Your jewellery is your personal statement. So naturally, be it a sleek chain, a classic watch or a bracelet, your pieces are part of your style and will follow you wherever you go to always effortlessly complement your look.
However, keeping things organised while travelling is another matter. There is nothing worse than tangled chains with scratched surfaces that take forever to untie. Fortunately, there are some simple, smart packing strategies you can implement to keep your jewellery secure, untangled, and ready to make a statement as soon as you arrive at your destination.
Here are our tips on how to pack all your essential pieces without any of the frustration:
Find a Good Travel Jewellery Case
There’s no going without it. This is the easiest way to keep your accessories organised and protected. Travel jewellery cases usually come in compact sizes, so you can pop them in your rucksack or carry-on bag without worrying about space. You will find they come with various compartments for your chains, bracelets and rings to keep them from tangling together or rubbing against each other. The interior of these cases is also often made from soft linen or velvet material to keep your pieces in pristine condition. No risk of scratches!
If you travel often, investing in a leather or hard-shell case with a structured design and zipper is the best you can do for your jewellery.
Straws & Pen Tubes Come to the Rescue
Who hasn’t spent an embarrassingly long time untangling necklaces, chains and bracelets? We know you have. A simple trick, however, will cease the knots and frustrations. Simply thread your chain through a straw or an empty pen tube before clasping it. It will keep your jewellery straight and won’t let it twist around itself freely in your bag.
Men’s chains are usually thicker, so you can use a cut-down straw or a larger tube, like the one from a travel-sized toiletry bottle, for those.
This method will keep things tangle-free and lightweight in your bag throughout the journey.
Followed by a Microfibre Cloth
Microfibre cloths are another excellent way to keep your chains tangle-free. Just lay each one flat on a microfibre cloth and fully extend them. Then, carefully roll the cloth up and secure it with an elastic band so they don’t slip into your bag.
Et voilà! No knots and no scratches, either!
Pro Tip: Opt for this solution if your chains are finer and more delicate.
Got Your Weekly Pills?
No, we know you don’t need them. But you need the pill organiser you mocked your grandpa about. It’s a real game-changer if you want to pack small jewellery like rings, cufflinks, and studs. Super affordable and space-saving, it will keep your pieces in individual departments, separated, secure, and so easy to find!
Magnetic Strip for Metal Pieces
Another useful tip for your small jewellery pieces is magnetic strips. You can pop your rings, cufflinks, pins, and all other metal accessories you have on them, and they will stay securely in place. No loose movement. No tangling. No scratches.
Many travel jewellery cases nowadays come with a built-in magnetic strap, but you can also very easily just add one to your existing case.
And Some General Packing Tips!
- Keep It Minimalistic: It’s so easy to get carried away when packing. We want to take all our favourite pieces so we don’t miss an opportunity to pick the perfect one for our night out in the city. But choosing the minimalist approach and pre-selecting the pieces you will need for each outfit, or choosing only the most versatile ones you have, will save you a lot of space and hassle.
- Pack Last, Unpack First: First and foremost, make sure you’ve packed your jewellery to be easily accessible when you arrive. This will allow you to quickly unpack it as soon as you settle. Keep your pieces in secure, designated places or compartments so you avoid rummaging and tangling, and protect them from wear and tear. Especially if you don’t travel light and have a busy suitcase.
All That’s Left Now is to Get Packin’!
Now that you are familiar with all the ways you can protect your favourite jewellery pieces from all the hassle of travelling, you will never have to spend another hour untying your chains and bracelets.
Instead, you can spend it on way more pleasant activities like mixing and matching your pieces with your outfit to achieve that unique, sleek look before you hit the town. And that is just so much more fun!