Wrinkle-Free and Fabulous (Clothes), Even in the Locker Room

It doesn't matter how lovely your gym's locker room is -- getting ready for work when you're anywhere other than home presents some challenges. We've looked at shortcuts for styling hair and applying makeup, but what about your clothes? How can you keep them from getting wrinkled in that little locker while you spend an hour spinning?

Short answer: You probably can't. But there's good news -- there are ways to walk out of the locker room wrinkle-free without taking drastic measures. (Lady who lays her garment bag out on top of the lockers during her workout, we're talking to you.)

Spray it down
I would never travel without a bottle of wrinkle-releasing spray, so why would I go to the gym without it? Downy Wrinkle Releaser is under $3 for the travel size. It's small enough to stow in your gym bag or even your purse, easy to use and frighteningly effective. Two pearls of wisdom for you, though: First, test it in an inconspicuous spot on any fabrics that might show water spots (like silk). Second, leave yourself a little time before spraying and wearing. Deep wrinkles require more spray (no kidding), which can leave the fabric slightly damp, so if you can allow a few minutes to let it dry out, you'll have a much more comfortable commute. Trust me on this.

Iron it out
No, we don't expect you to lug your big ol' iron and ironing board to the gym with you. But, you can easily tuck a tiny little travel iron in your gym bag. That's Fit had a chance to try out the Rowenta First Class Travel Iron ($39.99), and if you would rather obliterate wrinkles than just release them, well, an iron is the way to go. The Rowenta is small, heats up almost instantly, and easy to store both before and after use (it comes with its own storage bag and and handle folds down flat against the iron). Additionally, it can be used to steam items either horizontally or vertically. Also, it's pretty and purple. No, that doesn't make it work better, but it sure doesn't hurt.

Find the right fabric
Sometimes the best offense is a good defense, right? And in this case, that means taking work clothes made out of wrinkle-resistant fabric when you know you're going to have to fold them up in a bag. Synthetic fabrics tend to be more wrinkle resistant, so although they're not the most eco-friendly option, you might want to opt for recyclable polyesters, Stylesight.com's Active Sport Editor Jeanine Pesce told That's Fit.

"In terms of eco-materials, merino wools are ideal and are the ultimate in wrinkle resistance," she said. "Fabrics to avoid are linens, cottons and natural based fibers as they tend to wrinkle easily."

Pack it properly
Sometimes, it's not what you pack, but how. "The night before you are going to the gym, choose your work outfit along with jewelry, stockings, shoes, under garments and put them in your bag," suggests fashion expert and best-selling author Carol Tuttle, whose fourth book, "Dressing Your Truth: Discover Your Personal Beauty Profile," will be released later this month. "Your outer clothes, pants or skirt, blouse, jacket, etcetera can all be hung on one hanger starting with the pants or skirt and stacking the other clothes on top. Create an instant garment bag by throwing a large plastic garbage bag over everything, and when you're done working out just throw your sweaty workout clothes in the same bag."

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