I find that rolling my clothes as I pack them not only helps keep the wrinkles down, but is a great space saver too.
If a shirt has straps, I use them to help roll that shirt even tighter. Same thing goes for sleeves. You can maximize your space constraints by giving it a roll.
Pictured is a pair of capris all rolled up and ready to pack.
My Packing List for Traveling to Warmer Climates with Carry On Only
By Arlene Fleming, About.com Guide
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- Write a List of What You Really Need for Your Travels
- Lay Out Your Bulky Items, for me its Shoes
- Lay Out Your Clothes
- Save Space by Packing Items in your Shoes
- Pack other Smaller Items in your Shoes
- Baggies, Glorious Baggies
- Bag Your Liquids and Gels
- Roll the Clothes
- Pack it Up
- Zip it Up and Make Sure Everything Fits
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