So you?ve found your perfect wedding dress, but now you just need to figure out how to get it to your wedding venue?which is a plane ride away! What should you do" How do you transport your gown safely and securely in the air" Here are some things to consider when flying with your dress.
Buy a High-Quality Garment Bag
Now, of course, most wedding dresses generally come in their own garment bag from the place where you purchased it, and that?s wonderful, but for air travel it?s a good idea to purchase a bag that is more heavy-duty. If possible, look for one that is waterproof or water repellent, made of a sturdy fabric, and has a well-made zipper that won?t break or unintentionally open during your travels.
Be Ready for the TSA
It?s important to know that the TSA will need to scan your dress, just as it does for every other luggage item that comes through the airport, but don?t stress out when they need to scan it. Either put the dress flat on the belt to go through the standard scanner or unzip the garment bag and have them scan it manually. The TSA agents are very familiar with brides bringing their dresses on board with them and should treat your dress with the care you?d hope for, but it?s good for you to be mentally prepared for this, especially since they may need to actually open the bag itself in order to properly approve it to pass through security.
Don?t Check It
If at all possible, it?s a good idea to avoid including your wedding dress in with your oth...