weight: 1.23 pounds

FAQ

• You can usually hang your wedding dress on a hanger inside the garment bag, folding it over once or twice, depending on the style of the bag. Then, use a portable steamer to remove wrinkles before dressing. “Always put your finger behind the zipper when opening and closing your garment bags,” says LaJudice. “Delicate fabrics are easy to snag when opening and closing garment bags. This is such an easy trick to stop any potential damage.”

• Yes, it counts. Most garment bags are suitable to carry on planes, but you’ll have to check your airline’s specifications. 

• Bifold garment bags fold once in the middle and are the most common type of garment bag. You can attach the bottom part to the top to carry it as one piece, and they tend to be much bigger and more spacious than trifold bags. 

  Trifold bags have two folds and are typically more lightweight and compact than bifold bags. That also means they can carry less. However, they are great for travel because they fit easily in overhead bins and can attach to your other luggage.