Lisa Snowdon Quotes

I travel a ridiculous amount, so I've thought a lot about, and spent a lot of time refining, what I carry and how I carry it.

I'm a very good packer, but I probably take too much in the way of toiletries. You only really need a toothbrush, as most places you go to have a bar of soap and some shampoo.

Though I'm a fashion designer, I never stuff my luggage with too many items.

Packing is always a nightmare.

I start with my shoes - I usually pack two pairs if I'm going away for four or five days, and I'll wear another one.

I only travel with a carry-on suitcase in most instances.

I'm basically for the whole year just traveling with three suitcases.

I'm a pretty organised packer, laying out everything beforehand, as I don't like to take extra stuff. I've got a good eye for judging how much I can stuff into one suitcase. I've often not brought the right items, but I'd never avoided a chance to shop, unlike most men.

I try to pack light with a folding leather suit bag. Anything more than five days, I need to check in my luggage. What takes the most space? Chef jackets, aprons and tools.

I only travel with one suitcase - Mulberry does an incredible one. I always check it; the TSA restrictions are so tricky.

If I'm on holiday, I travel light, but if it is a work trip, I take everything but the kitchen sink.

The rule is to carry as little as possible.

I get ideas about what's essential when packing my suitcase.

Never have anyone else carry your luggage. Pack only what you need.

I hate to travel with stuff.

I used to be an over-packer! It took me a while to be smart about what I brought with me. I used to tour with a huge bag full of clothes and another one full of shoes because I wanted to have choices. And I ended up wearing the same pair of shoes all the time!

I put everything into my hand luggage! Really, I do!

I used to overpack a lot and sometimes even forgot vital pieces of clothing, such as my swimming shorts and sandals. I'm much better now. I only take what I know I'm going to wear or use and always double-check my suitcase so I don't have to rush to the nearest clothing store when I unpack at the hotel.

If I'm traveling, I'll pack socks in my bag - really cute furry ones.

I hate to say it, but I am not used to travelling light. I always prefer being ready for any situation! So, a lot of things go with me wherever I go.

What I can't fit into my suitcase is probably something I don't need.

I'm definitely a jaded traveler, but you try to make the best of what you know about the experience. Like, I know how to pack a bag. I know that checking a bag is for rookies.

I am a fashion designer, so I guess that makes me an overpacker.

I am a gypsy. I havent' had a home for a long time. Call me a homeless person - I just throw everything in a bag and I'm good to go.

When it comes to luggage, I am an underpacker.