What I Pack: Helen Cherry

Helen Cherry. Photo / Norrie Montgomery

Do you travel light or heavy?
Ideally light but it's almost impossible when I go to Europe and New York in February as it is freezing.

Cattle or first class?
Business for work, cattle for family holidays.

I can't travel without...
My iPhone.

What type of suitcase do you carry?
Samsonite, very light with four wheels for easy mobility, with a red ribbon attached so I can find it easily on the carousel.

What's always in your hand luggage?
iPhone, iPod, sunglasses, camera.

Are you a planner or last-minute packer?
Planner. I can't afford to leave anything vital behind.

What's the best thing you've brought back from a trip?
Well now that would have to be shoes and handbags from various designers over the years.

Favourite or most exciting airport to land in?
Rome.

Best packing tip?
I pack my silk/cotton dresses and blouses on foam hangers and cover with dry-cleaning bags so they don't crease.

Most memorable trip?
A boat ride from Puerto Escondido in Mexico with a young boy who unexpectedly stopped the boat and dived overboard to wrestle a tortuga (turtle) so we could take a photo of it!

What do you do while on the plane?
Watch a movie but mostly I sleep as I usually need to hit the ground running.

Helen Cherry is a fashion designer and buyer for Workshop boutiques.